How do transfer credits work at San Bernardino Valley College?

I'm currently at San Bernardino Valley College and planning to transfer soon. I'm a bit confused about how transfer credits work and what I need to ensure they are accepted by my future school.

When considering transferring credits from San Bernardino Valley College to another institution, there are a few key things you need to keep in mind.

First, every college or university has its own rules and policies about transferring credits. For this reason, it's a good idea to reach out to the registrar or admissions office of the institution you're considering transferring to. They can provide more specific information about their transfer policies.

You'll want to make sure that the courses you've taken at San Bernardino Valley College are equivalent to courses at your future school. Usually, this is determined by comparing the course content, prerequisites, and credits of the course you took with a similar course at a future institution.

Another important factor is the grade you received in the course. Many institutions require a certain grade (often a C or higher) for a course to be eligible for transfer.

Further, not every course might be transferrable. Generally, vocational or remedial courses don't transfer. Also, if you've taken a course pass/fail, the transfer school may not accept it because they can't determine the quality of your learning.

It's also important to remember that even if your credits do transfer, they may not count toward specific requirements at your new school. For example, a math course might count as an elective credit, but not satisfy a core math requirement.

If you intend to transfer to another California school, you might want to look into articulation agreements, which are formal agreements between schools that dictate how credits will transfer. For California community college students, "assist.org" is a resource that offers detailed information about how specific courses will transfer to other California colleges and universities.

Taking all of these factors into account can help you to prepare for a smooth credit transfer process.