Start Your Journey at AWC
Whether you’re coming from another college, the military, the workforce, or from abroad, the Office of Transfer Services makes transferring to AWC clear and seamless. Our team evaluates your transcripts, guides you through transferring domestic and international credits, and connects you with the right resources across campus. We’ll also point you to transfer tools to see how your credits apply to AWC programs, so you can save time, reduce costs, and stay on track to graduation.
Choose Your Transfer Option
Select the tab that matches your transfer needs.
Steps to Transfer to AWC
We are pleased that you have chosen to transfer to AWC. These steps will help guide you through the process.
Nos complace que haya elegido transferirse a AWC. Estos pasos le ayudarán a guiarse a través del proceso. Haz clic y abre los pasos para transferirte en Español.
Get Admitted
Apply for admission. Visit AWC Admissions for more information: https://www.azwestern.edu/admissions
Activate Student Accounts
All communication regarding the evaluation of transfer credit will be through the official student email. Students will be notified via email of the results of the evaluation of transfer credit. Students will be directed to the Self-Service student portal to view and print an unofficial AWC transcript and/or request an official AWC transcript.
Meet with an AWC Academic Advisor
If attempting to register for courses for which a prerequisite was taken at another institution, students must obtain a signature from an Academic Advisor. Academic Advisors can confirm completion of the prerequisite courses through an unofficial copy of transcripts from the previous institution(s). Contact Advisement Services.
(*Non-degree-seeking students are not required to submit official transcripts. Advising can be conducted using unofficial transcripts.)
Register to AWC Credit Hours
Students must be registered to at least one course before an official evaluation of transfer credit can be started.
*As a new student at AWC, you must contact the AWC Transfer Center after completing your registration to initiate the evaluation process.
Call 928-344-7638 or email us at TransferCenter@azwestern.edu with your full name, AWC ID, and registration status.
Transcripts
Send your official transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Transcripts must include the institution’s official seal and be sent directly from the original school to Arizona Western College (AWC).
You may submit your transcripts in one of the following ways:
- Electronically via Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse, by selecting Arizona Western College from the list of institutions when placing your transcript order.
- By Mail (sent directly from your institution) to:
- Arizona Western College
Transfer Services Office
PO Box 929
Yuma, AZ 85366-0929
- Arizona Western College
Request an Evaluation
Please submit an Online Evaluation Request.
- Institutional Evaluation of Credits: Request evaluation of credits from another accredited college or university to continue degree/certificate completion at Arizona Western College.
Submit the Evaluation/Re-evaluation of Credits Request Form
Note: If you have questions, please contact us at (928) 344-7638 or email TransferCenter@azwestern.edu for assistance.
* Non-degree-seeking students are not required to complete these steps. Official transcripts may be referenced with an AWC Academic Advisor for registration.
* Once the student has completed all steps listed above, evaluating transcripts may take up to five weeks.
* The time frame for the evaluation process is subject to change during peak request periods. Review specific program admissions deadlines and processes to plan accordingly.
*As per AWC Policy, official transcripts submitted to AWC Center are deemed the property of AWC and cannot be returned to students or prospective students. Copies may be acquired from the AWC Transfer Center upon presentation of either an AWC ID or a government-issued ID.
All external credits evaluated and posted onto Arizona Western College transcripts are considered permanent records.
NOTE: Evaluations for students applying for Nursing, Radiology, Massage Therapy, or Fire Science may require more time to complete. Please submit transcripts as early as possible before applying to the program to ensure credits will be posted to the AWC transcript.
If a student does not agree with the initial evaluation, a re-evaluation request may be submitted by completing the Evaluation/Re-evaluation of Credits Request Form .
Students submitting a request for re-evaluation of credits, please provide course description/syllabus for courses needing a re-evaluation. Submit information to TransferCenter@azwestern.edu with your information (full name and AWC ID)
Students who disagree with the results of their re-evaluation and want to seek the petition process to have the Vice President of Learning Services review the evaluation, please complete the Instructional/Academic Concern form located as Report a Concern form under Student Conduct.
International Students Transferring to AWC
If you are an international student who needs to start the process of becoming an AWC student, please contact the International Office at (928) 344-7699 or visit the office in the 3C building.
Credit from Foreign Institutions
If you completed college or university coursework outside the United States and would like your credits evaluated, please follow all three steps below:
Submit the Online Evaluation/Re-evaluation of Credits Request Form
This form is required to begin the evaluation process.
Request a Course-by-Course Evaluation Report
Use one of the recommended foreign credential evaluation services listed below.
The report will determine the U.S. credit equivalency of your international coursework.
Provide a Course Syllabus or Course Description in English for EACH course
Submit supporting documentation for each course listed on your Course-by-Course Evaluation Report.
Please email all materials to TransferCenter@azwestern.edu.
These steps are required to accurately evaluate your international coursework for possible transfer credit.
Recommended Foreign Credential Evaluation Agencies:
- The Evaluation Company (TEC)
- Contact Number (713)-266-8805
- ACEI Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC
- Contact Number 1-800-234-1597
- Foreign Credential Service of America
- Contact Number 1(877) 553-4285
- International Educational Equivalency Evaluation Services Inc.
- Contact Number: (414)-319-5000
- Transcript Research
- Contact Number: (214) 810-1124
Credit for Prior Learning
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) recognizes knowledge gained outside the traditional classroom—such as workplace training, military or law enforcement experience, professional certifications, or national standardized exams. Many of these experiences may be applied as college-level credit! Please follow the steps below to start a CPL Request.
For Standardized Examinations (AP/CIE/CLEP/DLPT/DSST/IB):
Submit Form
Submit Standardized Exam Credit Request Form for any standardized or national exams (e.g., AP, CIE, CLEP, DLPT, DSST, IB)
Request Score Reports
Request that official score reports be sent directly to TransferCenter@azwestern.edu.
For College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and Advance Placement (AP) Exam
Send Official transcript (score report) through https://www.collegeboard.org/ or by Mail to:
Arizona Western College
Transfer Services Office
PO Box 929
Yuma, AZ 85366-0929
For Certifications (Local, State, National), Skills and Experience Evaluation:
Submit Form
Submit the Credit for Prior Learning Request Form
- Step 1: Create an account with your AWC Student email.
- Step 2. Select either certification or Informal Learning.
- Step 3. Please attach documentation such as proof of work experience, professional training, independent study, certifications, or other non-classroom learning.
For more information Check out the Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) page.
Transfer Tools
Transcript Evaluation System (TES)
- Online tool to retrieve course content from other accredited institutions to assist in evaluation.
- Provides a preview of how credits may transfer to AWC.
- Currently undergoing updates; check the most recent equivalency dates.
- Use as a guide, not a final decision. Not all courses are listed—contact an advisor for other evaluations.
- Advisors can also access TES course data for guidance.
Community College Course Equivalency Guide (CC-CEG)
- Shows course equivalences between Arizona community colleges, based on reverse-engineered university transfer data.
Note for Academic Advisors: Use this TES Link for course data.
Additional Resources and Information
Access our policies and procedures or find answers to common questions.
Policies and Procedures For Incoming Students
ACCEPTABLE EXTERNAL CREDITS
Arizona Western College accepts credits from institutions accredited by the six regional associations and by specialized accrediting bodies as listed by the Office of Postsecondary Education.
Is your school accredited? Find out from the U.S. Department of Education.
Arizona Western College does not accept transcripts/credits from the following online learning platforms or credit recommendation services:
- Sophia Learning
- ACE (American Council on Education)
- StraighterLine
- Study.com
- NCCRS (National College Credit Recommendation Services)
Students must complete 15 in-house credits for a degree and 6 for a certificate. Maximum transferable credits via exams/non-course work: 30. Total transfer credits applied vary by program.
Evaluation & Awarding of Courses
- Courses from accredited institutions are evaluated by content, goals, and outcomes.
- Developmental courses transfer only to meet next-level requirements.
- Only courses with a “C” or higher within 8 years are evaluated (except general education courses, which have no time limit). Older courses may require revalidation.
- Quarter-hour credits are converted to semester hours (1 quarter hour = 0.67 semester hours).
- External credits are permanent records.
- Standard lecture credit: 3 credits = 2400 minutes (40 hours) per semester.
Retention Policy
- Unprocessed external transcripts are kept for one year only; older records are not retained.
- Official transcripts submitted to AWC are the property of AWC and cannot be returned; copies can be requested with an AWC ID or government-issued ID.
Questions
- Contact the AWC Transfer Center for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Provide Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions (foreign transcripts require certified English translations).
- Once enrolled in at least one course, submit the Evaluation/Re-evaluation of Credits Request Form .
- After submission, the Transfer Center will evaluate your transcripts and post approved credits to your AWC record.
Credits from regionally accredited institutions are generally accepted. Courses are evaluated based on content, outcomes, grades and comparability to AWC courses. Use Transcript Evaluation System (TES) , AZTransfer, or Community College Course Equivalency Guide (CC-CEG) to preview equivalencies.
Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions are required. Foreign transcripts must go through one of the approved agencies. Non-degree-seeking students may use unofficial transcripts for advising.
Transfer evaluations typically take up to five weeks once all required documents are received. Certain programs, such as Nursing, Radiology, Massage Therapy, or Fire Science, may require more time.
No. AWC does not accept credits from Sophia Learning, ACE, StraighterLine, Study.com, or NCCRS.
There is no cap on the number of credits you may transfer; however, limits apply to how those credits can be applied toward your program:
- Degree Programs: At least 15 credits must be completed in-house. Up to 49 transfer credits may be applied.
- Certificate Programs: At least 6 credits must be completed in-house. The maximum number of transferable credits depends on the specific certificate requirements.
- Exams/Non-Course Options: A maximum of 30 credits may be earned through exams or other non-course alternatives.
Unlimited credits transferable.
However, there is a limitation on applicability:
- Degree: Minimum 15 credits in-house; up to 49 total transfer credits.
- Certificate: Minimum 6 credits in-house; maximum determined by certificate requirements.
- Maximum 30 credits from exams/non-course options.
- Courses completed with a “C” or higher within 8 years are evaluated.
- Courses over 8 years old are considered at the discretion of the College (except AGEC general education courses, which have no time limit).
No. Transfer course grades are recorded on your transcript but do not impact your AWC GPA.
Yes. If you disagree with the evaluation, you may request a re-evaluation using the Evaluation/Re-evaluation of Credits Request Form. Further disputes can be submitted through the Instructional/Academic Concern form for Vice President review.
Yes, visit our Credit for Prior Learning tab above or visit the Credit for Prior Learning webpage.
- Schedule a meeting with an AWC Academic Advisor.
- Contact the AWC Transfer Center: 928-344-7638 or TransferCenter@azwestern.edu.
Upcoming Transfer Events
AWC collaborates with university partners to host transfer events on campus, giving students direct access to university representatives and resources. Don’t miss these opportunities to explore your transfer options and get your questions answered!