Newlane University Transfer Credit Policy
Updated 6 December, 2024

This policy outlines Newlane University’s guidelines and practices for evaluating transfer credit and credit for prior learning (CPL).

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Transfer Credit Overview

Newlane University accepts credits from accredited postsecondary institutions to be applied toward a degree program, with the following restrictions:

• Enrollment: Students must be enrolled in a Newlane program to qualify for transfer credit. 
• Official transcripts: Only official transcripts, sent directly from the issuing institution, are considered for possible transfer credit.
• Maximum Transfer Credits: Students may transfer up to 75% of the credits required for their degree.
• Major Credit Limit: A maximum of 25% of the required major credits may be transfer credits.
• Official Translations: Credits originating from an institution outside of the United States must be in English or accompanied by an official translation from a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member agency.
• Capstone Projects: Transfer credits are not accepted for Capstone Projects.
• Transcript Notation: Accepted transfer credits are documented as “Transfer Credit(s)” or “TR” on the student’s Newlane transcript. 

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Transfer Credit Guidelines

• Eligibility: Credits must be issued from an accredited institution listed by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education. Institutions outside the United States must hold similar accreditation for the credits to be eligible for transfer consideration. Courses designated as Approved Quality Curriculum (AQC) or American Council on Education (ACE) recommended may also be considered for credit.
• Documentation: Students must provide official transcripts for evaluation sent directly to Newlane from the issuing institution. In rare cases, exceptions may be made when obtaining official transcripts is deemed impossible, or unduly burdensome.
• Grade Minimums: Only courses with a grade of “C-” (or institutionally comparable) or higher are eligible for transfer. Pass/Fail courses, or courses that were awarded credit with no numerical or alphabetical grade may be considered for transfer. Such decisions are determined on a case-by-case basis.
• Curriculum Match: Credits are evaluated based on their alignment with Newlane’s curriculum. Courses with no direct equivalent may still be considered for elective credit or as satisfying one or more credits within a general education or major category.
• 2/3 Rule: Transfer courses must meet at least two-thirds of the instructional hours of the corresponding Newlane course. If the transferring institution does not use a semester-hour credit system, the reviewer will determine the awardable semester credit hours using available conventional credit conversions. However, the transfer credits must still meet the 2/3 threshold.
• Transfer Credit Appeal: To appeal an official transfer credit evaluation, students can contact Newlane University’s transcript evaluation team at transcripts@newlane.edu. Once a formal appealed decision has been rendered, the decision is final.

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Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)

Newlane University evaluates non-traditional learning experiences for potential college credit. Official documentation is required for consideration. Recognized CPL options include:

• Credit by Examination: Nationally recognized exams (e.g., College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP), and College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), and Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support Subject Standardized Tests (DSST/DANTES)).
• Industry Certifications: Credit may be granted for industry-recognized certifications following a review to determine their alignment with academic program requirements. 
• Formal Non-accredited Training: Vocational or technical training, military service programs, and in-service workplace training may qualify for credit following a review to determine their alignment with academic standards.
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs): CEUs may qualify for transfer credit following a review to determine if they meet academic standards, and the awarding institution is accredited.

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Requesting Credit Evaluation

Students are responsible for requesting transfer credit evaluation. Students interested in transferring credits or applying for CPL should:

• Request official transcripts be submitted to Newlane directly from the issuing institution(s).
• For CPL, request official relevant documentation, such as certificates, transcripts, or examination scores.
• Official transcripts and/or other official relevant documentation should be sent to: transcripts@newlane.edu. If the issuing institution is unable to send transcripts to an email address, they may alternatively send official physical copies to: 

For assistance, students can contact Newlane University’s transcript evaluation team at transcripts@newlane.edu.