How many units can I transfer from a community college?

I've heard there's a maximum of 120 units that can be transferred from a community college. Can anyone confirm this and explain how this might affect my transfer process?

The number of credits you can transfer from a community college varies by institution, but on average, most four-year colleges and universities accept up to 60-70 credits from community colleges, or roughly two years of full-time work. Generally speaking, that converts into half of a bachelor's degree program's requirements, since most bachelor's programs require 120-130 credits or four full years of study to complete. This average can fluctuate depending on the type of institution, the specific policies of the school, and the state guidelines.

However, while the number of credits you can transfer is a crucial aspect, equally or even more important is the applicability of these credits towards your intended degree. Not all your credits may transfer as equivalent courses in your prospective program at the four-year institution. Schools often have specific requirements about which credits they accept and how they apply to degree requirements.

For example, suppose you completed a statistics course at your community college. In that case, it might be accepted as a general education requirement at the four-year college, but if you are transferring into a sociology program that requires a social statistics course, your previous course may not fulfill this specific requirement.

So, in the transfer process, it's essential to consider both the number of credits you might transfer and how those credits will apply towards your intended degree. For accurate information on credit transfers, check directly with the Admission and/or Registrar's Office at the school you are planning to transfer to. They will have definitive answers about their transfer policies and can guide you on your specific situation.