Transfer Credit Allowances
Undergraduate students admitted to a degree program may transfer up to:
Only seventy (70)credits from a semester College/university or one hundred and five (105) credit hours from a quarter college or university towards a Bachelor of Science Degree or a Bachelor of Arts Degree will be accepted.
To apply for transfer credit from another institution, an applicant must have official transcripts from all previously attended institutions forwarded to the Office of Admissions. For proper evaluation of these credits, students may need to submit the institution’s course catalog. Only courses from nationally accredited institutions for which the undergraduate student earned a grade of “C” or better will be considered for transfer. Acceptance of undergraduate credits earned more than seven years prior to admission are subject to the review and approval of the Academic Department Chairperson.
Concurrent Enrollment Program
The Concurrent Enrollment Program is for students 15 years of age or older who wish to take college level courses from Asher University while still enrolled in high school or an approved home study program. Students must be high school juniors, seniors or, if in an approved home study program, provide documentation of the completion of junior-level work.
Each student must:
1. Have a cumulative grade point average of a 3.00 or the equivalent.
2. Be certified by the school Principal or designated authority as approved for participation.
3. Apply for admission as non-degree.
4. Take relevant college placement test, with college-level placement scores, prior to registration.
High school juniors may be eligible for participation provide they are 15 years of age and have completed all required high school coursework with a 3.00 cumulative grade point average. Concurrent enrollment students may take no more than two (4 credit) courses per quarter and must abide by all college policies, procedures, and regulations while on campus or in the classroom.
Advanced Placement
High School students who submit Advanced Placement (AP) Test scores of 3 or better will earn university credit. Information on procedures for applying for AP transfer credit can be obtained from the Office of Academic Advising.
ACT Scores
New students who submit ACT scores of 18 or above in the English and Reading Subtests are not required to take the English placement test.
SAT Scores
New students who submit SAT scores of 860 or above in the English and Reading Subtests are not required to take the English placement test.
Application Procedure
Completed applications must be submitted to the admissions office or completed online at www.xxx.xxxxxx@xxxxx.edu. In addition to the application, the following items are required:
- $50.00 Non-refundable Application Fee
- Official High School Transcripts or GED scores (if you are not transferring 12 or more hours)
- Official College or University Transcripts of all schools attended (if applicable)
Freshman Applicants
High school GPA of 2.0 or higher
Official ACT/SAT scores
The minimum University standards are as follows:
- SAT – Total Score: 860
- ACT – Composite Score: 18
Transfer Students
College GPA of 2.0 or higher
Transfer students who have successfully completed 12 credits with a 2.0 GPA or higher of at least 100 level coursework from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning are not required to submit ACT or SAT scores. When all forms have been received and evaluated, the applicant will be notified of the admission committee’s decision. The admissions committee may request additional information and or a personal interview. AU is a rolling application system, and applications are accepted throughout the year. However, to maximize financial aid opportunities, students are encouraged to apply by the June 1 application deadline.
College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
For selected undergraduate courses, the university recognizes the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) offered by the College Entrance Examination Board. University policy permits an entering student to earn a maximum of 30 CLEP credits for the bachelor’s degree (these are applied to the maximum allowable transfer credits). A student must matriculate at the University before requesting advanced standing for CLEP credits. A student may not:
- Receive credits for both a passed CLEP examination and the equivalent Asher University course.
- Include the CLEP credits in the 60-hour residency requirement for the Bachelor of Science Degree or Bachelor of Arts Degree.
To take CLEP exams, a student must obtain approval from the appropriate Academic Department Chairperson. The test may be taken at any CLEP testing center. The student must request that The College Board send the official report to the University’s Registrar’s Office.
Challenge Examination
For selected undergraduate courses, the university recognizes credits obtained through challenge examinations to be included in the total number of allowable transfer credits to a program. Students at Asher may obtain course credit through successful performance on challenge examination. A student may challenge only 100 and 200 level courses and may not challenge courses listed as major requirements. He or she must first secure written permission from the appropriate Academic Department Chairperson. Forms for challenge examinations are available in the Registrar’s Office. Challenge examinations will not be given if a CLEP examination exists for the course the student seeks to challenge. Students are limited to nine (9) credit hours by challenge examinations. A challenge examination fee will be assessed on a per examination basis. Current fees are listed on the fee schedule published in each semester’s “Course Schedule.”
Prior Work / Life Experience
For selected undergraduate courses, the university gives credit for Prior Work/Life Experience. An evaluation of the knowledge which a student has gained through Prior Work/Life Experience is conducted as a prior learning assessment instrument. Through this process, the university tries to equate Prior Work/Life Experience to courses taught at the college level. The main tool the university uses to conduct the prior learning assessment is the review of a Prior Learning Portfolio completed by the student. A Prior Learning Portfolio is a written record presented by the student requesting college credit for learning outside the classroom. Credit is given only for college-level learning, and the portfolio must be well documented and organized; The following are required elements of the portfolio.
- Identification and definition of specific prior learning for which college credit is being requested.
- An essay or narrative explaining how this prior learning related to the student’s desired degree program, from what experiences it was gained and how it fits into his/her overall education and career plans.
- Documentation that the student has acquired the learning he/she is claiming.
- A credit request listing exactly how much credit the student expects in each subject area.
- The maximum number of allowed credit hours.
Military Service Credits
All credits obtained through military service are included in the total number of allowable transfer credits to a program. Asher University is a member of the service-member opportunity college. Veterans of the United States Armed Forces may obtain credit for college level academic achievements.
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)
All credits obtained through DANTES are included in the total number of allowable transfer credits to a program. Students who have taken subject examinations under DANTES may receive academic credit at the university. Students interested in receiving such credit need to have official transcripts forwarded to the Admissions Office.
Servicemembers Opportunity Council for Navy Personnel (SOCNAV) and Marine Corps Personnel (SOCMAR)
The University is a member of the Servicemembers Opportunity Council for Navy Personnel (SOCMAR) and Marine Personnel (SOCMAR). SOCNAV and SOCMAR are worldwide consortia of colleges and universities which assist Navy and Marine personnel. This may complete a degree programs by reducing residency requirements, sharing course information, and increasing opportunities for transfer of credits between member institutions. Students should meet with the SOCNAV/SOCMAR advisor at their primary institution to complete a degree contract to ensure maximum transferability of credits. Active-Duty Navy and Marine personnel should follow the appropriate procedures for full-time, part-time, or transfer students. The University will grant credit for courses taken from service schools and other agencies recommended in the current edition of the American Council on Education s National Guides to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences. Credits are limited to those courses which the University determines to be applicable to its degree. Before any evaluation can be made, records for each school or agency must be submitted to the Admissions Office.