How does Rollins College handle transfer credits from other institutions? I want to ensure I maximize the number of credits that will transfer when I move to Rollins.
Rollins College has a detailed policy in place for dealing with transfer credits. To maximize the amount of credit that will transfer, understanding this policy will be crucial.
Most importantly, Rollins only accepts credits when the courses were completed at an institution accredited by its regional accrediting body. For instance, if you earned credits at a college with national accreditation but not regional accreditation, those credits may not transfer.
In addition to the regional accreditation requirement, Rollins typically only grants credit for college-level courses where you received a grade of "C-" or better. Remember, though, that while these credits can count towards the total credits needed to graduate, the grades do not transfer, so they won't affect your GPA at Rollins.
For the courses to count towards your degree requirements, they'll need to be in line with Rollins' curriculum. Classes that aren't comparable to offerings at Rollins may transfer as elective credit, but won't necessarily satisfy core or major requirements.
Bear in mind that there may be also limits on how many credits can be transferred in. Maximum credit limit for incoming transfers is typically set at 70 credit hours.
While those are general rules, every student's situation is unique, it's best to contact the Office of the Registrar at Rollins for more personalized advice. They'll be able to review your transcript and provide the most accurate advice for your specific situation.
Additionally, when you're in the process of transitioning, you can utilize tools such as Transferology, a nationwide network that gives detailed information about how courses will transfer between institutions. This could be a helpful guide to understand which of your existing credits may transfer over to Rollins College.
Remember, planning ahead and working with the Registrar's office will be the best way to ensure your credits align with Rollins' requirements and maximize your transferred credits.
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