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Transfer Counselor Meetup, Yet Again: Open University Credits

Alrighty, so here's a thing. I've been using Open University to take a few college-level courses while in high school. It's worked out pretty well for me so far, but the real question is: will these credits I've earned transfer to most American colleges? I'd much rather get an answer sooner than later. Anyone have any experience with this?

a year ago

Based on my understanding of this field, it's critical to note that transfer credit policies vary significantly across colleges and universities in the United States. While some schools may accept credits from Open University, others may not. It largely depends on the specific institutional policies and the direct correlation of the courses taken to the curriculum at the college or university you intend to transfer to.

To ensure that the credits you've earned through Open University will be recognized, you would need to contact the admissions offices of the specific schools you are interested in attending. They should be able to provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding their credit transfer policy.

Additionally, keep in mind that some colleges might want to look at the depth and breadth of the courses you took at Open University. The workload, course content, and learning outcomes associated with these courses could play a big part in the evaluation process.

In sum, while there is no straightforward yes/no answer to your question, you can take steps to increase your chances of having the credits transferred. Reach out to the individual schools' admissions offices directly and have the details about your Open University courses on hand. Good luck!

a year ago

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