I'm thinking about transferring to Westmont College and I'm curious about how they handle transfer credits. How do I find out which of my current classes will be accepted there?
The general pathway to establish transferability of credits involves reaching out to Westmont College's Registrar or Admissions Office. They can provide guidance on this matter.
You might be asked to submit syllabi or course descriptions from your current or previous institution. Westmont College will then compare the coursework with their own to see if it matches in content and rigor.
The college likely has pre-evaluated courses from many institutions to determine how those credits will transfer. It would be helpful to have your transcripts on hand which contain the courses you have taken so far.
Remember, transferring credits can sometimes be a complex process and can vary greatly between institutions. Each school has its own credit evaluation process. In some situations, a course may transfer, but not satisfy specific degree requirements.
Please note that some courses or credits may not transfer due to a variety of factors such as the grade earned, when the course was taken (there may be time limits), or if the course content doesn't match closely enough to the course offerings at Westmont.
Good luck with your potential transfer to Westmont College!
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