Transferring from a Community College to A University?

Question

I'd prefer if no one ragged on me please.

I'm not exactly the greatest student in the universe. I dropped out of High School and got my GED. I never really got that great of grades in school either. I'm just saying all the details before I explain my question.

Ok. What I want to do is just go to some Community College and then transfer over to a University. Is this possible?

I specifically want to go to a Community College in America, then go to a University in England.

Like I said. I didn't exactly get the greatest grades. So is it possible for me to be able to go to a University after community college if I do really good in the community college first?

Answer 1

The short answer is yes.

As people have previously stated, it is preferable to go through for two years and get the Associate's Degree. That way, you can be sure that the credits will be usable when you transfer overseas.

In researching the school that you want to go to, ensure that you can meet the testing requirements, which are understandably different from going to college here. You'll be all set to transfer over from there, and you will do just fine if you commit yourself to excelling in community college.

Take advantage of all the resources that they have to improve performance- prep courses, college success classes, tutoring, testing services...it should all help you to succeed in England.

Best of luck!

Answer 2

Community colleges are great places for a fresh start, and getting your grades up.

Transferring from a community college to a university is VERY common. I'd start with the University you want to end up at, and ask what community colleges they already have arrangements/agreements with.

Going from a community college in the US to a University in England is going to be more interesting. I doubt there are going to be many agreements already in place, so you might need to make some of your own.

I'd start with your local community college, and ask if they have an office of study abroad or international affairs (often this will be for people from other countries coming to study in the US, but still they will have good ideas where to do next). If they don't have one, ask what community college in the state does. If none do, get in touch with your nearby state-supported university, and they will have a study abroad office, and would have someone who could help you get started.

Answer 3

To transfer out the easiest and best way to do it is to complete all two years and get your Associate Degree. Then you don't have to worry about them needed your high school transcripts or if any credits won't transfer.