I’m planning to transfer from a community college to Boston University. How does BU evaluate transfer credits from other colleges, and are there any specific requirements I should be aware of during the process?
Transferring from a community college to a large university like Boston University is a significant step, and it's great that you're asking ahead about the transfer of credits.
Boston University does consider transfer credits from accredited post-secondary institutions. The university typically accepts courses in which you've earned a grade of C or better, as long as the content is similar to courses that are offered within BU's curriculum.
However, it's worth noting that only the credits transfer, not the grades. Therefore, your GPA at BU would be determined solely by the courses you take there. Please be aware that university policy limits the total number of transferable credits to 64 semester credits.
Additionally, course evaluations are made by the academic departments, and BU's individual schools and colleges decide which requirements the transferred courses will fulfill.
It's advisable to maintain a close relationship with your academic advisor throughout this process, as they can provide valuable assistance. You should also consult the BU Transfer Credit Policy page on the official website and the Transfer Equivalency Database to see how previous courses from your current institution have been transferred.
Remember to submit your course description or syllabus for each course you wish to receive credit for during the transcript evaluation process. This is an essential step in the review process for transfer credit at BU.
Good luck with your transfer process!
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