Transferring to Arizona College of Nursing
If you’ve started your nursing education at another accredited school, you might be able to transfer those credits. Transferring credits can get you on track to complete your program in less time and at a lower cost.
How to Apply for Transfer Credit
You’ll need to request two things from your previous institution(s) to apply for transfer credit:
- An official transcript
- A copy of the course catalog
Keep in mind these materials must be received before transfer credit will be awarded.
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BSN Program Credit Transfer Eligibility
Transfer credit granted based on course and grade earned within completed timeframes. Applicants may request that general education credits earned at another nationally or regionally accredited college be evaluated for transfer to the BSN program.
- The transfer institution must be accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- Transfer credit is granted only for General Education Science and Math courses with a letter grade of “B” or higher. Transfer credit is granted only for all other General Education courses with a letter grade of “C” or higher.
- Non-science related general education courses must have been completed within 10 years of starting classes. Science and mathematics courses must have been completed within five years of starting classes.
Students may submit unofficial transcripts for review by the Transfer Credit Evaluation team at any time prior to the start of classes at Arizona College of Nursing. The initial evaluation allows students to plan their academic journey and estimate when they will begin the core nursing classes. Arizona College of Nursing must receive official college transcripts within six weeks of the first semester a student begins the program. Credits for course work will be issued upon receipt of the official transcript.
- Course descriptions from a former institution’s catalog are analyzed and credit is accepted for those successfully completed courses that closely follow course content and duration of courses. Courses in a student’s major must meet the same general course objectives.
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Military Credits and Education
Active service members and veterans may request credit as documented on their Joint Services Transcript for all allowable courses according to equivalencies determined by the American Council on Education. Individuals who present with relevant military education and experience equal to but not limited to Basic Medical Technician Corpsman (Navy HM or Air Force BMTCP), Army Health Care Specialist (68W Army Medic), or Air Force Independent Duty Medical Technician (IMDT 4N0X1C) are eligible for advanced placement in a prelicensure nursing program. All courses can be challenged; however, individuals must have prior relevant education and experience that meet the specific requirements of each course.
Next Steps: Transfer Credit Approval Process
Once official transcripts are received, transfer credits will be reflected on your institutional transcript.
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