How well do City Colleges of Chicago credits transfer to UIC?

I'm considering taking some classes at the City Colleges of Chicago and was wondering how easily those credits transfer to UIC. Has anyone had experience with this process? What should I be aware of?

When considering transferring credits, the specifics can change based on the courses you've taken and the programs at both the City Colleges of Chicago and the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). In general, courses taken at a community college like City Colleges of Chicago can often be transferred to a four-year institution like UIC, but it's crucial to work closely with academic advisors at both institutions to ensure that the classes you're taking are transferrable.

The process of transferring credits will involve submitting an official transcript from City Colleges to UIC's admission office. The admission office will then coordinate with the respective departments at UIC to determine if and how each college course will be credited at UIC.

However, you don't have to wait until applying to UIC to investigate this. A useful first step could be visiting UIC's website and looking up the Transferology resource. Transferology is a nationwide network that gives you detailed information on how courses transfer from one institution to another, and it's a great resource for seeing how your City College classes would be credited at UIC.

In addition to checking the classes' compatibility online, you can also reach out to an academic advisor at both City Colleges and UIC. Those advisors can give you the most accurate and up-to-date information. And remember, it’s not only about if the credit will transfer but also if it will count toward the specific degree requirements in your desired major at UIC.

Finally, it's important to note that grades can also impact transferability. If a course is passed with a grade of C or better, it generally has a better chance of being accepted for transfer.

So, in summary, while I can't give you a definitive answer as to how well your specific courses will transfer, I strongly recommend the following key steps: 1) Look up information on Transferology, 2) consult academic advisors at both institutions and 3) ensure you're achieving grades of C or better in your courses.