I've got some credits from a nationally accredited school and I'm considering transferring to an online college. Are there any specific online colleges known for accepting nationally accredited credits?
Sure, there are some online colleges that may accept nationally-accredited credits, though this will largely depend on the school's policy. Schools don't usually make a distinction between online and on-campus students when assessing transfer credits, so the same policies typically apply to both.
Walden University, Northcentral University, and Capella University are examples of online institutions that are known to consider nationally-accredited transfer credits. Western Governors University and Southern New Hampshire University are also known for being flexible in their transfer policy.
However, keep in mind that there's no guarantee your credits will be accepted. Many regionally accredited schools will only accept credits from other regionally accredited institutions.
The best course of action is to communicate directly with the admissions office of the schools you're interested in. They'll be able to tell you whether your credits can be transferred and what the process entails.
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