How do transfer credits work at Hood College?

I'm thinking of transferring to Hood College and I'm curious about how transfer credits are handled, especially from a community college. Has anyone gone through this process and can share how credits were evaluated and applied?

Transfer credit evaluation at Hood College works on a course-by-course basis, and typically accepts transfer credits from regionally accredited institutions. The process of evaluating and applying these credits usually starts after you've been admitted to the college.

Upon your admission, the registrar's office evaluates your transcript to determine what credits will transfer. Often, courses that are equivalent to those offered at Hood, where you received a grade of C- or higher, are accepted.

However, it's crucial to note that the credits might not always apply to your specific degree requirement. For example, a biology course could be accepted as elective credit but may not meet the requirement for a specific biology major.

Additionally, remember there's a limit on the amount of credits you can transfer. For Hood College, you can transfer up to 70 credits from a two-year institution like a community college. Hence, if you've earned more than 70 credits, only 70 will be applied towards your degree at Hood.

One helpful tool Hood has is a Database of Transferable Courses on their website. This could give you an idea of how some of your credits may transfer from certain Maryland community colleges. However, this is not an exhaustive list and doesn't guarantee the transferability of a particular course.

Ultimately, your best starting point would be to get in touch with an admission counselor at Hood. They will have up-to-date knowledge about transfer policies and processes, and can give you a more personalized idea of how your specific credits might transfer. Hood College is known for having a pretty hands-on and helpful admissions team, so don't hesitate to reach out to them with your questions.