Transfer Credit
In general, transfer credits from regionally accredited post-secondary institutions will be accepted if they meet the degree and grade requirements of the student’s chosen program of study at the university.
Transfer Credit Policy and Process for Graduate Students
The College of Nursing allows the transfer of up to 12 graduate credits from external institutions if the courses meet accreditation and content equivalency standards. Students must submit transcripts and syllabi for evaluation. The review process is conducted by an Enrollment Advisor in coordination with the Specialty Director and course leads. Non-degree credits earned at the University of Colorado for graduate courses do NOT need to be transferred as these will already be on your student record and transcript.
Transfer Credit for Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology, or Advanced Assessment
We recognize that some students may have previously completed coursework in Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology, or Advanced Physical Assessment at other accredited institutions. To ensure that our students' prior learning is appropriately acknowledged and to facilitate a seamless transition into our programs, we have established a clear policy and procedure for waiving enrollment in these courses under specific conditions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for a waiver in Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology, or Advanced Physical Assessment, the following requirements must be met:
- Accreditation: The courses must have been completed at an institution accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
- Content Equivalency: The course content must be equivalent to CU Nursing’s credit requirements, encompassing a focus across the lifespan.
- Recency of Coursework: Courses must be completed within five years prior to the start of the admit term at CU Nursing.
- Final Grade: The course must have been completed with a minimum grade of a B-.
Special Considerations
For courses that meet the above criteria and have been completed more than five years before the start of the admit term, the transfer of credits will be considered if the student is an active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) enrolling in a direct care post-graduate certificate specialty. The acceptance of such transfer credits is decided on an individual basis by the CU Nursing Specialty Director, in collaboration with course leads and the Senior Enrollment Advisor (SEA). This review process includes an evaluation of the student’s current practice and scope.
For further details, review the Transfer Credits Policy of the CON student handbook. This information and policy is subject to change at any time.
If you’d like to request a review of your coursework for equivalency and credit transfer, please complete the Transfer Credit Request Form. Please note it may take 2-4 weeks for us to make course determinations.
Undergraduate Prerequisite Course Equivalency
In general, transfer credits from regionally accredited post-secondary institutions will be accepted if the course meets the content and grade requirements. The College of Nursing provides the prerequisite information from many Colorado institutions listed below. The course numbers on these links are pre-approved. To find out if a course meets the transfer credit requirements, view the links provided below.
If you have questions about if a course will satisfy a requirement submit the prerequisite evaluation request form.