Transfer up to 99 credits at AU
You'll be glad to know that you can now transfer a maximum of 99 semester credits (148.5 quarter credits) to put towards your degree at Ashford®. Most educational institutions only accept 60 credits in transfer, but Ashford University accepts 99 credits in transfer, allowing you to achieve your educational and career goals faster than you ever thought possible.
Your past college work is of great value, and at Ashford, that work is recognized. You can use previous coursework credits or combine coursework with up to 75 non-traditional credits for a maximum total of 99 semester credits that you can transfer to Ashford University. Learn about the different ways you can transfer in credits:
Community CollegeRegionally or Approved Nationally Accredited Coursework
National Testing Programs
Military
Prior Learning Assessment
Community College:
Finish your education and earn your degree online from Ashford University thanks to the innovative 3+1 partnership. Put your community college credits to work at Ashford! You can transfer 90 community college credits to Ashford including AAS credits which means all your past hard work will not be wasted. Your AA degree may automatically fulfill general education requirements at Ashford. Your lower division work may be equivalent to Ashford's upper division so you won't have to repeat courses you have already taken.
The transferability of credits is subject to Ashford University transfer credit policies, and requires the submission of official transcripts. The official transcripts will be evaluated to determine the credits that will officially apply toward an Ashford University degree program.
Articulation Agreements
Ashford University currently has articulation agreements with the following community colleges, listed by state:
Arizona:
- Maricopa CC District
Florida:
Georgia:
Illinois:
Iowa:
Michigan:
Military:
Texas:
Click here to learn more about how to maximize your transferability potential.
Regionally or Approved Nationally Accredited Coursework:
Transfer your credits from regionally or approved nationally accredited institutions to Ashford University. You can transfer up to 99 credits from appropriately accredited institutions. Use these credits to satisfy requirements in your Bachelor's program.
National Testing Programs:
Earn credit for prior knowledge through various national testing programs such as: CLEP, DANTES, Berlitz, etc. You may be eligible for up to 75 credits that Ashford University will accept. Use these credits to satisfy requirements in your Bachelor's program.
Military:
Your military and training experience is of great value and may also help you get closer to a degree. Transfer up to 75 military credits at Ashford University where your efforts and experience in the military are recognized. As a benefit to you, Ashford University will request all college and military transcripts on your behalf. Use these credits to satisfy requirements in your Bachelor's program.
Prior Learning Assessment:
Turn your learning from work and life experience into transferable credits. From formal and informal work training, continuing education programs, workshops, and other sources, earn credit for learning experiences by documenting that learning. You may transfer in up to 75 credits through Ashford University's PLA Center. Use these credits to satisfy requirements in your Bachelor's program. Click on the PLA Documentation Guide for more information.