Can Fortis College credits transfer?

I'm enrolled at Fortis College right now and considering transferring to a different institution. I'm not sure if my credits will be accepted elsewhere. Has anyone had experience with transferring credits from Fortis?

As a former admissions counselor, one piece of advice I often give is that the transferability of credits often depends on the specific institutions in question. Each college or university has their own criteria for accepting transfer credits, typically based on the course content, grade received, and accreditation of the sending institution.

Regarding Fortis College specifically, they are nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), whereas many other institutions (especially public universities) are regionally accredited. Nationally accredited schools tend to offer vocational, career, or technical programs, whereas regionally accredited schools tend to be more academically oriented.

Unfortunately, it's often the case that regionally accredited schools do not accept credits from nationally accredited schools. This is because nationally accredited institutions tend to have less rigorous standards compared to their regionally accredited counterparts.

If you're considering transferring, the best course of action would be to reach out directly to the admissions office of the college or university that you are interested in transferring to. They can provide detailed information about their credit transfer policies and may be able to give you an idea of which of your credits from Fortis College, if any, would be likely to transfer. This can be a complex process, so it's generally a good idea to start this research well in advance of your planned transfer date.

However, some higher learning institutions do have articulation agreements with Fortis College, which means they accept credits from Fortis. You should check on their website or get in touch with your academic advisor to know which institutions these are.

Lastly, while this can be an intimidating process, it's important to remember that there are many resources available to you, both at Fortis College and at any potential receiving institutions, to assist you throughout the transfer process. Good luck!