How does Boston College evaluate transfer credits?

I'm thinking about transferring to Boston College and I'm curious about their transfer credit evaluation process. What should I expect when submitting my current college credits? Do they have specific criteria or a database where I can check transferable courses?

Boston College does have a specific process for evaluating transfer credits. Generally, they only grant credit for courses that are similar to those offered in its undergraduate degree programs. Your courses will be evaluated by the academic department related to the course for which you are seeking credit, so there might be some variation.

Here are a few important things to note:

- To be eligible for transfer, the course must be completed at an accredited institution, and you need a grade of C- or better.

- The course must be comparable to a course offered at Boston College, as judged by the Registrar's office in collaboration with the relevant academic department at BC.

- Lower-division credits, usually from a community college, often transfer, but upper-division credits, or credits from a four-year university, are more likely to be counted for specific course credits rather than just elective credits.

- Unfortunately, BC does not have an online database for checking transferable courses.

After you get accepted as a transfer student, BC will send you a credit evaluation showing how many of your previous credits they are accepting. It's always good to keep your course descriptions and syllabi handy for them to review in case there needs to be further clarification about any of your past courses.

You may want to reach out to Boston College's Registrar's office for a more specific inquiry or any unique case you might have regarding transferring credits. They are the best resource to give you up-to-date and accurate information about the process and they can guide you in the right direction. It may also be beneficial to speak with academic advisors in your intended major to see how your credits would apply to your chosen degree program.