Understanding Mesabi Range College's transfer curriculum options

I'm looking into Mesabi Range College and its transfer curriculum. How customizable is it, and does it support transfers to universities outside of Minnesota? Would love to hear from anyone who's been through this.

I'm familiar with Mesabi Range College and its transfer curriculum options. The Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC), which Mesabi Range College follows, is a collaborative effort between all two-year and four-year public colleges and universities in Minnesota to help students transfer their coursework in general education between institutions. What's great about this curriculum is that its purpose is to allow students to complete their general education requirements with a broad range of course choices.

As an accepted student, you can work closely with your academic advisor to select the appropriate courses given your academic objectives and intended major. So, it is quite customizable to your needs, and you can plan coursework that aligns with your long-term goals.

In terms of transferring outside of Minnesota, that is entirely possible. However, how your credits will transfer out of state can vary. Every institution has its transfer policies, and while the MnTC is recognized within Minnesota, it's not universally recognized by out-of-state institutions.

For example, while one college might accept all of your credits, another might only accept certain credits, and yet another might require additional coursework. It's highly advisable to communicate with the admissions office of the college or university you're interested in transferring to understand their specific transfer rules and requirements.

Keep in mind that it’s a good plan to keep your syllabi from completed courses, as they can help the new institution determine if a course you took at Mesabi meets a certain requirement at their institution.

Overall, your transfer process will likely involve some additional steps if you plan on attending an out-of-state institution compared to in-state, but your advisors at Mesabi Range College can certainly assist you in navigating through this process.