Transfer Credit Policy

The Art of Education University accepts graduate-level academic credit from accredited institutions. 

Up to nine transfer credits may be accepted into a degree program, with the exception of courses taken through AOEU. Previously completed AOEU coursework may be approved as transfer credits for up to 50% of the program credits for degree and certificate programs.

Transfer Credit Requirements

Transfer credit will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis. Prior coursework may be considered for transfer credit if all the following conditions are met:

• Coursework is graduate-level (500-level or above). 
• Coursework was completed at an appropriately accredited institution within the past five years.
• The final grade earned is a B (80%) or higher.
• Coursework is equivalent to a current AOEU course in a degree program.

Transfer Credit Evaluations

To evaluate potential transfer credit, the student must: 

1. Complete the application form for the desired degree program. 
2. Pay all applicable fees. 
3. Submit a Transfer Credit Request Form before the start of their first course. Unofficial transcripts and course syllabi must accompany the form submission. 

Transfer credit evaluations are valid for 60 days from the date of approval. Students with approved transfer credits who do not sign their enrollment agreement within 60 days must re-submit courses for evaluation. Students with accepted transfer credits who do not submit official transcripts within 60 days forfeit their transfer credit acceptance.

Accepted coursework will be displayed on the student’s course records page. Students can direct questions concerning their transfer credit status to the appropriate academic advisor or registrar representative.

Transfer credit appeals must be submitted prior to the start of the student’s first course in their program. Appeals submitted after the start of the first course will not be considered.

Non-matriculated Coursework

Courses taken through The Art of Education University before program enrollment are subject to the Transfer Credit Policy requirements. Students may complete a maximum of 50% of the  program credit hours prior to enrolling in a program. Students who intend to pursue a degree or certificate at The Art of Education University are encouraged to apply early to ensure coursework will help them reach their intended goal. 

The Registrar reviews all non-matriculated courses. The Dean of Graduate Studies makes the final decision regarding non-matriculated course transferability.

Residency Requirement

Students must complete a minimum of 50% of the program credit hours with The Art of Education University as the institution of record. Coursework taken through The Art of Education University with a partner institution of record appears as transfer credits on the official transcript. Transfer credits do not count toward the residency requirement.