Transfer Agreements

Transfer Agreements

Transfer agreements are formal agreements between higher education institutions, frequently between two- and four-year institutions, establishing the seamless transfer of courses and credits. The Division of Graduate & Professional Studies maintains agreements with other accredited institutions allowing for the acceptance of previously earned credits.

This accredited online degree program is designed to support working professionals to advance their career by allowing them to build upon the credits earned at their community college. The program ensures that working professionals develop the knowledge and skills needed to progress toward their career goals.

3 Plus 1 Transfer Agreement: Students who complete their associate's degree will continue taking courses at their local community college (the third year). They will concurrently complete the requirements for their bachelor's degree program online with Saint Joseph's College. Only 33 credits (11 courses) are required to be taken online from Saint Joseph's and the rest may be transferred in from the community college as per the degree plan.

2 Plus 2 Transfer Agreement: Students complete their associate’s degree at their local community college and then transfer to Saint Joseph's College to complete their bachelor’s degree. Students will complete a minimum of 33 certified credits as specified in the specific program degree plan.

Benefits

• Seamless transfer of credits
• Minimized tuition costs and financial aid available for qualified students
• Convenience of online classes (no on-campus requirements)

Conditions

To qualify, students must

1. Apply to Saint Joseph's College of Maine and submit official transcripts
2. Follow the course requirements as outlined in the degree plan
3. Earn a grade of at least a "C" in all transferable courses
4. Complete a minimum of 33 credits through Saint Joseph's College

A generous college credit transfer policy makes it a great choice for the busy working professional who has accumulated college credits in years past and wishes to apply them toward completing their bachelor's degree.  Contact our admissions team to discuss how your transfer credits may apply toward your degree, or visit the institutions below with whom we have partnered.