How do transfer credits work for Manhattan Area Technical College?

I'm looking into transferring from Manhattan Area Technical College and am curious about how the transfer credits might work. Does anyone know how easy it is to transfer credits from here to a four-year college?

When considering transferring from a technical college like Manhattan Area Technical College (MATC) to a four-year institution, there are several factors to take into account regarding the transfer of credits.

Generally, the process involves you or the four-year college requesting your official transcript from MATC. The receiving institution will then evaluate this against their course offerings to determine whether credits for any of the courses you've completed at MATC can be applied to their degree program.

However, there are some important considerations:

1. Transferable Courses: Not all courses are made equal and not all will be accepted by the new college. Typically, general education courses and ones that are common across most degree programs such as history, sciences, English, or mathematics often transfer without much trouble.

2. Course Equivalency: The receiving institution decides how your courses align with theirs. If the course content closely aligns with a course they offer, they are likely to grant you credit for that course.

3. Grades: The grade you received in a particular course also matters. Many colleges only accept transfer credits for courses in which you earned a 'C' grade or higher.

One key piece of advice is to reach out to the admissions department of the four-year college you're interested in, as they should be able to provide you with more specific information. Furthermore, check if there are articulation agreements in place between MATC and four-year colleges, as these can make the transfer process smoother.

Lastly, talking to academic advisors both at MATC and potential four-year colleges can provide a better idea of how your credits would transfer. They can provide you with an unofficial evaluation of how your courses may transfer before you apply. But remember, the only official determination is made once you're accepted.