How does Rutgers handle transfer credits from a community college?

I'm about to finish my first year at a community college and am looking into transferring to Rutgers. I'm a bit stressed about how my credits will transfer. Does anyone have experience with this process and offer any advice?

Transferring from community college to Rutgers is certainly possible and many students have successfully made this switch. The transfer of credits can sometimes be a bit complex, depending on the specific courses you've completed, but Rutgers generally aims to be quite accommodating to transfer students, recognizing the value of the work they've already performed.

Rutgers will approach the transfer of community college credits on a course-by-course basis. They evaluate each class you've completed and then determine if it matches any of their course offerings. Also, Rutgers tends to accept general education courses more readily, while major-specific or specialized courses may require more scrutiny.

Certain classes or types of credit may not be accepted if they do not closely align with Rutgers’ curriculum or standards. For instance, remedial classes, high school-level courses, or vocational courses may not transfer.

You can use Rutgers's NJTransfer website or its Transfer Course Equivalency Tool to help understand how your specific community college credits will transfer over. The NJTransfer website allows students from any New Jersey community college to see how their credits will transfer to all New Jersey four-year institutions, including Rutgers. Both of these resources should give you a clearer picture, and I recommend reaching out to the Registrar's Office at Rutgers for any specific questions you may have.

Remember, a successful transfer process also takes into consideration how these credits align with your intended major at Rutgers. Consult with an advisor at your community college and at Rutgers to ensure that your course selections will meet the requirements for your intended degree program.

Lastly, you'll need a C grade or better for a course to be considered for transfer. Pass/Fail courses or courses where a grade is less than a C typically do not transfer.

Hope this clarifies the process and alleviates some of your stress. Remember, every transfer situation is unique, so always consult with advisors and administrative offices to confirm the specifics of your situation.