Graduation Credit Requirements for Brooklyn College Transfers?

For anyone who has transferred to Brooklyn College, what are the credit requirements like for graduation? I'm trying to plan my course load and want to make sure I'm on track.

As a general rule, to earn a bachelor's degree at Brooklyn College, students need to complete a total of 120 credits, and they must also meet the specific requirements of their major. This total includes both the credits you're transferring in and the ones you'll earn at Brooklyn College.

However, bear in mind that while all your credits might be accepted for transfer, not all of them might count towards your desired major. Each major has specific requirements and acceptable credits, so the number of remaining classes you need to take can vary widely depending on your chosen field of study and the classes you took previously.

To get a precise estimate of your remaining coursework, it would be best to reach out to the Brooklyn College admissions department or discuss it with an academic advisor once you transfer. Advisors can help you map out your academic plan, keeping you on track to graduate in your expected timeframe.

Also, it's useful to know that Brooklyn College utilizes Degree Works, an online tool that helps students & advisors track academic progress toward degree completion. Once you have enrolled, you can use this tool to see how your transfer courses fit into the roadmap for your major, which might provide additional insight.

One useful strategy for planning your course load is to balance major-required classes, which might be more challenging or time-consuming, with general education or elective requirements. Starting with too heavy a load might be overwhelming, so consider easing into your first semester and gauging what’s manageable for you.

And finally, don’t forget to check the residency requirement (the number of credits you must earn "in residence" at Brooklyn College), which is usually 30 semester credits. For these credits, you might want to pick classes that can either enhance your major or simply interest you on a personal level. It's always a good idea to diversify your academic experience and venture outside of your main field of study whenever possible.