What is the process for transferring into community college?

Considering moving from my current school to a local community college. What's the transfer process like? I'm curious if previous coursework from a high school might help or if it all starts fresh.

The transfer process to a community college can vary a bit based on the specific institution, but generally, there are a few steps you need to follow.

First, ensure that you're eligible to apply as a transfer student. Some community colleges stipulate that you must have graduated from high school or gotten your GED and have earned a certain number of college credit hours to qualify for transfer.

Second, as a prospective transfer student, you'll need to fill out an application for admission to the community college. This application will request your basic information such as your name, address, and educational history.

One crucial aspect of your transfer process could be the evaluation of your transcripts. You'll need to send all of your high school and college transcripts to the community college for evaluation. The community college will then evaluate your transcripts to see how many of your previously earned credit hours are transferrable to their institution.

You should know that not all credits might be transferable. Factors like the similarity between courses at your old school and those at the prospective community college, the grades you received, and the accreditation status of your previous college can impact how many credits transfer.

In terms of your high school coursework, it could aid you in meeting certain prerequisites for classes but it usually wouldn't count towards college credit. Typically, things start fresh so to speak in college - the focus is on the classes and credits you've completed at the collegiate level.

Lastly, I'd strongly recommend reaching out to an admissions counselor at the community college you're considering. They can provide detailed information about the process and guide you based on your specific circumstances.