I'm planning to transfer my credits from a community college to City College of New York. Anyone familiar with how CCNY handles credit transfers and any tips on making the process easier?
Each college has a unique process for transfer credit evaluation, but generally, credits from regionally accredited colleges are more likely to transfer. City College of New York (CCNY), like many other colleges, has an online tool called DegreeWorks. It's a degree audit software built to assist you in viewing how courses from another college could apply towards a degree at CCNY.
The process of transferring credits usually starts with an official transcript evaluation, which is conducted by CCNY’s Office of Admissions after you've been admitted. For this evaluation, you'll need to provide an official transcript from your community college. It's important to note that only courses with a grade of C or better are considered for credit transfer.
Keep in mind that there's usually a maximum number of credits that can be transferred. In the case of CCNY, up to 90 credits can be transferred from a community college. Make sure to consult with an academic advisor or the transfer office at both institutions to help you navigate the process.
In preparation for the transfer, I recommend keeping track of syllabi, assignment descriptions, and any other course materials from your community college. These can be helpful if there are any questions about the equivalency of a course. Additionally, be mindful of deadlines related to transfer application and submission of transcripts.
Lastly, once your credits have been evaluated and transferred, thoroughly review your new degree audit to understand how your transferred credits have been applied towards your new degree program at CCNY. If you notice any discrepancies or have questions, reach out to the CCNY transfer office or your assigned academic advisor. The goal is to ensure your credits are being accurately counted towards your degree completion.
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