Transfer Degrees

Foundation

Kirtland Community College recognizes the importance of students possessing basic academic skills in English, reading, and mathematics in order to successfully complete college-level courses. Therefore, all entry-level students are required to demonstrate their proficiency in basic academic skills, as these courses are the foundation for success in all programs. The student’s advisor will indicate which courses may need to be taken based on ACT scores or COMPASS placement testing results. It is highly recommended that students take these courses during the first semester to help prepare themselves academically and to satisfy prerequisites needed for more advanced courses.

What is the MTA?

MTA refers to the Michigan Transfer Agreement. This endorsement on a transfer degree assures that the student has satisfied the requirements of the agreement by completing 30 credits with at least a “C” in each course:

–English Composition I and either English Composition II or a Communications course

–Two humanities classes from two disciplines* (Studio classes are not allowed.)

–Two social science classes from two disciplines**

–Quantitative Literacy or higher***

–Two science classes from two disciplines. At least one must include a lab. ****

Kirtland Community College has determined that the following courses meet the requirements:

*Humanities—ART-10000, ART-10103 & ART-11700, ENG-21400 or higher, any HIS, HUM-20500, MUS-10100 & MUS-12300, any PHL or THE-12000

**Social Science—any ECO, GEO, POL, PSY or SOC

***Math—MTH-12500, MTH-13000, MTH-18001, MTH-20600, MTH-22002 or MTH-22102

****Science –any AST, BIO, CHE, GEL or PHY course

See information on our partnership programs on the web at http://www.kirtland.edu/transferring-from-kirtland

Partnerships with Other Institutions

See information on our partnership programs on the web at
http://www.kirtland.edu/transferring-from-kirtland

Remember! When thinking about transferring the question is not

“Will my class transfer?” BUT…

“HOW will my class transfer?

Will this class satisfy a requirement or elective for my desired degree?”

Programs

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