Accepted Transfer Credits
Marian University Lets You Transfer up to 90 Credits
Our transfer-friendly policy is built to support you as you continue your higher education adventure. Whether you have credits from another accredited institution, several years of relevant work experience, or are a military veteran, we can help you turn that experience into success. If you have a GPA of at least 2.0, Marian University will evaluate your credit and allow you to transfer up to 90 credits.
How Marian University Awards Transfer Credit
The Office of the Registrar evaluates, verifies, and will award transfer credit based on: faculty evaluation of the quality, comparability, and appropriateness of the learning experience at other colleges and universities, existing articulation agreements, and other formal arrangements with higher learning institutions or agencies.
Marian University Values Your Academic Achievements and Real-World Experience
Maximize your transfer credits so you can complete your degree sooner, saving you time and money. Some programs have an expiration date on their allowable transfer credits. Students who have earned credit for courses completed at colleges and universities that are not accredited by a regional accrediting organization recognized by CHEA may petition the Office of the Registrar to conduct a transfer evaluation of those credits according to Marian University policy. Marian University will evaluate and accept transfer credits from these three sources.
Note: Each program has its own allowable transfer credit policy, and transferred courses are not included in the Marian University GPA calculation.
Undergraduate Course Credit Transfer
Marian University generally accepts course credits earned at regionally accrediting organizations recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or nationally accredited institutions or candidates for accreditation if the undergraduate grades are C- or above.
Courses are evaluated based on equivalent course offerings at Marian University and, if accepted, may be counted toward meeting graduation and degree requirements. College deans, department chairs, program directors, or faculty, shall determine those courses that meet major requirements.
Credit by College-Level Credits Earned in High School
Earn college credit for advanced high school courses—see the test scores required.
Advanced Placement Courses (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST), and International Baccalaureate (IB).
College credit is also available through post-secondary courses taken at Marian through the Early College Credit Program (ECCP) or or at a partner high school through University Collaboration Credits (UCC), also known as Dual Credit.
Credit for Prior Learning or Work Experience
Marian University recognizes you may come to college with your own unique learning experiences. We accept transfer credits from regionally and nationally accredited institutions, with proper documentation. We also grant credit for prior learning from professional workshops and training programs in business, government, or the military. We can help you turn your experience into success!
Evaluations are conducted by Marian University faculty with expertise in the relevant academic areas.
Transfer and Articulation Agreements
At Marian University, we know every credit you’ve earned represents hard work—and it should count. That’s why our transfer partnerships are designed to make it easier for you to bring your credits with you and apply them toward your degree. While you’ll still need to meet certain program and graduation requirements, these transfer agreements will help you meet Marian’s general education requirements.
University of Wisconsin System Schools
Students who receive an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science from any of the University of Wisconsin System Schools will have completed all Marian University General Education requirements. Students must meet all other specified proficiency, school, or program requirements. Students are responsible for meeting all residency and general baccalaureate degree requirements.
Wisconsin Technical College System
Students who receive an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science from any of the Wisconsin Technical College System institutions will have fulfilled all their Marian University General Education requirements. Students must meet all specified proficiency, department, or program requirements. Students are responsible for meeting all residency and general baccalaureate degree requirements.
For students who did not complete an associate degree, the Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (WAICU) Course Credit Transfer Agreement (CCTA) with Wisconsin’s Technical Colleges (WTCS) states that the fourteen courses in the agreement will satisfy general education or general degree requirements when applicable. Students are responsible for confirming that these courses transfer to their intended major by working with their academic advisor.
Students with a Previously Earned Bachelor's Degree
Students who have received a bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution requiring at least 30 general education credits will have completed all Marian University General Education requirements. Students must meet all specified proficiency, department, or program requirements. Students are responsible for meeting all residency and general baccalaureate degree requirements.
Ready to Learn More?
Your Transfer Specialist can help answer any questions about completing your degree with Marian University.
