Classic Learning Test Explained

CLT
Type:Computer based standardized test
Purpose:Undergraduate admissions (mostly US and Canadian colleges and universities)
Skills Tested:English, math, and critical reasoning skills
Score Range:Composite score: 0 to 120
Language:English
Length:2 hours
Fee:US$69 (CLT), $49 (CLT10), $39 (CLT3-8)
Score Users:Colleges or universities offering undergraduate programs, or used by teachers and parents for student evaluation

The Classic Learning Test (or CLT) is a standardized test developed by Classic Learning Initiatives in 2015. The company is based in Annapolis, Maryland, and its CEO is Jeremy Tate.[1] Designed as an alternative to other standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT,[2] the test assesses reading, grammar, writing, and mathematics. One of the distinctive elements, of the CLT is its use of classic literature and historical texts[3] for the majority of reading passages on the exam.

The exam can be taken online or in-school, takes approximately two hours to complete, and issues test scores within ten days; scores are calculated out of 120. Classic Learning Initiatives also offers other assessments for third through twelfth-grade students: the CLT10, designed for high school freshmen and sophomores, and CLT3-8, for third through eighth-grade students.[4] CLT scores have been indexed to SAT and ACT scores, as well as CLT10 scores to PSAT scores.[5]

Reception

In September 2023, The New York Times reported the test emphasizes Christian thought and uses passages authored by religious figures, like Saint Teresa of Ávila, for reading comprehension.[6]

Schools accepting CLT scores

Over 250 colleges and Universities in both the United States and abroad accept the CLT for various purposes related to admissions and course placement. These schools tend to be private, liberal arts or faith-based colleges. Many are evangelical and Catholic schools.[7] [8]

In September 2023, Florida's Board of Governors voted to approve the CLT as an accepted admissions test at all public universities in the state.[9]

A partial list of test-optional colleges that do not require any standardized test for admission, but allow the option to send in a CLT score include:

Notes and References

  1. News: Redemer . Colin . 2023-06-20 . Debating the Classic Learning Test Colin Redemer . en-US . American Reformer . 2023-09-08.
  2. News: Student Publishes Comparison of ACT and Classic Learning Test. The Heartland Institute. 2018-11-14. en.
  3. Web site: Author Bank for Classic Learning Test (CLT) . 2023-08-04 . CLT . en-US.
  4. Web site: CLT Tests . 2020-05-12 . www.cltexam.com . en.
  5. Web site: CLT and CLT10 Comparisons . 2020-05-12 . cltexam.com . en.
  6. Web site: Here's What It's Like to Take the Classic Learning Test. 2023-10-30 . .
  7. News: Ceballos . Ana . Brugal . Sommer . Feb 17, 2023 . Florida is considering a 'classical and Christian' alternative to the SAT . Feb 22, 2023.
  8. Web site: Over 200 Colleges & Universities Accept CLT Scores . 2023-04-12 . cltexam.com . CLT.
  9. News: Goldstein . Dana . 2023-09-08 . Florida Approves Classic Learning Test for Use in College Admissions . en-US . The New York Times . 2023-09-11 . 0362-4331.
  10. Web site: Apply to Benedictine . August 31, 2018 . 2023-06-03.
  11. Web site: Admissions Process - Bob Jones University . 2021-05-24.
  12. Web site: Classic Learning Test Accepted at Cedarville . 2021-10-08 . Cedarville University . en.
  13. Web site: How to Apply . 2023-07-10.
  14. Web site: Liberty University's Admission Requirements . 2021-05-24.
  15. Web site: Undergraduate Admissions . 2021-05-24.
  16. Web site: Freshman Admissions . 2023-09-08 . Palm Beach Atlantic University . en-US.
  17. Web site: Undergraduate Students - Saint Vincent College . 2021-05-24.
  18. Web site: Test Optional - St Olaf College . 2021-05-24.
  19. Web site: College . Wheaton . Submit Test Scores . 2023-09-08 . Wheaton College . en.
  20. BA FAQs
  21. Web site: Apply . 2023-09-11 . New College Franklin . en-US.