Transferring dual credits from Harper College

I'm in a dual credit program with Harper College while still in high school. How do these credits transfer to four-year universities, and are there specific schools that have favorable policies for these credits?

In general, dual credit earned through an accredited institution like Harper College will be transferable to many four-year institutions. However, each school has its own unique set of policies regarding the acceptance of these credits. Here are a few key things you should consider:

1. Accreditation: Credits from regionally accredited institutions, like Harper College, are more likely to be accepted than those from national or other accreditations.

2. Course Equivalency: The exact course you've taken and how it matches with the course offerings at the four-year institution will also impact the transferability. If your dual credit course closely mirrors a class at the four-year college, it's more likely they'll accept the credit.

3. Grade Requirement: Also, many places will require a certain grade (often a C or better) for a credit to be transferable.

However, these rules can vary greatly between institutions. Therefore, it's important you research your specific target schools. Typically, most universities have a Transfer Credit or Transfer Equivalency site/webpage where they outline their policies and sometimes even provide a transfer credit equivalency tool or database which allows you to see if and how your credits from Harper College would transfer.

As an example, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has a Transfer Handbook where you can check how your credits from Harper College might be accepted.

Also, don't hesitate to directly contact the admissions office of your target schools to clarify any questions. They can provide the most accurate information as it pertains to your specific case. In the end, the most important thing is to ensure that you are making the most of your dual credit coursework in a way that benefits your future academic endeavors!