Transferring Credits from Miami Dade College to CUNY

I'm currently at Miami Dade College and considering transferring to a CUNY school. How does the credit transfer process work? Do they accept most credits, or should I be prepared for some to not count?

The credit transfer process from Miami Dade College to a CUNY (City University of New York) school generally starts with you applying to your chosen CUNY school as a transfer student. Once you're accepted, your transcripts are reviewed individually by the admissions office. Remember, you'll need to provide official transcripts from all colleges or universities you've attended.

Typically, CUNY schools do accept most credits earned at regionally accredited institutions like Miami Dade College. It's especially likely they'll accept general education credits and credits for introductory courses in your major. However, exact credit transfer can vary between individual CUNY schools and specific programs of study.

Additionally, the specific courses, your grades in these courses, and how they align with the degree requirements at your new CUNY school can also impact how many credits the CUNY school will accept. For instance, a grade of C or better is often required for a course to be eligible for transfer.

In preparation, you can also check out online course equivalency databases or transfer evaluation systems that some colleges offer, to give you an estimate of how credits could potentially transfer. These can help you have a rough idea of which credits may be accepted. Remember, these tools are usually not definitive, and the final decision will be made by the admissions office at the CUNY school.

Once the review is complete, you'll receive an official document or online report showcasing how many of your credits were transferred and how they've been applied to your degree plan at the new school. If you're uncertain about any part of this process, reach out to the transfer admissions counselor at the CUNY school you're considering; they can assist and offer specifics based on your situation.