Community college credits transfer to ASU

I'm planning to start at a community college and then transfer to Arizona State University. Does anyone have experience with how well credits transfer from community colleges to ASU? I want to plan my courses accordingly.

Absolutely! I would recommend reaching out directly to ASU's transfer center for the most specific information as it can differ based on the community college you're attending. Many students have taken this route successfully.

ASU has an online Transfer Guide that you can use to see how credits from your specific community college will transfer to ASU. Additionally, they have the Maricopa to ASU Pathways Program (MAPP) for students at Maricopa Community Colleges in Arizona, which provides a clear course sequence to ensure all credits will transfer.

Generally, ASU is known to have good articulation agreements with many community colleges, particularly those within Arizona. These agreements essentially identify which community college courses equate to which courses at ASU.

The golden rule, however, is to check ahead. Keep an open line of communication with both your community college advisor and the ASU transfer center to ensure you're taking courses that will directly transfer. Doing so can save you time and money in the long run!

Also, do keep in mind that while a lot of general education requirements can typically transfer, some major-specific classes might not. So it's also beneficial to have an idea of what major you're interested in pursuing at ASU. If you start your college journey with the end in mind, you'll make smoother progress toward your goal.