How do transfer courses from a community college work for UNC Chapel Hill?

I'm considering transferring to UNC Chapel Hill from a community college, but I'm a bit confused about how transfer courses get evaluated. Can anyone share how they determine which credits will transfer over and count toward my degree?

Transferring to a school like UNC Chapel Hill from a community college can be a bit complex, so it's good that you're seeking clarity. As far as transferring courses and credits is concerned, UNC Chapel Hill generally accepts credits for courses you've taken at an accredited institution, like a community college, as long as you've earned a grade of C or better and it's similar to a course offered by UNC. Also, keep in mind that there's a maximum limit of 64 credits that can be transferred.

The actual process involves academic departments at UNC-Chapel Hill evaluating the course content and level of instruction to determine if they align with the courses they offer, taking into account the academic rigor. In some cases, even if the credit transfers, it may not fulfill your general education or program-specific requirements. For instance, while a calculus course from your community college might transfer over as math credit, it may not satisfy a requirement for a specific math course needed for an Accounting major.

UNC has an online Transfer Credit Equivalency Database where you can check how credits from your current institution would transfer. This would provide a general idea but isn't definitive.

Once accepted, you'll receive an official document showing your transfer credits and how they apply to your degree program. Always communicate with an admission officer or academic adviser at UNC to confirm this information before you commit to transferring, to ensure you understand how your credits will transfer and apply to your degree.