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Colleges with lenient transfer credit policies?

I'm trying to find colleges that accept all or most transfer credits. Are there any schools that have really flexible policies for transfer students? I want to make sure my previous coursework doesn't go to waste.

11 months ago

Schools vary quite a bit with their transfer credit policies and how open they are to accepting a broad range of credits. Some schools have stricter policies and only accept a limited number of transfer credits, while others are much more lenient and willing to accept a wide array.

1. Western Governors University (WGU): WGU is known for its extensive online degree programs and for its acceptance of a large number of transfer credits. The university evaluates each transfer applicant's transcript individually, and often accepts most, if not all, of a student's previous coursework.

2. University of Maryland Global Campus: UMGC is another school known for being very accommodating to transfer students. They have a generous transfer policy that allows students to transfer up to 90 credits towards a bachelor’s degree.

3. University of Phoenix: This is a for-profit university that's quite liberal with the number of credits they accept. The University of Phoenix accepts transfer credits from regionally or nationally accredited colleges.

4. Arizona State University (ASU): ASU has established a comprehensive transfer credit policy to help students maximize their transfer credits. Transfer credits, however, need to come from an accredited institution.

It's also important to confirm with individual academic departments about how your credits will apply towards your intended major. The acceptance of credit does not guarantee that it will apply toward degree requirements in the intended way.

In general, it’s important to do your own research on each potential school. Use a transfer credit equivalency tool if the school provides one, or contact the admissions office directly to find out about its transfer credit policy and how your specific credits will transfer.

11 months ago

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