How Do You Transfer Academic Credit To A New School?
Changing schools midstream, or returning to school after a hiatus, requires you to navigate the sometimes tricky system of transferring academic credits you’ve earned elsewhere to your new school. It’s not easy, but here are some guidelines that can help. Plan ahead. There are many detours along the road to credit transfer, so start your investigation at least two semesters ahead. Call the College Board at (212) 713-8000 and request a copy of The College Board Transfer Student Workbook. This comprehensive guide lays out a step-by-step approach to getting the credit you deserve. Contact the admissions office of your new school for answers to questions such as the maximum number of credits the school grants transferring students, the minimum number of classes you must take at the new school (often called a residency requirement), the minimum grade accepted for a transfer course, and whether you’ll qualify to transfer as a sophomore, junior or senior. Time your transfer. Although most col
