Can I transfer classes between colleges?

I took some classes at a community college and I'm now at a four-year university. Is it possible to transfer those credits to my current college? How do I find out if they're eligible or not?

Sure, it is possible to transfer credits from a community college to a four-year university, but the process and criteria can vary from school to school. Here's a general process you might follow:

1. Contact the Registrar's Office at your four-year university: This should be your first step. The registrar's office can provide you with information about transferring credits.

2. Understand your college's credit transfer policy: Each college or university will have its own credit transfer policy, meaning some credits might not be accepted, or only certain types of credits (like those from classes in your major) might be admitted.

3. Get your official transcript: You'll need a copy of your official transcript from your community college. This document has a detailed record of the courses that you've taken and the grades you've earned.

4. Course Equivalency: In this step, the university will determine the equivalency of the course based on the content and course outcomes. For this, the school might need syllabuses or other course materials to understand the course content.

5. Petition Process: If a course initially isn't accepted, some schools have a petition process where you can argue for a certain course to fulfill a specific requirement. This usually requires documentation, like the course syllabus, and possibly an explanation of why you feel the course is equivalent to a course at your university.

Keep in mind that, even if your credits do transfer, they may not all apply to your current program of study or fulfill specific degree requirements. For example, elective courses taken at a community college may transfer as general credits.

Also, remember that the transferred credits will not affect your GPA at your new institution because transfer credits are not calculated in GPA at most universities. They simply count towards your credit hours for graduation.

So, reaching out directly to your university's registrar's office should provide you with the most accurate and useful advice for your particular situation. They may even have online resources or transfer credit guides that can help you navigate this process effectively.