Do dual credit courses transfer to colleges?

I'm taking a dual credit New Testament course and I'm wondering if it can transfer to colleges. Does anyone have experience with transferring dual credit hours to four-year colleges? Any advice or insights would be really helpful!

Dual credit courses often transfer to colleges, but the transferability can depend on several factors.

First, the college you're planning to attend makes a big difference. Generally, public state colleges and universities are more likely to accept dual credit courses than private or out-of-state institutions. This is because dual credit courses typically follow state-mandated curriculums, so state schools can easily evaluate and accept them for course credit. Private and out-of-state colleges may have more unique curriculums, hence they might not accept certain dual credit courses.

Even within colleges, different departments may have different rules. For example, a business department might be more accepting of your New Testament course than a biology department, depending on how the content aligns with their respective curricula.

Your grade can also factor into whether your dual credit transfers. Some colleges may only transfer credit for courses where you earned a B or higher.

Finally, the institution offering the dual credit course (often a local community college) might have specific agreements, known as articulation agreements, with certain four-year colleges. These agreements outline which credits will transfer between institutions.

Therefore, it's important to research the dual credit policies at the colleges where you plan to apply. A good first step is to talk to your high school counselor or the college where you're earning the dual credit. Once you narrow down your list of colleges, reach out to their admissions offices directly or check their websites for their specific policies. This can give you a clearer idea of what to expect for your particular situation.