How do I transfer to Albion College?

I'm considering transferring to Albion College after my sophomore year at my current school. Does anyone know what the requirements are for transferring, and how they evaluate transfer credits? Any advice or tips would be appreciated!

Albion College welcomes transfer students and their process is relatively straightforward.

To apply, you will need to submit the common application, your official college transcript from all institutions attended, a final high school transcript, a Dean's Evaluation (a form filled out by a college official at your current institution verifying your academic and disciplinary standing), and a recommendation letter from a professor.

As for the transfer of your credits, Albion College generally accepts credits for courses in which you have earned a grade of 'C' or higher from other accredited institutions. Typically, your credits will be evaluated by the Registrar once they receive your transcript from your previous university. It is essential that the classes you took align with Albion’s courses or requirements in some way to maximize credit transfer.

General education credits are usually easier to transfer than specific major credits. Therefore, you should reach out to the Registrar's Office or Admissions Office at Albion to discuss specifics about transferring your credits and how they would fit into your intended degree plan. It might also be helpful to have syllabi or course descriptions from your current classes ready, as these might be helpful in the evaluation process.

In addition to these steps, the college recommends visiting the campus and meeting with an admissions counselor to discuss your individual case, meeting with a professor in your intended major, and even sitting in on a class if you can.

Remember, each person's situation can be unique, so reaching out to the office of admissions at Albion College for personalized advice will be very beneficial. Best of luck with the transfer process!