Customer Support FAQ Optimizer said:

College Starter and College Saver are both Study.com membership plans that let you earn transferable college credit, but they differ in the range of courses included and the flexibility they offer.


FeatureCollege StarterCollege Saver
Best ForStudents beginning college or completing general education requirementsStudents working toward a degree who want access to all Study.com college credit courses
Course AccessPrimarily lower-division and general education coursesAll Study.com college credit–recommended courses, including upper-division options
Transferable College CreditEligible for transfer to over 1,500 colleges and universitiesEligible for transfer to over 1,500 colleges and universities
Exam TypeOpen-book, non-proctored examsOpen-book, non-proctored exams


In summary:

  • College Starter is ideal if you’re focused on completing lower-division or general education courses.

  • College Saver is best if you want full access to all Study.com credit-recommended courses, including upper-division options, so you can earn more transferable credit and progress faster toward your degree.


Both plans include flexible, self-paced online courses designed to help you earn affordable, transferable college credit on your schedule.