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Best online colleges accepting transfer credits?

I'm exploring online colleges and want to transfer some credits I've already earned. Which online colleges are the most accommodating when it comes to accepting transfer credits? Any recommendations would be really helpful.

a year ago

Sure, many online colleges will accommodate the transfer of credits. Here are a few that have flexible policies:

1. Western Governor's University (WGU): They operate on a competency-based model, which means that credits are awarded for demonstrating knowledge in relevant fields, regardless of how that knowledge was gained. This model often proves advantageous for transfer students.

2. University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC): They have a very flexible credit transfer policy, offering credit for prior learning, military training, professional training, or professional certifications.

3. Excelsior University: They offer a credit transfer policy with no limit on the number of credits you can transfer, making it an attractive choice for many students.

4. Arizona State University (ASU) Online: ASU has a comprehensive transfer guide to help make the process of transferring credits as simple as possible.

5. Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) Online: They allow up to 90 credits to be transferred toward an undergraduate program.

When exploring these options, you should first get a transcript evaluation done. This will give you an estimate of how many of your credits will transfer to the online college you're interested in. The exact number will depend on the specific program and the equivalency of the courses you have already taken. You should also check if the school is regionally accredited (the highest form of accreditation), as this can play a part in credit transfer.

Finally, ensure that the curriculum and the feel of the online program align with your educational goals and learning style. Transferring credits is just one factor of many to consider when choosing an online college. I hope this helps you in your search!

a year ago

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