CLEP Psychology Practice Test 2026 — Free CLEP Psychology Exam Prep Questions
Students and adult learners take the CLEP Introductory Psychology exam to earn credit for a one-semester introductory psychology course by examination. Our practice follows the College Board's 13-area content outline, from research methods and the biological bases of behavior through learning, cognition, development, personality, psychological disorders, treatment and social psychology.
In a study, Luis and six other people (all secretly working with the researcher) are asked aloud which of three tones is highest in pitch. The answer is obvious, but the six others confidently give the same wrong answer, and Luis does too. Later, on an anonymous written form, he gives the correct answer. Luis's public answer is best explained by:
CLEP Psychology format, scoring & key facts
Computer-based, at a CLEP test center or at home with remote proctoring. About 95 questions in 90 minutes, some of them unscored pretest questions. No calculator is used on this exam; scratch paper is provided at test centers.
| Questions | About 95 multiple-choice questions, some unscored pretest |
|---|---|
| Time | 90 minutes |
| Answer choices | Five (A–E), one best answer |
| Scoring | 20–80 scaled; no penalty for wrong answers |
| Credit | ACE recommends a score of 50 for 3 semester hours |
| Diagnostic terms | DSM-5 |
| Calculator | None |
| Fee | $97 plus test center or $30 remote proctoring fee |
| Retakes | After a three-month wait |
Facts last verified Oct 17, 2026. Source: clep.collegeboard.org/clep-exams/introductory-psychology. Always confirm details with College Board (CLEP) before your exam.
When can you take the CLEP Psychology?
Offered year-round at more than 2,000 test centers (contact the center to schedule) or online with remote proctoring.
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What the CLEP Psychology covers
Every PrepBanq CLEP Psychology test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
History, Approaches, and Methods11–12%: history of psychology; biological, biopsychosocial, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic and psychodynamic approaches; experimental, clinical and correlational methods; research ethics. | 11.5% | ~11 | 18 questions → |
Biological Bases of Behavior8–9%: endocrine system, etiology, nervous system organization, genetics, neuroanatomy, physiological techniques. | 8.5% | ~8 | 13 questions → |
Sensation and Perception7–8%: attention, other senses, perceptual development and processes, vision and audition, thresholds and adaptation. | 7.5% | ~7 | 11 questions → |
States of Consciousness5–6%: hypnosis and meditation, psychoactive drug effects, sleep and dreaming. | 5.5% | ~5 | 8 questions → |
Learning8–9%: biological bases, classical and operant conditioning, cognitive processes, observational learning. | 8.5% | ~8 | 13 questions → |
Cognition8–9%: intelligence and creativity, language, memory, thinking and problem solving. | 8.5% | ~8 | 13 questions → |
Motivation and Emotion5–6%: biological bases; hunger, thirst, sex and pain; social motivation; theories of emotion and motivation. | 5.5% | ~5 | 8 questions → |
Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan8–9%: physical, cognitive, social and moral development; gender identity; heredity-environment; longitudinal and cross-sectional research; theories. | 8.5% | ~8 | 13 questions → |
Personality7–8%: assessment, growth and adjustment, personality theories, self-concept and self-esteem. | 7.5% | ~7 | 11 questions → |
Psychological Disorders and Health8–9%: mood, anxiety, dissociative, eating, personality, psychotic and somatic disorders; health, stress and coping; theories of psychopathology. | 8.5% | ~8 | 13 questions → |
Treatment of Psychological Disorders6–7%: behavioral, biological and drug, cognitive and insight therapies; community and preventive approaches. | 6.5% | ~6 | 10 questions → |
Social Psychology9–10%: aggression, attitudes, attribution, conformity and obedience, group dynamics, attraction, prejudice and prosocial behavior. | 9.5% | ~9 | 14 questions → |
Statistics, Tests, and Measurement3–4%: descriptive and inferential statistics, measuring intelligence, reliability and validity, samples and norms, types of tests. | 3.5% | ~3 | 5 questions → |
How to register for the CLEP Psychology
Retake policy
You must wait three months after your test date to retake the same exam; a retest inside that window is cancelled and fees are forfeited.
Score release
An unofficial score appears on screen as soon as you finish, and in your My CLEP account one business day later.
Credential renewal
Scores for exams taken on or after July 1, 2022 are available for 10 years from the test date.
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CLEP Psychology FAQ
How many questions are on the CLEP Psychology?
The CLEP Psychology has 95 questions and you have 1 hour 30 minutes to finish. Question types: Multiple choice with five answer choices (A–E) and one best answer, written as questions or incomplete statements. Questions test terminology, principles and theory, analysis of problem situations, and applying knowledge to new situations. Diagnostic terms follow DSM-5..
How long is the CLEP Psychology exam?
Testing time for the CLEP Psychology is 1 hour 30 minutes.
What is the passing score for the CLEP Psychology?
CLEP Psychology passing standard: Scaled score of 50 (ACE credit-granting recommendation for 3 semester hours); each college sets its own credit policy. Score range: 20–80.
How much does the CLEP Psychology cost?
The CLEP Psychology registration fee is $97 exam fee, plus the test center's administration fee or a $30 remote proctoring fee. A $10 rescheduling fee may apply. Check the official site for current fees before you register.
What is on the CLEP Psychology?
The CLEP Psychology covers History, Approaches, and Methods (about 11.5%), Biological Bases of Behavior (about 8.5%), Sensation and Perception (about 7.5%), States of Consciousness (about 5.5%), Learning (about 8.5%), Cognition (about 8.5%), Motivation and Emotion (about 5.5%), Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan (about 8.5%), Personality (about 7.5%), Psychological Disorders and Health (about 8.5%), Treatment of Psychological Disorders (about 6.5%), Social Psychology (about 9.5%), Statistics, Tests, and Measurement (about 3.5%).
Who administers the CLEP Psychology?
The CLEP Introductory Psychology Exam is administered by College Board (CLEP). Delivery: Computer-based, at a CLEP test center or at home with remote proctoring. About 95 questions in 90 minutes, some of them unscored pretest questions. No calculator is used on this exam; scratch paper is provided at test centers..
Can you retake the CLEP Psychology?
You must wait three months after your test date to retake the same exam; a retest inside that window is cancelled and fees are forfeited.
Is there a free CLEP Psychology practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 15 free CLEP Psychology practice tests with 150 exam-style questions in the real CLEP Psychology formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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