Transfer Credit Policies and Procedures
The acceptance of transfer credits between institutions lies within the discretion of the receiving institution. Credits earned at one institution may or may not be accepted by another institution based upon its programs, policies, and/or comparability of the nature, content, quality, and level of transfer credit. CalSouthern endeavors to accept as many transfer credits as appropriate to advance the applicant toward a degree. The appropriateness and applicability of the credit earned to programs offered at CalSouthern are important in the evaluation process. This information may be obtained from catalogs, course syllabi, other materials, and from direct contact between knowledgeable, experienced faculty mentors and staff at both CalSouthern and the sending institutions, where necessary.
The Vice Provost, or designated representative, the Transcript Evaluator, in collaboration with Deans of specific schools, make the determination of the transferability of units for all degree levels. Upon completion of the evaluation process, the credits accepted in transfer are totaled. Based on the total number of credits accepted in transfer, a Degree Plan is prepared, and an email notice of acceptance is transmitted to the applicant online.
Please note that licensure-bound programs require official syllabi for any course being considered for transfer credits. Only those courses which are determined to be substantially equivalent to those required at CalSouthern to earn board approved degrees will be accepted in transfer.