Transferring Community College Credits to John Jay

I'm at community college right now studying criminal justice management and want to transfer to John Jay. Has anyone transferred from a community college before and can share how they managed their credits?

It's great that you're considering transferring to John Jay College - it has a strong criminal justice program. As someone familiar with the college admission process, here's a bit of guidance.

First off, you'll want to familiarize yourself with the details of the transfer policies at John Jay College. Keep copies of all your syllabi from community college, as well as any documentation about the classes you took such as course descriptions, since these will help John Jay evaluate your credits.

Also, a common strategy to ensure maximum credit transfer is to complete an associate's degree at your community college before transferring. Many colleges have articulation agreements with local two-year colleges, which assure that specific or an entire collection of credits earned at the two-year institution will count toward specific or program requirements at the receiving institution.

John Jay, for example, has established agreements with several community colleges that guarantee admission into John Jay and enable maximum transfer credit for students who complete specific associate degrees.

If you've already started your community college, connect with the counseling or academic advising office at your current school. They can often help you navigate the transfer process, guide you on which courses to take for maximal transferability, and answer any specific questions related to the credit transfer process.

Lastly, I'd suggest reaching out to the admissions office at John Jay. They should be able to provide specific and up-to-date information tailored to your situation.

Remember, transfer policies can vary across institutions, and some may have credit limit rules or grade minimums for transferred courses. However, generally, regionally accredited college courses with a grade of C or higher have a good chance of being accepted as transfer credits.

Good luck on your journey!