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The Transfer Credit Evaluator is responsible for the comprehensive evaluation of transfer coursework and non-traditional learning credits for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. This position supports student success by ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent transfer credit decisions that align with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and degree requirements.
The evaluator reviews academic records from domestic and international institutions, determines transferability and equivalency of coursework, maintains articulation data, and serves as a subject matter expert on transfer credit policies and procedures. This role collaborates closely with Admissions, Registrar, Academic Affairs, Student Success, and faculty to facilitate efficient transfer credit processing and support enrollment and retention initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Transfer Credit Evaluation
- Evaluate official and unofficial transcripts and supporting academic documentation from accredited institutions for transferability and degree applicability.
- Determine course equivalencies and transfer credit awards in accordance with university policies, accreditation requirements, and established articulation agreements.
- Review and process non-traditional credit sources, including Advanced Placement (AP), CLEP, DSST, military education and training, prior learning assessment, certifications, and other approved learning experiences.
- Analyze course descriptions, syllabi, catalogs, and institutional accreditation information to determine appropriate transfer credit recommendations.
- Evaluate international academic credentials in accordance with university guidelines and approved evaluation resources.Systems and Records Management