Transfer Credit Equivalencies
Will my credits transfer?
The answer is individual to each person, but here is some general guidance:
- Completed academic courses that are similar to ones found at Calvin are generally accepted.
- Courses completed with a minimum ‘C’ grade will be evaluated. (Some programs, such as nursing, have higher academic standards to be meet program-specific requirements.)
- An unlimited number of credits can transfer from an accredited four-year institution. (However, there are specific credit requirements that must be considered for their requirements.)
- Up to 70 credits can transfer from an accredited two-year institution.
Start with a transfer credit evaluation
Transferring is a very detailed process, and we're here to help!
To help the process move along:
- Send your final transcripts as soon as possible.
- Send any AP scores you have.
- Review the in our course catalog. Compare these pages with the preliminary transfer evaluation from your admissions packet to see how your courses match up with Calvin’s core.
Transfer resources
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- If your school or your courses are not in the list, we may still accept credit. Request a for better results.
- Equivalencies listed in this database do not require additional approval.
- Coursework that applies to Calvin’s major or minor requirements must go through a final assessment by their respective departments.
- Understand Calvin's transfer policy before registering for the pre-approved transfer equivalencies.
Calvin’s World Languages I core requirement can be met:
- By finishing the second college semester (Beginner II) of any one language.
- With a high school exemption for having three sequential years in high school ('B' grades or better).
- If you are a multilingual student, the requirement could be waived with confirmation of eligibility. Students can request more information from the Registrar's Office.
If you have some language experience you will take a world language assessment prior to orientation. This will help us best determine your language level.
When your transfer coursework is complete, an official transcript can be mailed to Calvin to:
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Attn: Registrar's Office
3201 Burton St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Or, a secured electronic version can be sent directly from the transferring institution to: registrar@calvin.edu.
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