How does Lone Star College's transfer equivalency work?

I'm currently enrolled at Lone Star College and planning to transfer, but I'm confused about how their transfer equivalency system works. Can someone explain how they determine which credits transfer to other colleges?

Lone Star College, like most community colleges, will have pre-determined transfer agreements, also known as articulation agreements, with a variety of 4-year colleges and universities, especially those within the state of Texans. These agreements establish the framework for what classes at Lone Star will count towards degree requirements at the 4-year institution.

If there's a specific school you're interested in transferring to, you should look for an articulation agreement between that school and Lone Star. This agreement will clarify which credits will be transferrable and how they will be applied to the degree requirements at the 4-year college or university.

You can find these agreements on either Lone Star's website or the intended transfer school's website. If you can't find the information online or you are unsure about a specific class or requirement, it's always a good idea to speak to an academic advisor at either Lone Star or the target four-year institution. They should be able to provide exactly the information you need, or guide you through the process.

Beyond that, the most general guidance is to take as many general education courses (English, history, basic maths, etc.) as you can at Lone Star. Those are usually the most transferable courses, and most universities will accept them as lower division requirements.

Finally, remember that ultimately the school you're transferring to has final say on what credits they will accept. They will review your transcript from Lone Star and determine what credits they'll transfer and how they apply to their degree requirements. If your classes at Lone Star don't match up with the classes required at the 4-year school, there's a chance those credits won't transfer, or they'll transfer as elective credits that don't count towards your degree requirements.