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Maximize Your CAPE credits at St. John's University

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At St. John’s University, we prioritize your educational achievements by providing credit equivalencies for your Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) subjects. Whether you’re a Caribbean student aiming for an undergraduate degree in biology, business, or one of our 100+ majors of programs of study, our CAPE Guide simplifies the process, enabling you to maximize your CAPE credits and fast-track your degree.

With our personalized approach to international admission, you receive the support you need every step of the way in transferring your CAPE credits to St. John’s. Our experienced administrators are here to assist you in navigating the CAPE credit transfer and evaluation process, ensuring you make the most of your CAPE examination credits at the university level. 

Explore the possibilities at St. John’s University and unlock a world of opportunities for your future. Contact us with any questions you have about your University admission with CAPE.

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International Admission with CAPE Credits 

Begin your academic journey at St. John’s University by leveraging your CAPE examination credits. Our comprehensive CAPE guide outlines how CAPE subject credit enhances your academic progress, enabling you to earn university credits.
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Leveraging CAPE for Advanced Placement 

Explore advanced placement opportunities at St. John’s with your CAPE results. Our CAPE transfer policy offers clear pathways for you to transfer your CAPE credits into valuable university credits, fostering advanced placement and progression in your chosen field.

CAPE Credit Transfer Criteria 

Students who have submitted official CAPE scores from the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) may be eligible to receive equivalent college credit at St. John’s University if they meet the following criteria: 
• CAPE grades of I, II, or III are required to be considered for transfer credit. 
• Students must meet standard requirements for admission.
• St. John’s reserves the right in its academic discretion to modify or amend programs whenever it deems appropriate.
• The maximum number of transfer credits varies by program and is at the discretion of your dean’s office.

Transform Your CAPE Results into University Success. 

St. John’s values the diverse backgrounds of our international community, including our students from the Caribbean. Utilize your CAPE results for university admission and join the dynamic community of Caribbean students who choose St. John’s for their academic journey in the US. 

For more information on our international admission policy, how to convert your Caribbean exams into university credit, and the CAPE policy and guidelines, please contact the Office of International Admission.

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