Frequently Asked Questions

Transferring doesn’t have to be complicated. Look below to find answers to common questions related to the transfer process, PA TRAC and Pennsylvania’s statewide transfer policies.



Why is my course not listed? I will be transferring, but am not sure where I will transfer. I want to keep the most transfer credits possible. What should I do? Do I need a specific grade point average (GPA) to transfer? Do courses with grades of 'D' transfer? Why is the university that is evaluating my course transfer request asking for additional materials (e.g., course syllabus, course text, portfolio)? When should I apply to transfer? When do my credits transfer? Can transfer students participate in athletics How will quarter credits transfer into a semester credit system? I am an adult student returning to college after several years of not taking courses. Will my courses still transfer? Will my technical college credits transfer? What can I do if a course doesn't transfer? How many credits should I complete before transferring? How can I find out whether my courses will transfer? In addition to using the PA TRAC, do I still need to talk to an academic advisor? Why isn't my college listed on PA TRAC?