How will my courses transfer to Samford?
Credit equivalencies displayed in these tables are unofficial evaluations and are provided as a convenience for prospective students. Many factors are considered when determining appropriate course equivalents. Equivalencies displayed are not to be considered a guarantee of transfer credit awards.
Course equivalencies will be officially evaluated when you are admitted and Samford receives an official transcript from the transferring institution.
Course equivalencies may change at any time without notice.
Transfer Credit FAQ
Course equivalencies are always under development and review. If you have taken a course for which Samford University has no equivalent course defined, Samford will evaluate the course(s) when we receive your official transcript, and you have been admitted to the university.
Samford University follows a semester calendar. Quarter credits from other U.S. institutions are usually converted to semester credits by multiplying the number of quarter credits by 2/3. For example, 30 quarter credits equal 20 semester credits.
Course equivalencies are awarded based on the credit hour value assigned by the originating institution. Individual transfer courses may satisfy a major, minor, or concentration requirement if they meet 75% of the required credits for the course. Transfer courses that do not meet the 75% rule may still apply, but additional credits may be required to satisfy the requirement.
Freshman status students are required to take the University Core Curriculum at Samford. Courses with equivalents beginning with "UC" will be awarded alternative credit typically in the form of elective credit with the exception of UCW 101.
Transient students should consult their advisor and complete a Transient Enrollment form to guarantee transfer of credit.
Visit Samford's Transfers Page for more information.
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