Can a High PGRE Score Substitute for 12 Missing Credits in a Physics Degree?

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A high score on the Physics Graduate Record Examination (PGRE) cannot substitute for the 12 missing credits required to complete a Bachelor of Science in Physics. The consensus among forum participants indicates that academic institutions typically require the completion of all credit hours for degree conferral, regardless of standardized test performance. Therefore, achieving a strong PGRE score does not fulfill the necessary academic requirements for graduation.

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Hi Physics Forums,

I have a bit of a dilemma because I am 12 credits short of completing my B.S. in Physics, but cannot return to school due to an outstanding balance and an inability to immediately repay it. So, my question is the following: given that I am just 12 credits shy of my degree, would a good PGRE score make an acceptable substitute? All opinions welcome. Thank you.
 
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I highly doubt it.
 

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