Transferring College of DuPage courses to a university?

I'm planning on taking courses at the College of DuPage, but I want to make sure they're transferable to a four-year university later on. Any tips on how to confirm if they'll transfer successfully?

Firstly, your foresight in considering course transferability is commendable. Here are some steps you can take to ensure your College of DuPage courses transfer to a four-year institution:

1. Articulation Agreements: Many community colleges have articulation agreements with four-year institutions. These agreements outline which courses at the community college are equivalent to courses at the four-year university, so you can ensure that the credits you're earning will be recognized.

2. Course Descriptions: If an articulation agreement isn't available, you may need to compare course descriptions. Look for similarities in course content and objectives between the course you're planning to take at College of DuPage, and the course at the university you aim to transfer to.

3. Admissions Office/Transfer Advisor: Reach out to the admissions office or a transfer advisor at the university you're considering. They are a valuable resource and can guide you through the transfer process, including explaining which credits will be transferred.

4. Online Transfer Tools: Some universities have online tools where you can enter the name of the community college and the course number to see if they'll transfer.

5. Accreditation: Lastly, generally speaking, credits from regionally accredited institutions are accepted by other colleges. College of DuPage is regionally accredited, which is a positive sign for credit transfer.

Remember that ultimately, it's the receiving institution (the four-year university) that determines whether they'll accept transfer credits. Since policies can vary, always consult directly with the university for the most accurate information.