OCC credit transfer equivalency concerns?

I'm a student at Oakland Community College and planning to transfer soon. I'm worried about credit transfer equivalency issues. How do I make sure my credits will count toward my major at a new school? Any advice or resources I should use?

At Oakland Community College (OCC), it's really important that you understand which of your courses will transfer to your next institution, especially as they relate to your planned major.

To start, I'd recommend meeting with a transfer advisor at OCC. They can help you understand the transfer process and guide you on which courses are likely to be transferable. Be open with your advisor about your intended major at your new school and ask them any questions you have. The guidance and support from an advisor could be invaluable in this process.

Next, you've got to do a bit of research on your own. Visit the website of the college you plan to transfer to. Usually, institutions will have a section dedicated to transfer students on their site. Look for a course equivalency guide or a transfer credit guide. This can give you a pretty good idea of how your credits will transfer.

Also, consider checking out transferology.com. This platform allows you to input your current school and potential transfer schools to see how your credits may transfer to different institutions.

Just remember that ultimate approval of transferred credits is determined by the receiving institution. Therefore, directly reach out to the new institution's admission office or transfer center. See if you can send them your transcript ahead of time so they can give you a definite answer on what will transfer and count toward your major.

Remember, the earlier you can start this process, the better! It won't just help you confirm credit transfers, but also plan your time at OCC so you can prioritize taking classes that will benefit your future studies at your new school.