Transfer Credits

Evaluating and processing transfer credit requests from other institutions to ensure they meet RPI’s standards and requirements

Currently Enrolled Students

Currently enrolled students interested in taking courses at external institutions for transfer credit must receive approval before taking the course.

Newly Admitted Freshmen

Students entering as first-time freshmen can transfer a maximum of 32 credits hours toward their Bachelor’s degree and must complete all credit requests by the end of their first year.

Study Abroad

Course credits from RPI-affiliated study abroad programs do not count toward the maximum 32 transfer credits allowed. Course credits from non-affiliated study abroad programs count and a maximum of 16 course credits can be transferred.

Summer and Winter Break Programs

Advising and Learning Assistance Center (ALAC) approval is required for students who wish to take more than 16 credits during a summer term. Students may not take more than 8 credits during a winter term.

Transfer Students

Undergraduate students entering as transfer students must complete four (4) full-time semesters and a minimum of 64 credits at Rensselaer, all of which will be applied to the baccalaureate degree.
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Academy Hall

Suite 2600

518-276-6231

Academy Hall
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