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College Credit Pathway at Excelsior University
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UPI Study × Excelsior University
Excelsior University is partnered with the National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS). UPI Study courses are recommended for credit by the American Council on Education (ACE) and NCCRS. UPI Study students may request a free credit evaluation and receive 10% off tuition at Excelsior — visit excelsior.edu/nccrs to connect with an Enrollment Specialist.
Excelsior University is a private, not-for-profit university with a main campus in Albany, New York, and an educational site in St. Petersburg, Florida that serves non-traditional learners through online and hybrid offerings. Excelsior has been delivering on its mission to provide educational opportunities to students since 1971. UPI Study's full catalog — 90+ courses worth 270+ total credits — is recommended for college credit by the American Council on Education (ACE) and NCCRS, the same standards Excelsior evaluates for transfer credit. Complete courses online, self-paced, then connect with Excelsior's team to see how your credits may apply.
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How College Credit Works at Excelsior University
Excelsior University is partnered with the National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS). UPI Study courses are recommended for college credit by the American Council on Education (ACE) and NCCRS — the same standards Excelsior evaluates for transfer credit. UPI Study students may request a free credit evaluation from an Excelsior Enrollment Specialist before formally applying.
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UPI Study · Full ACE & NCCRS Course Catalog
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All 90+ UPI Study courses (270+ total credits) are recommended for college credit by the American Council on Education (ACE) and NCCRS — the standards Excelsior University evaluates for transfer. Select courses to estimate your total credits.
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UPI Study ACE & NCCRS-Recommended Courses (90+)
Every course below is recommended for college credit by NCCRS, and many also by the American Council on Education (ACE). Ask your Excelsior advisor how each applies to your program.
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Helpful Resources
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FAQ
Common Questions Answered.
Everything you need to know about using UPI Study's NCCRS-recommended courses with Excelsior University.
Is UPI Study an official partner of Excelsior University?
Excelsior University is partnered with the National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS), and a UPI Study course equivalency guide is actively in progress on Excelsior's side. In the meantime: UPI Study courses are recommended for credit by the American Council on Education (ACE) and NCCRS, and Excelsior's Enrollment Specialists can provide a free credit evaluation for UPI Study students as a partnership benefit.
Does Excelsior University accept ACE and NCCRS-recommended credit?
Yes. Excelsior University evaluates transfer credit recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE) and the National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS), including credit recommended for UPI Study courses. Excelsior maintains a dedicated page at excelsior.edu/nccrs with contact information for admissions guidance.
How do I find UPI Study on Excelsior's website?
Excelsior's partner page doesn't yet list every individual member organization by name. If you search "UPI" on the Excelsior University website, it will bring you to their NCCRS page, where you'll find contact information for further guidance.
Can I get a free credit evaluation before enrolling at Excelsior?
Yes. Excelsior's Enrollment Specialists can provide a free credit evaluation for UPI Study students — a great way to see how your credits might apply before you formally apply. Visit excelsior.edu/nccrs to connect with one.
Do UPI Study students get a discount at Excelsior University?
Yes — as a benefit of UPI Study's NCCRS membership, UPI Study students receive 10% off tuition at Excelsior University. Confirm current discount terms with an Excelsior admissions advisor.
Why doesn't this page show an equivalency table?
Excelsior University is currently overhauling its articulation and course equivalency process, and a UPI Study equivalency guide is on their list to be completed. Rather than guess ahead of their official guide, this page lists all UPI Study courses recommended for college credit along with their credit values. For exact equivalency to a specific Excelsior course, ask your advisor at Excelsior.
Which UPI Study courses are ACE and NCCRS-recommended?
UPI Study's full catalog — 90+ courses, 270+ total credits — is recommended for NCCRS college credit, spanning Business & Accounting, English, Math, Computer Science, Health, Science, History, Humanities & Arts, World Languages, and Psychology & Social Science. A subset of these courses is also recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE) — look for the ACE + NCCRS badge next to each course above.
What is the difference between ACE and NCCRS?
The American Council on Education (ACE) and the National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS) are both nationally recognized bodies that evaluate non-traditional learning and recommend college credit for it. All UPI Study courses are recommended for NCCRS credit; many are also recommended by ACE. Both are widely recognized by colleges and universities nationwide, including Excelsior University.
How do I submit my UPI Study transcript to Excelsior?
Complete your UPI Study courses and request your official transcript. Contact an Excelsior University Enrollment Specialist via excelsior.edu/nccrs to learn their current process for submitting your credit for evaluation.
What degrees does Excelsior University offer?
Excelsior University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees through two schools: the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. With a main campus in Albany, New York and an educational site in St. Petersburg, Florida, Excelsior serves non-traditional learners through online and hybrid offerings.
How long does it take to complete a UPI Study course?
Most students complete an individual course in 2–6 weeks at a few hours per week. There are no deadlines or class schedules — finish a course in a focused weekend or spread it over months.
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About the University
About Excelsior University
Excelsior University is a private, not-for-profit university with a main campus in Albany, New York, and an educational site in St. Petersburg, Florida, serving non-traditional learners through online and hybrid offerings. Excelsior has been delivering on its mission to provide educational opportunities to students since 1971 — founded as the Regents External Degree Program under the New York State Board of Regents, later known as Regents College, then Excelsior College. Its motto, "Ever Upward," reflects that focus. Excelsior offers undergraduate and graduate degrees through two schools: the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
The ACE & NCCRS Pathway
UPI Study courses are recommended for college credit by the American Council on Education (ACE) and NCCRS, and Excelsior University evaluates credit recommended by both for transfer. Excelsior is currently completing its updated course equivalency guides — UPI Study is on their list. In the meantime, Excelsior's Enrollment Specialists are available to provide a free credit evaluation, and UPI Study students receive 10% off tuition. Visit excelsior.edu/nccrs to connect with their team — or simply search "UPI" on the Excelsior website to be directed to the same page.
💡 Tip: Because equivalency isn't formally published yet, the most reliable next step is a direct conversation with an Excelsior Enrollment Specialist. Bring your UPI Study course list (or a printout of the catalog on this page) to your free evaluation.
Contact Excelsior University
Main campus: Albany, New York
Educational site: St. Petersburg, Florida
Educational site: St. Petersburg, Florida
Offered Online and Hybrid
Not-for-profit · Serving students since 1971 · Motto: "Ever Upward"
