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Do Hocking College credits transfer to other colleges?

I'm looking into taking some courses at Hocking College, but I'm worried about how well those credits will transfer to other schools in the future. Has anyone had experience with transferring credits from Hocking College?

11 months ago

Most colleges and universities will accept transfer credits, but it really depends on the specific institution to which you're hoping to transfer. Each school has its own policies regarding which credits they accept and how those credits will apply to their degree requirements.

However, Hocking College is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, which generally aids in the transfer of credits between institutions. Regionally accredited schools tend to accept credits from other regionally accredited institutions more readily than from nationally accredited schools.

If you have a specific college that you're considering transferring to in the future, it would be a good idea to reach out to that school's admissions office or registrar. They can provide you with the most accurate information about how credits from Hocking College would transfer.

Also, I'd recommend that while you are at Hocking, try to stick with classes that align with general education requirements at most schools. Courses like English composition, History, Math, Sciences are often more transferable than highly specific coursework or technical classes.

Remember that even if a course transfers, it might not necessarily fulfill a specific requirement in your intended major at the next institution. It could come in as an elective credit instead. So, it's really important to plan ahead as much as possible.

Finally, when you do decide to transfer, make sure to obtain official transcripts from Hocking College to be sent directly to the institution you're transferring to. This ensures the credits you've earned there can be properly evaluated and applied to your academic record at your new school.

11 months ago

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