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.

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.

Transfer Credit Evaluations

To evaluate potential transfer credit, the student must:

1. Complete a degree program Admisssions Application Form.
2. Pay all applicable fees.
3. Submit a Transfer Credit Request Form before the start of their first course.
4. 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 transfer credits to the Registrar at registrar@theartofeducation.edu or 515.236.5094.

Non-matriculated Coursework

Continuing education 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 degree program credit hours prior to enrolling in a degree program. Students who intend to pursue a degree 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 enrolled in degree programs must complete a minimum of 50% of the degree 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.