SBU will evaluate each course individually to determine if it meets their requirements for transfer credit. Factors affecting transferability include:
* Course content: The course must cover similar material to a course offered at SBU.
* Grade received: SBU may have minimum grade requirements for transfer credits.
* NCC's accreditation: SBU will only accept credits from regionally accredited institutions, and NCC is regionally accredited, but this doesn't guarantee all credits transfer.
* SBU's program requirements: The credits must fit within the student's chosen major or program at SBU. Some majors have stricter requirements than others.
* Course type: Some courses, like remedial or developmental courses, may not transfer.
To know for certain which NCC credits will transfer, a student MUST:
1. Consult the Stony Brook University transfer credit website: This is the most reliable source. Look for a section on transfer credit policies and potentially a searchable database of courses.
2. Contact SBU's transfer credit office: They can provide personalized guidance and advise on which courses are likely to transfer based on the student's transcript and intended major.
Don't assume any credits will transfer; proactive research and communication with SBU are essential.