Transferring military credit to Columbia College?

Yo folks! I've served in the military and have just been accepted to Columbia College. I heard they are very supportive of transferring military credits to their curriculum. Any insight on how the process works? Thanks a ton!

You're correct, Columbia College is quite supportive when it comes to transferring military credits. Typically, the process involves sending your official military transcripts to Columbia College for assessment. The institution that you'll be needing the transcripts from can vary depending on which branch of the military you served in:

- If you served in the Army, Navy, Marines, or Coast Guard, you would send your Joint Services Transcript (JST).

- If you served in the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), you would send your CCAF transcript.

- If you served in the Air Force and didn't attend the CCAF, you should send your transcript from the Air University.

To get your transcripts, you can go to the respective online portals for the JST or Air University and request them. These official transcripts detail the courses you took during your service, along with a brief description of each and how many credits they're worth.

Once Columbia College has your transcripts, their registrar's office will assess how your military credits match up to their curriculum. They generally look for equivalencies between your military courses and the requirements for your chosen major.

This process can sometimes take a couple of weeks, so it's good to start as early as possible. Also, keep in mind that while Columbia College strives to give you as much credit as possible, not all military credits may directly transfer into your program. In some cases, you might need to take additional classes to meet certain requirements.

After the assessment, you'll get a report outlining what has been accepted and how it applies to your degree. You can then use this information to plan your course schedule.

Remember to consult with your academic advisor throughout this process. They can help address any questions or concerns and guide you through the process. Good luck with the transition!