How does Amarillo College handle transfer credits?

I'm considering starting at Amarillo College and then transferring to a four-year university. How do they deal with transfer credits? Are there certain credits that are hard to transfer?

Amarillo College has transfer advising that can help you navigate and plan for the transfer process. In general, many of your classes at Amarillo College should directly transfer to a four-year university because the college is regionally accredited. However, the ease of credit transfer really depends on the specific university you're planning to transfer to, as each university may have different policies concerning transfer credits.

It's always advisable to already have a target transfer university, so you can tailor your course selections according to its transfer credit guidelines. When you choose your classes at Amarillo College, try to make sure they align with the academic requirements of the university you aim to transfer to. Also, most universities accept credits for classes in which students earn a grade of C or higher.

Regarding credit transfer specifics, such as which classes are harder to transfer, speaking with an academic advisor at Amarillo College would be the most helpful. They'd be updated on which classes tend to smoothly transfer and which may be more difficult due to particular requirements at different four-year universities.

Another useful approach to ensure the transferability of your credits is to work towards obtaining an Associate degree at Amarillo College before the transfer. This often ensures your general education requirements will be fulfilled at the four-year university following the successful transfer.

But in any case, your transfer process will be smoother and more predictable if you work closely with academic advisors at both Amarillo College and your target four-year university. They can guide you best on course selections and make sure you're on track for your transfer goals.