Keep Your Credits. Cut Your Costs.

If you’ve attended another college after high school and want to cointuoe your education at 4Cs, you’re considered a transfer student.

Whether you’re coming from a four-year university, another community college, or returning after time away, we’ll help you move forward without losing momentum.

Transferring can feel complicated. We make it clear and manageable.

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Who Is a Transfer Student?

You’re considered a transfer student if:

  • You enrolled at another college after graduating high school
  • You completed one semester or several years elsewhere
  • You want to transfer college credits to Cape Cod Community College

If you’ve never attended college after high school, visit our First-Time College Student page instead.

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How to Transfer to 4Cs

Here’s what the transfer application process looks like.

Step 1: Complete the Online Application

Submit your application online and select transfer student.

Once received, Admissions will follow up with next steps.

Step 2: Send Your Official College Transcripts

Request official transcripts from all colleges you previously attended.

Transcripts help us:

  • Evaluate transfer credits
  • Determine course equivalencies
  • Apply credits toward your chose program

The earlier transcripts are submitted, the sooner we can review them.

Step 3: Apply for Financial Aid

Complete the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for:

  • Free College at 4Cs
  • Federal and state financial aid
  • Grants and scholarships

Even if you received aid at your previous school, you must update your FAFSA to include Cape Cod Community College.

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Free College

If you live in Massachusetts, do not already have a bachelor’s degree, and complete the financial aid process, you may qualify for free community college. That means your tuition and fees are covered!

If money is the reason you are second guessing your current plan, this could change everything.

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Step 4: Meet With an Advisor and Register

Once admitted and your credits are reviewed:

  • You’ll meet with an academic advisor
  • We’ll review how your transfer credits apply
  • You’ll build a degree plan
  • You’ll register for classes

Our goal is to make sure you stay on track toward graduation.

How Transfer Credits Work

We review each transcript individually.

In general:

  • Courses completed with a qualifying grade my transfer
  • Credits are evaluated for equivalency
  • Some courses may apply as electives

Meeting with an advisor helps clarify how your previous coursework fits into your new program.

If you’re planning to transfer again after 4Cs, we’ll help you choose courses that align with your long-term goals.

Accredited Institutions

Coursework from accredited colleges/universities or those candidates for accreditation is eligible for transfer credit.

MassTransfer

Benefit from guaranteed credit transfer and other advantages when transferring within the Massachusetts public higher education system.

Non-Traditional Education

Credits from non-traditional education sources are accepted if approved by the appropriate academic department’s faculty.

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB)

Earned credits from AP and IB examinations are considered for transfer.

Grade Requirements

Generally, grades of C- (1.67 on a 4.0 scale) or better will be considered for transfer (except where indicated in specific course prerequisites).

Credit Conversion

Credits earned at other institutions will be accepted in accordance with the college’s established course credit equivalencies. If the transferring institution uses a different credit system, our Registrar will convert the credits accordingly.

Time Limit for Transfer Credits

In most cases, there’s no time limit for accepting credits from regionally accredited institutions. However, for certain courses requiring current knowledge, a time limit may apply and will be indicated in the college catalog. If the time limit is exceeded, credit may still be granted under the following circumstances:

  • The student successfully passes a CLEP test for the course or takes a departmental Challenge Examination.
  • The student submits a waiver request and receives approval from the appropriate department.

Minimum Completion at 4Cs

To earn a degree from 4Cs, a minimum of 24 credits must be completed at Cape Cod Community College.

Why Transfer to 4Cs?

Students transfer to Cape Cod Community College for practical reasons.

Tuition at 4Cs is lower than many four-year institutions, and many students qualify for financial aid or Free College funding.

Smaller classes mean more direct support from faculty and advisors. And if your long-term goal is a bachelor’s degree, our transfer agreements help keep you on track.

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What Happens After You Apply?

Once your application and transcripts are received:

  • Admissions reviews your materials
  • You receive an acceptance notification
  • Transfer credits are evaluated
  • You meet with an advisor
  • You register for classes

We stay connected throughout the process so you’re not navigating it alone.

Ready to Transfer to 4Cs?

Changing schools is a big decision. You deserve a clear path forward.

Whether you’re continuing toward a degree, changing direction, or planning to transfer again later, Cape Cod Community College helps you move ahead with purpose.

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Admissions Office

Ground Floor, Building 2, West Barnstable Campus

Monday – Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm

774.330.4311

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