How do Ithaca College transfer credits work?

I'm considering transferring to Ithaca College, but I'm unsure about how they handle transfer credits. Can anyone explain how their transfer credit evaluation process works and any pitfalls to avoid when it comes to transferring my classes?

Ithaca College generally accepts transferred credits for courses in which you earned a "C-" or higher from an accredited institution, including both four-year colleges and community colleges. However, it's important to note that there are certain conditions and requirements that apply, necessitating careful consideration.

All prospective transfer students receive an initial credit evaluation after admission which details how your courses will transfer to Ithaca. Although Ithaca accepts most credits, the course equivalency varies. Sometimes classes will count towards a specific equivalent course at Ithaca, other times they will simply count towards your total credit requirement.

A major factor in determining transfer credits is a course’s relevancy to your intended program of study. You can expect that major-specific courses will need to be more closely aligned with Ithaca's curriculum than general education courses for credits to be transferable. For major-specific or specialty courses, you may need a syllabus or additional course details to determine if they match sufficiently with Ithaca's coursework.

Remember, transferring credits impact not only your progress toward degree completion but can influence your class standing and eligibility for certain scholarships or programs. Besides, there are also minimum residency requirements – the number of credits that need to be completed directly at Ithaca to qualify for a degree.

Despite these pointers, individual circumstances can vary significantly, so it's always a good idea to speak directly with the college's Transfer Admissions team and request a preliminary evaluation of your transcript prior to applying.