Transfer Agreements at Tompkins Cortland Community College?

I'm looking into Tompkins Cortland Community College and want to know about their transfer agreements with other institutions. Does anyone have experience with this, or know where I can find a list of their partner schools?

Sure! Tompkins Cortland Community College, like many community colleges, has set up articulation agreements, sometimes known as transfer agreements, with other institutions. These agreements can help you ensure a smooth transition from TC3 to a four-year institution once you have completed your associate degree.

Normally, transfer agreements boil down to two types of articulations: course equivalency agreements, which specify how individual courses will transfer between institutions, and program-to-program agreements, where finishing a certain program of study at one institution guarantees admission into a particular program at another.

The specific partner institutions and transfer agreements of Tompkins Cortland Community College are generally listed on the college's website. So, your best bet would be to check there directly. Alternatively, if you're already a part of the community, their academic advising center would be able to provide a detailed overview of the available transfer agreements and help you plan your transfer accordingly. They can also guide you with course selection to ensure that you meet the specific requirements of the desired four-year institution.

Also, it's helpful to reach out to the admissions office or targeted department of the four-year institutions you're considering, for more information about their transfer policies. They can give you accurate information about credit transfers, admission requirements, deadlines and potentially, scholarship opportunities.

Remember, even if an agreement with your desired four-year institution isn’t in place, that doesn't necessarily mean you can't or shouldn't transfer there. It might just require more careful planning and direct communication with that institution to facilitate the transfer process. In such cases, ensuring your general education courses align with those required at your intended transfer school can be beneficial.