Do Mercy University credits usually transfer to other colleges?

I'm considering transferring from Mercy University, and I'm curious about how well my credits would transfer to other colleges, particularly in a different state. Any experiences or advice?

Credit transferability can vary greatly from institution to institution. To determine whether your credits transfer, the new school's admissions or registrar office will do a course-by-course evaluation, comparing the classes you've taken at Mercy University to similar courses at their institution. The transferred course would typically need to match about 70-80% in content and meet a minimum grade (usually a "C" or higher).

Keep in mind that while most colleges and universities readily accept transfer credits, not all credits fit into every program of study. Core courses like English, Mathematics, and Natural Sciences, which are typically part of general education requirements, are usually easier to transfer. More specialized classes specific to your major or degree program might not transfer over as smoothly, or may transfer as elective credits instead.

To prepare for potential transferring, I would suggest you first identify which colleges or universities you're interested in transferring to, and then reach out to their admissions offices to discuss transfer policies. Also, you should ask whether they have articulation agreements with Mercy University. Articulation agreements are formal partnerships between colleges that make the transfer process smoother and can guarantee the transfer of certain credits.

In the meantime, you might want to keep record of your syllabi from Mercy University, as this could assist the new college in their course-for-course evaluations.

Remember that this process can sometimes be time-consuming, so start early and be patient. Keep all of your academic documentation organized and follow up with emails or phone calls if you don't hear back within a reasonable timeframe.

Transferring schools can be a complicated process, but by doing proper due diligence and planning ahead, you can help ensure a smoother transition. Good luck!