What is the process for transfer credit evaluation at Brooklyn College?

Could someone walk me through how Brooklyn College evaluates transfer credits? I'm transferring from another school and want to understand what to expect in terms of evaluation.

Sure, I'd be happy to walk you through the process. After you've been admitted as a transfer student to Brooklyn College, the Admissions Office will assess your previous completed coursework for transferable credit. This may take some time, so patience is key.

They'll examine the level, content, and grade of the courses you've taken in your previous institution, as well as the compatibility of these courses with the Brooklyn College curriculum. You can expect that courses from regionally accredited institutions, with a grade of C or better, will be considered for transfer credit.

If you've completed coursework at a New York City community college, transfer credits are guided by the CUNY transfer credit policy, ensuring a smooth transition of credits within the CUNY system.

Once your transcript is fully evaluated, you'll be notified and you can then access DegreeWorks, Brooklyn College’s degree audit system, to see how your transfer courses apply towards your degree at Brooklyn College.

As a side note, while you'll receive credit for successfully completed coursework, your previous GPA does not transfer over – you will start with a clean slate and your GPA at Brooklyn College will be based solely on the courses you take there.

In some cases, if the course coding isn’t clear, you might need to provide additional information such as a syllabus or course description for further assessment.

If you believe there is an error in your transfer credit evaluation, you can typically appeal or request a re-evaluation, though it's best to check with the specific policies of Brooklyn College for how to go about this. You should also get in touch with your academic advisor to discuss how your transfer credits fit into your academic plan at Brooklyn College.