Transfer Students
In order to ensure that students are able to receive the maximum credit for prior learning experiences, Savannah Technical College commits to evaluate prior learning and award course credit based upon previous experience, formal or informal, resulting in advanced standing within a diploma/degree program of study.
High School Articulation
Within two years of high school graduation, students who have completed high school courses that have been articulated with the College may receive college credit upon successful completion of competency validation examinations.
Military Training Credit
Whenever applicable, Savannah Technical College may award credit for education and training completed in the Armed Forces. Military training must be certified through the American Council on Education’s Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services, the official catalog of the Community College of the Air Force, or another approved source. Credit is awarded based on an individual evaluation when military education and training closely correspond to the content and required competencies of courses in the Savannah Technical College curriculum. For additional information, please contact the Registrar.
Residence Requirements for Degree/Diploma
Students must complete a minimum of 25% of the course work contained in a program of study in order to receive the award from Savannah Technical College
Standardized Exam Credit
Credit may be awarded for nationally normed exams such as CLEP, International Baccalaureate, and Advanced Placement Exams.
Transfer Credit
Traditional – Course credit may be awarded for courses completed with a “C” or better from a college, university, or other postsecondary institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Full credit will be awarded for courses, subject to the assuring that accreditation requirements are met.
Transient Students
Looking to take courses at another institution while enrolled at STC? View Transient Student Requirements & Guidelines.
Transfer Procedure
Procedures
- Applicants must submit official transcript(s) from all postsecondary institutions attended and apply for admission by posted deadline date. An official transcript is one sent directly to Savannah Technical College or hand delivered in a sealed envelope with the official seal of the college.
- Credit hours which are granted based upon successful completion of standardized exams must be verified by official score reports.
