Do courses from technical colleges transfer to universities?

I'm taking courses at a technical college and plan to eventually transfer to a four-year university. How often do these credits transfer effectively, or should I be concerned about losing credits?

Certainly, credits from a technical college can transfer to a four-year university, but it varies greatly and is dependent on individual universities and their policies. Many technical colleges do have articulation agreements with four-year universities, essentially agreements that allow certain credits to be transferred without an issue.

Keep in mind, though, it would be best to begin your process with a definitive plan. Identify the four-year university or universities you're most interested in transferring to, and contact their admissions office or check their website for information on their policies regarding credit transfer, particularly for the specific courses you're taking at your technical college. You should also reach out to your academic counselor at the technical college you're currently attending, as they should be able to guide you through the process and maybe facilitate conversations with these universities.

Remember, institutions usually only accept transfer credits for courses in which you have earned a C grade or higher. Furthermore, more often than not, major-specific courses transfer more easily than elective courses, as universities tend to have stricter guidelines on what constitutes a valid elective.

In essence, it is possible to transfer credits from a technical college to a university, but it does require a proactive attitude and careful planning on your part to prevent any loss in credits.