Recent changes to institutional practices include the documentation of transcript certification on ALL transcripts requested by students wishing to transfer to one of Kentucky’s public postsecondary institutions. Some institutions have the capability to include general education certification on the transcript by using an automated process. Other institutions do not. Students should confirm with the registrar that a general education audit will be performed via their transcript request.

Who will receive the documentation certifying general education transfer?

A central office on each campus will receive the transfer information. Normally, the office of admissions would handle this task.

Does this policy affect general education requirements for specific majors?

No. The General Education Transfer Policy does not add to, subtract from, or change any general education courses required for a major. Students need to work closely with their advisors to determine what relationship, if any, exists between requirements for general education and requirements for a specific major. This is a most important issue and should be carefully noted.

What appeal do students have in the case of misunderstandings or disagreements?

Each institution has a process for appeals related to the General Education Transfer Policy. Also, each institution will appoint a person to serve as the official institutional liaison with respect to the policy. Students in need of assistance should contact that individual.

Who are considered transfer students?

Transfer students are those who transfer from one public higher education institution (sending institution) to another public higher education institution (receiving institution) with the intention of completing their educational program at the receiving institution.

Who are transient (or visiting) students?

Transient students are students in good standing in any recognized institution who enroll in another institution with the intention of transferring the credits earned to their home institution.

Does the transfer policy allow students to receive duplicate credit by taking courses at one institution and repeating equivalent or similar courses at another institution?

No. The General Education Transfer Policy does not impact the policies of the respective institutions with regard to duplicate course credit. Students should work closely with their academic advisors to make appropriate course selections before and after transferring from one institution to another.

How will college credit earned through high school dual enrollment be evaluated for meeting general education requirements?

Students earning college credit while completing secondary school requirements will have those credits evaluated to determine whether they meet the statewide general education learning outcomes.

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