Transferring Courses from Delta College

Can anyone share their experience with transferring courses from Delta College to another institution? I want to make sure my credits will be accepted, so any tips on maximizing transferable credits would be great.

While every institution has its policies and standards for accepting transfer credits, generally speaking, the transferability of your courses from Delta College will likely depend on a few key factors.

1. Is the course being taken for credit?

2. Is the course similar or equivalent to the course(s) at your target institution?

3. Is the course part of your intended major or minors' required sequence?

There are some steps you can take to maximize your chances of having your courses recognized:

1. Review your target institution's transfer policies: Schools usually provide a guide, sometimes called a transfer equivalency database, which you can use to check if specific courses from your current institution will be recognized.

2. Discuss with your academic advisor: Your academic advisor can be a valuable source of information when it comes to mapping out your education plan, and ensuring the courses you are taking will successfully transfer.

3. Document everything: Make sure to keep all course syllabi and any other course documents. They can be requested by your target institution to evaluate the content and structure of your courses.

4. Aim for Higher Grades: Generally, colleges are more likely to accept transfer credits for classes where a higher grade was earned. Try to aim for a grade of C or higher, as many colleges do not accept courses with grades of C- or lower.

Remember, each college has different policies and some courses might transfer as electives rather than count towards your degree requirements. It's always a good idea to double-check with an advisor at your target college.