I've earned some high school PIE credits and I'm planning to attend a technical college. Does anyone know if these credits can transfer over? Any tips or experiences would be really helpful!
Sure, I can provide some insight into this. PIE credits, or Project Innovate Earn credits, are generally recognized by colleges as an indication of a student's willingness to take on extra academic responsibility. Therefore, they can certainly carry some weight in a college application.
Whether or not these credits will directly transfer over to a technical college, however, depends entirely on the specific college and the particular program you're interested in. Each institution would have its own policies regarding the acceptance of these credits. Some may accept them fully, some may accept them partially (i.e., only certain courses or to a certain limit), and others may not accept them at all.
Your best course of action would be to contact the admissions office of the technical college you’re considering. They'll be able to give you accurate and specific information relevant to their institution. Also, if you've already selected a specific program of study, you might want to get in touch with the program coordinator or department, as they could have additional insights.
Additionally, keep in mind that even if the credits don't directly transfer, having pursued PIE credits in high school is still beneficial. It displays initiative and a willingness to challenge oneself academically, attributes that are often looked upon favorably in any college application process.
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