Transferring credits from Howard Community College: how does it work?

I'm currently taking classes at Howard Community College and want to make sure my credits will transfer to a four-year university. Does anyone have experience with this process and any advice on making sure everything transfers correctly?

Sure! Each four-year university has its own policies regarding what credits they will accept from a community college like Howard. Here are a few steps to ensure you get the maximum number of credits transferred:

1. Investigate Transfer Agreements: Starting off, you will want to investigate if Howard has established articulation agreements with any four-year universities. These agreements lay out what specific Howard classes equate to at the four-year university.

2. Course Syllabi: Keep the syllabus for each course you take. If there are questions about the content of a course, having the syllabus will help clarify what you've learned.

3. Reach Out: Contact the admissions office of the four-year universities you're interested in transferring to. They can guide you in understanding which of your current academic credits will transfer over and which ones won't.

4. Accreditation: Ensure that Howard Community College and the courses you are taking are regionally accredited. Four-year universities are more likely to accept credits from regionally accredited institutions.

5. Grades Matter: Typically, colleges require that you earn a C or higher in a course for it to be eligible for transfer. However, policies might vary across different schools.

Remember, meeting with a guidance counselor at Howard Community College will be helpful as well. They can assist you in planning your courses to make sure that you're taking classes that are more likely to transfer to your intended four-year schools. They can also guide you through the transfer process, which can sometimes feel overwhelming.