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Transfer Credit and Credit for Prior Learning

Credit for What You Know

Save time and money by applying what you have already learned toward your degree.

MC offers all students the opportunity to apply credit taken outside MC towards graduation from MC. You may transfer prior credits from other institutions, take exams, and/or get credit for life experiences, including military service or industry credentials.

If you are applying as a non-degree seeking student, you do not need to submit your official transcripts. If you need a prerequisite override, please contact the department chair. More information is available on our FAQ page.

Here are the steps (PDF, Get Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader - Link opens in new window) to follow to get your prior coursework evaluated if you are seeking a degree from MC, and what to expect next:

  • Apply for admission, be sure you have declared a major, and claim your MyMC account.
  • Request that your institution send us an official transcript. Official transcripts can be sent through an electronic transcript service or by mail to the address in the Contact Us section. The evaluation process may take up to 4-6 weeks upon receipt of your transcript, so please plan accordingly.
  • Check your MC e-mail for a notification of your transcript evaluation status within the posted turn-around time.
  • Log onto your MyMC account to view the accepted credits, and schedule a counseling appointment through Starfish, also available in MyMC.
  • Register for classes through MyMC after meeting with a counselor.
Transfer Credit from US Colleges and Universities

You may apply coursework taken at other U.S. colleges and universities toward your degree program at MC – learn how.

Transfer Credit from Non-US Colleges and Universities

Learn about how MC accepts credits taken at colleges and universities outside the US.

Exam Options

MC may award credit for AP, IB, CLEP, DSST, Cambridge A/AS Level Exams, and via MC Credit by Examination.

Military Service

MC awards credit for military courses and occupations completed by Active-Duty Service members and Veterans, and posted on the JST or CCAF transcript.

High School – Career and Technology Education (CTE)

Students can earn MC college credit by successfully completing identified courses associated with select programs of study offered by MCPS.

Apprenticeship/Licensing/Certification/Work Experience

Earn credit for work experience and training though one of our approved credential programs or through ACE recommended credit.

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