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College Algebra at UoPeople.

Earn this University of the People equivalency through UPI Study's College Algebra — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

The gateway math course — functions, equations, and graphs, taught so the reasoning actually sticks.

🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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College Algebra — transfers as College Algebra at University of the People
Articulation Agreement · Officially recognized
UPI Study × University of the People
You complete at UPI Study
College Algebra
· 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
University of the People recognizes as
College Algebra
3 transcript credits · UoPeople course: MATH 1201
WASC accredited since 2025 · Transcript sent directly to University of the People
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UoPeople
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
💰 Savings
$650+
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What you'll learn

A full semester of college algebra, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Perform operations on real numbers, polynomials, and rational expressions, and apply properties of exponents and radicals to simplify algebraic expressions
  • ✓Solve linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, radical, and absolute value equations and inequalities, and model real-world problems using these equation types
  • ✓Solve systems of linear equations in two and three variables using graphical, substitution, and elimination methods, and interpret solutions in context
  • ✓Analyze functions using proper notation — including domain, range, composition, transformations, and inverses — and graph linear, quadratic, absolute value, and piecewise-defined functions
  • ✓Graph and interpret polynomial and rational functions, identifying zeros, end behavior, asymptotes, and holes
  • ✓Solve and graph exponential and logarithmic equations, apply properties of logarithms, and model growth, decay, and compound interest scenarios
  • ✓Identify and evaluate arithmetic and geometric sequences and series, including finite sums and, where applicable, infinite geometric series
📚Major topics covered
Real numbers & exponents Radicals & rational exponents Polynomials & factoring Rational expressions Linear equations & inequalities Absolute value equations Systems of linear equations Systems of inequalities Quadratic equations Quadratic functions & parabolas Function notation & domain Transformations of functions Composite & inverse functions Polynomial & rational functions Exponential functions Logarithmic functions Sequences & series
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to University of the People's registrar. UoPeople applies the equivalency: College Algebra.

Pricing

College Algebra — two ways to enroll.

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  • ✓Lifetime access to College Algebra
  • ✓3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, transferable to University of the People
  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to University of the People
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Assessment fees saved at UoPeople
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

UoPeople is tuition-free, but charges a $180 per-course assessment fee for undergraduate courses. Savings = transferred credits × $60 (the per-credit equivalent of UoPeople's $180 assessment fee for a 3-credit course). UoPeople credit awards subject to their evaluation policy.

More transferable credits

See all 88 UPI Study courses that transfer to UoPeople.

College Algebra is one of 88 UPI Study courses recognized by University of the People under the Articulation Agreement. Stack more for bigger savings on your Bachelor of Science — UoPeople accepts up to 90 transfer credits.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about College Algebra → UoPeople.

📚 About College Algebra
What is College Algebra?
A college-level algebra course covering equations, inequalities, functions, graphing, exponentials, logarithms, and sequences. It is Math 111, with 10 chapters and 106 lessons.
What math do I need before starting?
No formal prerequisite. The course opens with a review of real numbers, exponents, and radicals before advancing.
Is this the same as intermediate algebra?
No — this is college-level algebra, the credit-bearing course that typically satisfies a quantitative-reasoning requirement.
Will College Algebra prepare me for Precalculus or Calculus?
Yes. College Algebra is the standard prerequisite for Precalculus, which in turn leads to Calculus.
How is College Algebra graded?
5-question quizzes per subchapter, one assignment, and a 100-question multiple-choice final exam. 70 or above is required to pass.
How long does College Algebra take to complete?
58 contact hours; most students finish in 28–30 days at a normal pace.
Can I use a calculator?
Yes, standard scientific calculator use is expected for computation-heavy sections.
Will my university accept College Algebra credit?
If it recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations. Confirm via Find My College or a free advisor call.
Is this course equivalent to the CLEP College Algebra exam?
It covers the same material — functions, equations, inequalities, polynomials, logarithms — as a full course rather than one timed exam.
Does College Algebra satisfy the math gen-ed requirement?
At most schools yes — it's the standard college-level math credit; — your registrar can confirm the equivalency in minutes.
How much math background do I need?
Comfortable high-school algebra is enough; the course rebuilds foundations before advancing.
Should I take College Algebra or Precalculus?
College Algebra satisfies most gen-ed math requirements; choose Precalculus if you're heading toward calculus and STEM.
🎯 About College Algebra at UoPeople
Does University of the People accept College Algebra as a direct equivalent to their College Algebra?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and University of the People, UPI Study's College Algebra is recognized as a direct named equivalent of UoPeople's College Algebra — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists College Algebra as transferring as College Algebra — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your UoPeople transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken College Algebra at UoPeople or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for College Algebra, UoPeople typically applies UPI Study's College Algebra as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your UoPeople advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking College Algebra directly at UoPeople?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your UoPeople degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while UoPeople's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without UoPeople enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at UoPeople to reduce overall program time.
Does University of the People ever change which courses they accept as College Algebra?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and University of the People explicitly lists College Algebra → College Algebra. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to UoPeople
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UoPeople degree?
University of the People accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 88 UPI Study courses are recognized by UoPeople under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UoPeople.
Do I need to enroll at UoPeople first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UoPeople enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UoPeople when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UoPeople?
Once you complete College Algebra, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of the People. UoPeople's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (College Algebra) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to UoPeople.

University of the People is the world's first non-profit, tuition-free, WASC-accredited online university. Its team evaluates your transcript for you, and you only pay a small per-course assessment fee — no tuition.

What UoPeople offers UPI students
✓Tuition-free degree programs
✓Only $17 per course transferred
✓Free transcript evaluation
✓WSCUC-accredited
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward an associate or bachelor's
$17
Per-course transfer fee (no tuition)
📋 UoPeople's official transfer page → WASC accredited since 2025

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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