How do Fox Valley Technical College's transfer agreements work?

I'm interested in attending Fox Valley Technical College but eventually want to move to a four-year university. What are the transfer agreements like, and do they make it easier to switch schools?

Absolutely, transfer agreements can help streamline the process of moving from one college to another, and Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) has such partnerships with a number of four-year institutions. A transfer agreement outlines how courses or programs at one institution (in this case FVTC) can be used to meet admission or program requirements at another institution (i.e., the four-year university you're interested in transferring to later).

The way it works is that FVTC has arrangements with certain universities that allow FVTC students who have completed an associate degree or certain amount of credits to have their credits recognized and applied upon transfer. This saves you from having to retake courses, saving you both time and money.

To best utilize these agreements, you should have an idea of the four-year institution you wish to attend and the program you are interested in. Utilize advising resources at FVTC early on to help you take the right courses that can transfer. Each agreement is tailored to specific degree paths, not all credits will translate over equally.

One important thing to remember is that each four-year institution sets the admission requirements, and transfer agreements don't guarantee admission. While they can help ease the transfer process and offer academic guidance, it's still crucial to maintain strong academic performance and meet all application requirements for the university you plan to transfer into.

Reach out to both FVTC's advising office and the four-year universities you're considering to get detailed information about their specific transfer agreements. This way you can plan your path from day one at FVTC to ensure a smooth transfer later.