Do grades transfer from Bunker Hill Community College?

I'm planning on transferring out of Bunker Hill Community College and want to know if my grades will transfer along with my credits to another institution. How does this typically work?

When it comes to transferring from one institution to another, the credits for the courses you've taken generally have the possibility of being transferred. However, the actual grades you received in those courses usually don't transfer. That means, that if your new school accepts your credits and you've passed your classes, those courses typically won't be factored into your new GPA. Your GPA will start fresh at your new institution.

Keep in mind that every institution has its policies about transfer credits. Factors like course matching and receiving a minimum grade are typically needed for credits to be accepted. For instance, a new institution may only accept credits for courses in which you've earned a C grade or higher.

It's important to speak with a counselor at both your current institution (Bunker Hill Community College) and your prospective one to know the procedures and restrictions of credit transfer. They can guide you through the process, helping you understand which of your credits are likely to be accepted. Often you will need to provide a syllabus or a detailed course description from your community college classes to the new institution for review.

Remember, starting at a new college gives you a clean academic slate but using what you've learned in your previous courses can contribute greatly to maintaining a strong academic performance.