Transferring Credits to Emerson College

Does anyone know how strict Emerson College is with credit transfers? I'm transferring soon and want to ensure I get the most credits possible toward my major. Are there specific policies or limitations I should be aware of?

Transferring credits to any institution, including Emerson College, typically depends on a few factors: the accreditation of the institution where the credits were earned, course equivalences, and the grades earned in the courses. Here are a few insights specific to Emerson College:

Emerson accepts transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions.

The grades you received in your courses can also affect whether your credits transfer. Typically, Emerson requires that you have a 'C-' or better in the course for it to be eligible for transfer.

How your credits will apply to your major at Emerson is determined on a case-by-case basis by the department of your major. Some departments may have specific rules about which credits they will accept.

Not all of your credits may apply toward your major; some may count toward Emerson’s general education requirements.

If you want to get a sense of which credits may transfer before you apply, you may want to reach out to the Admissions Office or the Registrar's Office at Emerson. They can give you more specific information about how credits from your institution have been transferred in the past. You can also use Emerson's Transferology tool: https://www.transferology.com/school/emerson.

Remember, every college has different transfer credit policies, and what works for one student may not work for another. You may want to consider meeting with an academic advisor if you haven’t already, to ask these questions and make sure you have a good understanding of what to expect.