Do technical college credits transfer to a university?

I'm at a technical college but thinking of transferring to a university to pursue a bachelor's degree. Do technical college credits generally transfer well? If you've been through this, I would love to hear your experience!

The transferability of technical college credits to a university largely depends on a variety of factors. In general, universities tend to accept transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions. If your technical college has a regional accreditation, that's a good starting point.

There are cases where some universities and traditional 4-year colleges have articulation agreements with technical or community colleges. An articulation agreement is a contract between institutions that outlines which credits will transfer. If such agreements exist between your current school and your prospective university, the process becomes much smoother.

However, even with accreditation and articulation agreements, not all credits may transfer. Typically, universities are more likely to accept general education courses like English or math. More specialized, career-focused, or trade-specific courses that you might take at a technical college might not transfer because they don't have a direct equivalent at the university or don't fit into the bachelor's degree program requirements.

Additionally, the grade you received in the course matters too. Typically, a grade of "C" or better is required for a course to be considered for transfer.

The best way to ensure a smooth transition would be to reach out to the university's admissions or registrar's office and inquire about their specific transfer policies. They can provide you with the most accurate information. Also, consider speaking with an academic advisor at your current institution who may have experience with students transferring to 4-year universities. They might even have contact with the university's advising staff, which could help facilitate conversations.