How does the GPA transfer work at John Jay College?

I'm considering transferring to John Jay College and I'm curious about how they calculate transfer GPAs. Do they take all my previous coursework into account, or just specific classes for my major?

John Jay College, similar to many institutions, has a specific process for how they handle transfer GPAs. When you're transferring, they will consider the cumulative GPA from all of your previous coursework at regionally accredited institutions. They generally do not separate it based on your major classes versus electives.

However, for applicability towards your specific major at John Jay, certain courses from your previous institution(s) must be equivalent to the required courses for that major at John Jay. In other words, not all of your coursework from your previous schools may apply towards the specific major requirements at John Jay, even if they were related to your intended major. That being said, these courses would still be included in the consideration of your cumulative transfer GPA.

Also, just keep in mind that some colleges have a minimum GPA requirement for transfers, so you should check if John Jay College has such a policy as well. At the end of the day, it's always a good idea to have a chat with the transfer admissions counselor to understand the process better.