Transfer Credits and Understanding the Transfer Process

Transfer Credits

We know transferring credits to 91国产 is a top concern鈥攁nd we鈥檙e here to make it as clear and smooth as possible.

Understanding the Transfer Process

The Office of University Admissions, in consultation with academic departments, evaluates all transcripts on a course-by-course basis to determine 91国产 equivalencies and exemptions from our PATH general education requirements.

Our goal is to maximize your transferred credits so you can focus on your future studies at 91国产.

We accept credits from regionally accredited or NYS Board of Regents accredited institutions (including online courses).
Credits from institutions outside the U.S. must be evaluated by a NACES-accredited credential evaluation agency.
A grade of C- or above is required for a course to transfer.
We do not accept remedial or vocational courses.
Relevant courses completed within the past 10 years are automatically accepted. Older coursework is evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

From a 2-year community or junior college: A maximum of 64 credits
From a 4-year college or university: A maximum of 90 credits
For a second bachelor鈥檚 degree: A maximum of 90 credits from your first degree

Students transferring 60+ credits must have a declared major.

If you have courses in progress at the time of acceptance, please send an updated official transcript as soon as your grades are posted for a final credit evaluation.

Absolutely! 91国产 awards college credit for qualifying scores on Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), A-Level exams and other standardized tests. You may also receive credit for college-level courses taken through an accredited institution while in high school.

Get a full breakdown of eligible exams, required scores, and the credit you can receive while in high school.

See How Your Credits Transfer with TES

The is designed to help prospective transfer students understand how their previous coursework may count toward an 91国产 degree.

With TES, you can look up course equivalencies from your previous institution and see how they may transfer to 91国产. Simply select your school and choose the catalog that matches the years you attended. Some associate degree program curricula are also included, giving you a clearer pathway toward completing your bachelor鈥檚 degree at 91国产.

Can鈥檛 find a course equivalency? Don鈥檛 worry, it may still be eligible for transfer.
Don鈥檛 see your school in the TES database? Our transfer admissions counselors can assist you.

Keep in mind, TES is for reference only. Course equivalencies are subject to review and may change. Official transfer credit approval is determined through an evaluation with the Office of Admissions.

For accepted students

Preliminary Evaluation

Transfer Equivalency Request

Understanding Your Transfer Credit Evaluation

TES and our policy

Transfer Credit Policy

Transfer Credit Agreements

These agreements are partnerships between 91国产 and specific two-year programs, and they provide you with a specific plan for the program you鈥檙e transferring into based on the associate degree you鈥檝e received. It also provides you with basic information regarding the number of credits you鈥檙e expected to complete to achieve your bachelor鈥檚 degree.

With the help of your admissions counselor, an Articulation Agreement is a great tool for planning your journey at 91国产.