How do transfer credits work at Green River College?

I'm considering starting at Green River College and then transferring to a four-year university. Can anyone explain how the transfer credits process works? Do all credits transfer, or is it selective?

The transfer credit process can slightly vary depending on the four-year university you plan on transferring to, but typically, the process at Green River College works as follows:

Firstly, it's important to note that Green River is part of the Community College Baccalaureate Association, which means they offer associate degrees that are specifically designed for students who plan on transferring to a four-year university.

Once you're ready to transfer, you'll need to send your official Green River transcripts to your intended university. This institution will then review your transcripts on a course by course basis, decide what credits they will accept, and how they will apply them towards your degree requirements.

Regarding the selectivity of transfer credits, not all credits may transfer, and the acceptability of credits can depend on the institution you're transferring to and your intended major. For example, some universities may not transfer vocational or pre-collegiate level courses. In some cases, you may also be required to have earned a certain grade (like C or better) for the course to transfer.

Since every university has its own policies, one of the best things you can do is to align your classes at Green River with the requirements of the four-year program you want to transfer into. Reach out to the admissions office or transfer center at the intended university to have a better understanding of what credits they commonly accept in transfer.

For instance, if you're considering transferring to a school in Washington, Green River has Direct Transfer Agreements (DTA) with many four-year colleges. These allow students who earn an associate degree to transfer a block of credits and gain junior standing at the baccalaureate institution. This could be worth looking into if you're targeting universities in Washington State.

Remember, planning ahead can save you time and resources in the long run!