Transferring from community college to the University of Mississippi

I'm going to community college for two years, hoping to transfer to the University of Mississippi. How can I figure out which classes will count towards my major?

You'll want to start by aligning your class choices at your community college with the corresponding courses required at the University of Mississippi for your intended major. This information is often referred to as "articulation agreements" or "transfer guides" and can typically be found on the receiving university's (in your case, the University of Mississippi's) website.

If you can't find a clearly defined transfer guide, I'd recommend you take a look at the specific major's course requirements at the University of Mississippi. Make a list of the core courses required for your intended major, and then try to match them with equivalent courses at your community college.

Furthermore, remember to maintain a good GPA at your community college, as this will also play a significant role in your transfer application. Building a relationship with a counselor or advisor at your community college can also greatly help. They're knowledgeable about the transfer process and can provide additional guidance.

Lastly, reach out to the admissions office at the University of Mississippi. They can provide specifics about transfer protocols, what courses they accept, and what documentation you need to provide. Do remember that while taking equivalent courses, the ultimate approval of transfer credit is up to the receiving institution.

For example: if you're planning to major in Business Administration, look up the course requirements for that major at the University of Mississippi. You might see that Principles of Economics, Macroeconomics, and Business Calculus are required. Then, see which of those classes you can take at your community college. When you are ready to apply for transfer, send an official transcript from your community college to the University of Mississippi as part of your application. Make sure these classes, and your other coursework, are on it. This way, the University can assess your preparation for your intended major.