Graduate transfer credits at Fort Lewis College

You may be able to apply prior graduate-level coursework toward comparable requirements in an FLC Master of Arts or certificate program. Transfer credits are reviewed individually to determine whether they meet your program requirements.

How many graduate credits can transfer?

The maximum number of transfer credits depends on the total credits required for your program.

Program length Maximum transfer credits
36-credit program 12 credits
30-credit program 9 credits
18-credit Teacher Leadership Certificate 6 credits

Transfer credit grades are not included in your Fort Lewis College GPA.

Graduate transfer credit requirements

Graduate coursework may not be accepted for transfer if:

  • The course was not completed at a regionally accredited college or university with a comparable program.
  • You earned a grade below a B.
  • You completed the course more than six years before your admission date.
  • The course was used to meet requirements for a degree you previously earned at Fort Lewis College.

Request a transfer credit evaluation

Transfer credit evaluations are completed at the student’s request and reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Teacher Education Department.

You may be asked to provide a course syllabus and course description. Department reviewers will determine whether the coursework meets your graduate program requirements. Your transfer credit recommendation will be sent to your FLC email account.

Questions about graduate transfer credits?

Contact Graduate Studies at gradstudies@fortlewis.edu.