TRANSFER STUDENTS

Transferring to West Shore

Whether you have been out of school for some time or have decided to change directions, thank you for choosing to continue your education with West Shore. West Shore may transfer courses that you have already taken toward a degree or certificate if:

The coursework was completed at a regionally accredited institution
You earned a C (2.0) or better for the course

If you have attended another college in the state of Michigan, you can check the Michigan Transfer Network to see how your courses will transfer to West Shore. Follow these steps to transfer to West Shore with a minimum disruption to your academic and career pursuits. We’ll assist you every step of the way.

Apply for Admission

Visit the Admissions page for specific application instructions.

Send Transcripts

Have official transcripts from any institutions you have attended sent directly to:

West Shore Community College Registrar’s Office
3000 North Stiles Rd.
Scottville, MI 49454

Or by email at studentrecords@westshore.edu

You will receive a letter from the Registrar once your transcript has been evaluated. If you do not apply for admission prior to sending your transcripts, they will not be evaluated.

Submit Test Scores

If you have not taken college-level English or Math, you will need to either submit ACT scores or take the ACCUPLACER assessment in the Learning and Testing Center.

Meet with an Advisor

It is highly recommended, but not required, you meet with an advisor. An advisor will walk you through the registration system and provide you with important information you will need to know to be a successful West Shore student.

Transfer Credit Requirements

West Shore Community College evaluates transfer credit in accordance with federal regulations and the Higher Learning Commission’s requirements for integrity and transparency.

Transfer Credits & Residency Requirement: All credit that applies to a student’s declared program of study may be transferred in. Students must complete a minimum of 15 credits at WSCC or through consortium partnerships to earn an associate’s degree (10 credits for a certificate).
Grade Requirements: Transfer credit is granted only for courses completed with a grade of “C” (2.0) or higher.
Accredited Institutions: Credit is accepted from regionally accredited institutions. Credit may also be considered from nationally accredited institutions or other institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, upon discretion of the Registrar
Equivalency & Course Matching: Course-to-course credit is awarded for coursework within a student’s declared program of study when content is substantially equivalent to WSCC courses; otherwise, credit is granted as departmental or general elective. When credits earned elsewhere are fewer than those assigned to the WSCC equivalent, the lower number of credits will be applied.
Credit Conversion: Quarter or other non-semester credits are converted to semester hours using the appropriate conversion formula.
Alternative Credit Sources:
- Advanced Placement (AP): Credit is awarded for scores of 3 or higher on approved exams.
- College-Level Examination Program (CLEP): Credit is awarded for qualifying scores as determined by WSCC.
- Competency-Based Education (CBE): Credits may be earned through departmental exams, demonstrations of proficiency, or CTE articulated credit.
- Military Credit: Credit is granted for documented military training based on American Council on Education (ACE) recommendations.
- Licensure & Credentials: Certain professional credentials (e.g., LPN license, Child Development Associate, Michigan Department of Corrections Academy, Police Training Academy) may be evaluated for credit toward relevant WSCC programs.
- Other Exams (DANTES/Excelsior): May be awarded with departmental approval.
Documentation: All transfer evaluations require an official transcript or other official documentation submitted directly to the Student Records Office.

Transferring From West Shore

West Shore Community College is the perfect place to begin your academic career. If you plan on transferring to a four-year college or university, the work you complete here will put you well on your way to earning your Bachelor’s degree. West Shore also has various Articulation Agreements with partnering institutions that can ease your transition into a Bachelor’s Degree. If you think a college transfer is in your future, we encourage you to follow these important steps:

Meet regularly with a West Shore Advisor

An advisor will assist you to make sure you are on the right track and will:

Check progress toward associate degree requirements
Check progress toward MACRAO/MTA requirements (if you are transferring somewhere in Michigan, see below)
Assist with identifying existing Articulation Agreements
Assist with evaluating colleges/programs of study
Check transfer equivalencies. You must earn a ‘C’ or better in a course for it to transfer.
Make sure you are following a transfer agreement if one is in place for your program of study.

Request Official Transcripts

West Shore Community College has partnered with the National Student Clearinghouse to provide transcript ordering via the Web. Electronic, PDF transcripts are free of charge. Printed, paper copies of transcripts do have an associated fee and can be ordered using any major credit card. Your card will only be charged after your order has been fulfilled.

**NOTE: Electronic, PDF transcripts are considered OFFICIAL transcripts when sent directly from West Shore to the recipient. A paper transcript is typically only necessary in specific circumstances.

To order official transcripts, click here.
The site will walk you through placing your order, including delivery options and fees, if applicable. You can order as many transcripts as you like in a single session.
Order updates will be e-mailed and/or texted to you. You can also track your order online.

Any questions or concerns can be directed to the Student Records office at studentrecords@westshore.edu.

Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)

The Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) is designed to facilitate the transfer of general education requirements between participating Michigan institutions with 30 credits of lower-level general education from the sending institution being accepted as a block by the receiving institution.By completing an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree, students will have earned MTA. Students can also meet the requirements of MTA by completing the specified courses. Click here to see a complete list of courses that meet MTA.

Evaluate Colleges

It is important to know all of the requirements at the college you wish to attend. WSCC advisors can assist you with:

Investigate entrance and degree requirements
Visit with representatives at the Transfer Day in October
Contact the college and request admissions and financial aid information and any related applications. www.macrao.org has access to all Michigan college website, many with online applications.

Visit the Transfer Institutions

Getting a feel for the campus environment is important in determining if a school is right for you.
Call and schedule a visit with the university transfer coordinator.
Visit early in your West Shore career so you can make the decision well in advance of transferring.