How to Transfer Units from Golden West College

I'm trying to figure out the steps to transfer my units from Golden West College to another college. Does anyone have experience with this process? Any advice on what paperwork or approvals I might need would be super helpful!

The process of transferring units from one institution to another often involves a few general steps, though the exact process can also vary depending on the specific institutions involved. Here's an outline of the steps you'll typically need to take:

1. Review Transfer Policies: Each college or university will have different policies regarding how they accept transfer credits. Most colleges provide a transfer credit policy on their website or in their course catalog. Review these policies carefully to determine how the classes you took at Golden West College may transfer to your new college.

2. Request Transcripts: You'll need to request an official transcript from Golden West College, which will outline all the courses you've completed, as well as your grades. Each college has a different process for requesting transcripts, so be sure to check this out on the Golden West College website.

3. Send Transcripts: Once you have your transcripts, send them to the admissions or registrar's office at your new college. Some colleges may require the sending institution to mail the transcript directly instead of you forwarding it, so verify the procedure with both schools.

4. Evaluation Process: Once your new college receives your transcripts, they will likely have an evaluator or committee examine your transcript and determine how many of your units will transfer. They may also consult any articulation agreements they have with Golden West College.

5. Discuss Results: Once the evaluation process is complete, you'll usually have a conversation with an academic advisor or counselor at your new school. They will go over what credits were transferred and explain how they fit into your new degree requirements.

Keep in mind that not all the credits you earned may transfer, and credits that do transfer may not all count towards the requirements of your new major. Also, be ready to provide course syllabi or descriptions to your new institution if they require further information about a particular class or class.

Remember that different schools may have different deadlines for submitting transfer credit information, so be sure to find these out and submit your documents promptly.

April-June is usually a good range to start the process if you're aiming to transfer in the Fall semester, but earlier is always better. If you're transferring in the Spring, start the process in the Fall semester. This way, your transfer school will have ample time to evaluate your credits before you need to schedule your classes.