Does Oakland Community College transfer credits easily?

I'm currently studying at Oakland Community College and considering transferring to a university. How smooth is the credit transfer process? Would love to hear from anyone who has successfully done this.

Yes, Oakland Community College (OCC) has a strong transfer program in place to various universities and colleges. OCC collaborates closely with 4-year institutions through articulation agreements, which help ensure a seamless credit transfer process. However, the process can depend on a few factors, including which university you're looking to transfer to, the specific courses you've taken, and your grades in those courses.

To increase the chances of an easy transfer, start with your academic advisor at OCC. They should be able to guide you in the right direction, as they are familiar with the requirements for many major and minor programs. They can also advise you on which credits will and won't transfer.

Also, look into whether the university you're interested in has a transfer agreement with OCC. Many Michigan institutions do have such agreements with OCC and they can provide more of a guarantee that your credits will be accepted.

Furthermore, Michigan has the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), which guarantees that general education credits earned in Michigan community colleges will fulfill the lower-level General Education requirements at participating universities in Michigan.

Additionally, each university's transfer credit policy may have specific grade requirements for credits to transfer, typically a C grade or higher.

One tool that might help you is the Transfer Equivalency Database which some universities maintain. This tool is designed to show you how credits from OCC might transfer to their institution.

Lastly, it will also be beneficial to connect with an admission representative or academic advisor at the university you're looking to transfer to. This will help you get the most specific and accurate information as possible regarding credit transfers.

So to answer your question, it's generally a smooth process if you stay proactive, but it does require careful planning and communication between you, your counselors at OCC, and representatives at your potential transfer university.