Hey, does anyone know how Columbia College handles transfer credits? I'm trying to see if my current coursework will transfer over if I decide to make the switch. Any tips on what to look out for?
Columbia College adheres to a set of guidelines when evaluating transfer credits. First off, they'll only accept college or university-level credits earned at institutions that are regionally accredited. Moreover, they'll seek to maximize your eligible credits, meaning they'll evaluate courses from two-year or four-year institutions in the same manner, whether they are from domestic or international colleges.
In terms of the grade, Columbia College generally accepts transfer credit for courses passed with a C- grade or better. However, several professional programs may require a higher grade for transfer.
All accepted transfer courses will count toward the overall credits required for graduation, but they might not all apply directly to your major or minor requirements. It might help to compare your existing coursework to Columbia College's course catalog and gen ed requirements to get a sense of how your existing coursework could map onto the new school's requirements.
Additionally, you should reach out to the Columbia College admissions office or a transfer admissions counselor and discuss your coursework. They may ask you to provide syllabuses for your past courses during the evaluation process. This would be a great opportunity to clarify any specific queries about courses where you're not sure if the content aligns.
Remember, transferring colleges is a big decision so it's good to have all the information before making the switch.
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