assessing incoming transfer credits
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Generally transfer credit can be given for courses completed at accredited post-secondary institutions in which a grade of 70 or better was obtained. Such institutions are normally degree granting universities. Credits are not normally accepted from Community Colleges. Students transferring from other institutions may have their transferred courses count toward the University of Waterloo degree as determined by the Undergraduate Officer. Marks obtained in these courses will not be included in the calculation of the student's average. Transfer credit may be given towards elective course requirements, as well as core courses for which a precise matching of content can be proven. Up to 2.0CR may be awarded towards your elective requirements. Core course transfer credits are assessed on a case by case basis. Course outlines must be provided.
The School of Architecture will award maximum 0.5CR for International B- accalaureate Higher level courses where the student achieved a score of 5 or better. This is considered as part of the 2.0CR maximum transfer credit amount. Transfer credits are not awarded for AP or A-Level courses.
Incoming students wishing to receive credit for previous courses should contact the Undergraduate Officer to have their transcripts and course outlines reviewed. The actual assessment and agreement to transfer credits will only be completed for students who have been accepted into the program.
Students transferring from Faculties within the University, or former University of Waterloo students returning after an absence, generally have the option of either transferring previous UW courses with 60 or better without including these in the cumulative average or transferring all relevant courses passed and including all courses passed and failed in the cumulative average. The specific transfer credit policies vary with each plan or Faculty and students are advised to refer to the departmental or Faculty sections in the Calendar for detailed regulations.