Hoping to transfer my community college credits to UW soon. What steps should I take to make sure everything transfers seamlessly? Do they have any specific requirements that I should know about?
To transfer your community college credits to the University of Washington (UW), there are a few steps you need to follow.
1. Review the Transfer Equivalency Guide: UW provides a transfer equivalency guide for Washington state community colleges. This guide will help you determine how your credits will transfer and whether they'll meet specific requirements for your intended major. So, it would probably be worthwhile to go over this tool to understand how your credits might be equated.
2. Transcript Evaluation: You need to submit an official transcript from your community college to UW. The admissions office will evaluate your transcript to determine transferable credits. Note that UW only accepts credits from regionally accredited institutions, and a grade of 2.0 (C) or better is necessary for the credits to be accepted.
3. Apply for Transfer Admission: While applying, you should indicate the course work you've completed, in-progress, and planned. It's important to indicate courses that are in progress or planned so that they can determine if you meet the prerequisites for your desired major. On the application, you'll need to list each subject, credit and grade that appears on your official transcript.
4. Course Equivalency Review: Once accepted, course equivalents previously not established will go through a review. The respective departments at UW will review such courses and determine direct equivalencies or departmental elective credits.
5. DTA Associate Degree: If you have a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associates degree from a Washington state community college, you generally get junior standing and have satisfied the university's general education requirements.
Finally, always consult with an advisor - either at your community college or at UW – who understands the transfer process. They can provide guidance and help ensure you're taking the right steps. Keep in mind that transfer credit policies can change, so it's essential to stay updated with the latest information.
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