How does a transfer student reap the benefits of the previous coursework that transfers to The University of Akron?
During Transfer Transition, transfer students will meet with an academic adviser to learn how the credits can be used toward his/her intended degree. Transferred credits fit into three general categories: courses that are equivalent to General Education requirements, courses that apply to a specific degree program, and electives. To get the most out of his/her transcript evaluation, the transfer student should work with his/her adviser to review what has transferred to UA and to ascertain how the transferred coursework fits into his/her specific degree plan. If a transfer student applies early and has completed all coursework at his/her prior institution, he/she will receive a Degree Audit (an evaluation of the final transcript as it applies to the General Education requirements at UA). A copy of the Degree Audit will also be in the student’s file at the time he/she meets his/her adviser during Transfer Student Orientation. When the Office of Admissions receives an official, final tran
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