Accepted College Credits - How Do I Find Out?

I'm taking some high-level classes in high school and want to know which college credits will be accepted by the universities I'm interested in. How can I make sure my credits will transfer?

Sure, finding out if your high school credits will be accepted by the universities you're interested in is a crucial step. Here are a few methods you can utilize:

1. College Websites: Most colleges maintain a list of AP, IB, and dual-enrollment credit policies on their websites. You will typically find this information in their admissions section or their prospective students section. Look for a transfer credit policy or advanced standing policy. They will often include a chart that details exactly how and if they award credit.

2. AP or IB College Credit Policy Online Database: Both the AP (College Board) and IB (International Baccalaureate) programs offer online databases for colleges' credit policies. Just type the university's name, and you can view their credit policies.

3. High School Guidance Counselor: Your school's guidance counselor will likely have experience with past students transferring credits to college and will know where to look up this information.

4. Direct Contact: If the information isn't available online, the best approach would be to directly contact the university's admission office. They can provide information on their credit policies, and could also direct you to a department-specific advisor for subjects like Math or History.

5. Check with Dual Enrollment Program: Speak with the coordinator of your dual enrollment program, they would know specifically about credit transfer from your high school to different colleges.

Keep in mind that each college and specific programs may have different rules about what credits they accept, so ensure to check separately for each school.

Remember, even if the college accepts the credit, it's up to you to decide whether to accept it or not. Some students prefer to retake the class in college to ensure a strong foundation, especially for courses critical to their major.