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Students who have studied at other universities before entering Sophia University may be eligible to transfer credits and residency time. There are two categories for transferring credits and residency.
Students who have studied at other universities before entering Sophia University may be eligible to transfer credits and residency time. There are two categories for transferring credits and residency.
A. Transfer of Credits and Residency Time for Students Admitted as Transfer Students:
As a general rule, a transfer student must have completed at least two years of university/college work as a regular student at another institution before entering Sophia. A transfer student may transfer a two-year period of time in residence at his/her previous university/college. The number of credits to be transferred should not exceed half of the required number of credits for graduation. Application for transfer of credits should be made within three months of entering Sophia University. The syllabus of each subject must be attached with the application.
B. Transfer of Credits Earned before Entering as a Freshman:
Students who have earned credits at another university before entering as a freshman may transfer up to 30 credits. Students using this system may transfer credits, but not residency time. Application for transfer of credits should be made within three months of entering Sophia University. The syllabus of each subject must be attached with the application.
To qualify for early graduation a student must complete at least three years (six semesters) of study, complete all credits required for graduation, and have a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or above. The FLA faculty meeting will review and decide upon applications for early graduation.
