Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST)

The DSST program is an extensive series of examinations in college subjects that are comparable to the final or end-of-course examinations in undergraduate courses.

The DSST program offers students a cost-efficient, time-saving way to use their knowledge acquired outside of the classroom to accomplish their educational goals. It provides colleges and universities with a reliable means to measure students' knowledge in commonly taught college courses and award credit based on their scores.

DSST subject areas include:

• Business
• Humanities
• Mathematics
• Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Education

Designed originally for the military, DSSTs are available to civilian students and adult learners as well. The DSST program is used by colleges and universities to award college credit to those who demonstrate that they have knowledge comparable to someone who has completed the classroom course in the subject. The American Council on Education (ACE) recommends 3 semester hours of credit per test.

Contact your local recruiter to learn more about this program and other valuable educational opportunities in the Army National Guard.

Note: Army National Guard programs and benefits are subject to change. For the latest information, please contact your local recruiter for more information.