Can courses from other schools transfer to UMass as Gen Ed courses?
Yes, courses from other schools can transfer to UMass as Gen Ed courses as long as the courses are approved by the Office of Transfer Affairs (part of Admissions). For new incoming students, transfer credit is generally awarded if the coursework is comparable in content and scope to courses offered by the University, and a grade of C- (1.7) or higher is earned in the course. Specific letter grades earned outside the University do not transfer. After acceptance to UMass Amherst, students receive a preliminary transfer credit evaluation, and if courses satisfy a Gen Ed requirement they will be so indicated. A more detailed course evaluation will take place during orientation.
