Can you transfer from Bellevue College to another community college?

I know transferring is usually from a community college to a university, but is it possible to transfer from Bellevue College to another community college? I might need to relocate for personal reasons, and I'm curious if anyone else has done something similar.

Sure! Transferring from one community college to another, such as from Bellevue College to another two-year college, is certainly possible. This process is actually quite common, especially for students in situations like yours, where relocation becomes necessary due to personal reasons.

That being said, there are steps you should take to ensure your transition goes as smoothly as possible. First off, you would want to check whether the community college you are considering moving to accepts transfer credits from Bellevue College. While most community colleges have fairly generous policies when it comes to accepting credits from other institutions, it's key to double-check this information. You can do this by reaching out to the admissions or registrar's office at your prospective school.

Once you have this information, the next step is typically to apply to the new college as a transfer student. For this, you'll need to provide official transcripts from Bellevue College so that the new college can evaluate your credits.

Once admitted, an advisor at the new school will typically help you figure out which of your credits will apply to your desired program and plan your future coursework. But remember, institutions have various policies about how many credits, and which ones, they'll accept from another college.

Lastly, as a heads-up, financial aid does not automatically transfer from one school to another, so you will need to update your FAFSA with the new school's information. Best of luck with your potential move!