Transferring from Lansing Community College: Transcript process?

As a student at Lansing Community College planning to transfer to another institution, how does the transcript transfer work? What steps should I take to ensure my transcripts are properly evaluated?

In general, when you're planning to transfer from a community college like Lansing Community College to a four-year institution, the process of transferring your transcripts usually looks something like this:

1. New School Course Evaluations: Check with the institution you're transferring to about how they will evaluate your transfer credits. Each school can have its system for figuring out which of your completed courses will meet their requirements.

2. Requesting Transcripts from LCC: Next, you'll need to officially request your transcripts from Lansing Community College. This often involves filling out a form—either online or on paper—and there may be a small fee associated with each transcript request. Be sure to request a copy to be sent to your future school and possibly another for your records.

3. Unofficial Transcript for Your Review: While you're doing this, it can be a good idea to get an unofficial transcript for yourself as well. This gives you a chance to review all the courses you've taken, as well as verify that all your grades are correct. If you notice any discrepancies, speak to the registrar's office at LCC as soon as possible.

4. Receiving Institution Transcript Review: Once your future school receives your transcripts, they'll review them to determine how many of your credits will transfer over, and which specific requirements they'll satisfy at your new school. This process may take a few weeks, so be sure to submit them as soon as you can.

5. Discuss Transfer Credit Outcome with Advisor: Afterwards, you'll likely receive a letter or an email detailing the results of the transfer evaluation. At this point, you should set up an appointment with an academic advisor at your new school to discuss the results of the evaluation and plan your future coursework. Keep in mind that there might be a chance not all of your credits will transfer over, but your advisor can help you navigate what this means for your academic path moving forward.

Remember, it's always a good idea to initiate this process well before your enrollment date at the new institution to allow sufficient time for review and any possible adjustments. Good luck with your transfer process!