What's the process for transferring credits to Harvard College?

I'm curious about how transferring credits works if you're planning to transfer to Harvard College. Do they accept a lot of transfer credits, and how do you figure out which credits they’ll take? Anyone have experience with this?

When it comes to transferring credits to Harvard College, it's important to understand that the college has quite stringent guidelines. Generally, Harvard considers courses eligible for transfer if they were completed at an accredited institution, they correspond to a course in Harvard's curriculum, and the student earned a grade of at least B-.

However, Harvard also requires transferred courses to fit within the liberal arts curriculum. So, technical or vocational courses (like medical technology, business administration, or law enforcement) generally won't be accepted. Additionally, the college doesn’t usually accept online or correspondence courses, courses passed with a Pass/Fail or similar grading scheme, or pre-professional courses such as pre-law or pre-med.

Another relevant factor you should know is that only half of your degree requirements can be covered by transfer credits at Harvard College. That means no matter how many credits you've previously earned, you’ll need to complete at least two years of full-time study at Harvard.

Once admitted, a student will work with an advisor to determine which credits will transfer. You would submit syllabi from your previous coursework, and your advisor will let you know what can and can't transfer.

Remember, regulations can change over time. It's always a good idea to consult the college's official transfer guidelines or get in touch with an admissions representative directly to get the most current and precise advice. Best of luck with your academic journey!