OHIO TRANSFER TO DEGREE GUARANTEE (T2DG) In the University System of Ohio Developed by the Ohio Transfer Council in collaboration with Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network (OATN)

Ohio’s Credit Transfer source: (Facts at a Glance - PPT) 2011 Student Transfers 42,998 Undergraduates transferred within the University System of Ohio Student Transfers Increased 43.4% From FY2002 to FY2011

Ohio’s Credit Transfer 2011 Student Transfers 42,998 Undergraduates transferred within the University System of Ohio Students Saved $36.9 Million By completing courses at less expensive institutions first and transferring to 4-year institutions source: (Facts at a Glance - PPT) 2011 Additional Students 12,560 Undergraduates transferring credit from a less-expensive school back to their primary four-year institution Students Saved $ 9.2 Million By transferring credit from a less- expensive school back to their primary four-year institution Total Savings $ 46.1 Million

Ohio’s Credit Transfer Transfers in the University System of Ohio Transfer volumes: 42,998 undergraduates transferred in FY2011. Transfer volumes have increased substantially over the last decade. Part of the increase in transfer volume is due to rising enrollment numbers. However, the ratio of transfer to enrollment has also increased in recent years. Currently, of every 100 undergraduates enrolled in the USO in a given year, 7.6 would transfer in the following year. In 2002, the ratio was only 6.4%. Source: Calculated using Higher Education Information (HEI) data. (Facts at a Glance - PPT)

Presentation Overview University System of Ohio Statewide Initiatives Transfer Tools Transfer Pathways Student Responsibilities Future Initiatives

The University System of Ohio 14 universities 24 branch campuses 23 technical and community colleges Adult literacy and adult workforce centers Ohio’s network of public colleges and universities Mission:To help citizens of Ohio earn their highest level of academic attainment.

Ohio’s 51 Private Colleges Even though the University System of Ohio (USO) represents public institutions, many Ohio private colleges/universities are doing their best to become transfer-student friendly by locally implementing Ohio’s transfer and articulation initiatives. Check with the accepting/receiving institution for transfer information.

Principles of Credit Transfer in Ohio Equal Treatment of Transfer and Native Students Seamless Transfer of Credits/Courses/Programs (acceptance and applicability of transfer courses) Start education anywhere in the state

Articulation and Transfer Policy in Ohio Guaranteed Admission for Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degree earners to a public institution of higher education in Ohio Fair opportunity to compete for admission to specific programs Acceptance of All Courses with a Passing Grade, Which Is Consistent with the Policy for Native Students

Ohio Board of Regents

Transfer Partnership (Articulation/Bilateral) Agreements are created between institutions to facilitate the transfer and applicability of specific program/course credits to ensure that credits are applied effectively to a degree or program. Transfer Partnership Agreements (Articulation/Bilateral Agreements)

Statewide Credit Transfer Guarantee Initiatives

1.Ohio Transfer Module (OTM) 2.Transfer Assurance Guides (TAGs) 3.Career-Technical Credit Transfer (CT)² 4.Secondary Career-Technical Alignment Initiative (SCTAI) 5.Advanced Placement (AP) Exams

Institutional Specialization Courses All Transfer Assurance Guide Courses Transfer Assurance Guides (TAGS) Ohio Transfer Module Career-Technical Education Prior-Learning Experience Baccalaureate Degrees Associate Degrees Mobility Magnet (Attracts- Retains- Graduates) Students have opportunities to take college courses and engage in college experiences while still in high school {Dual Enrollment including PSEO, Advanced Placement Tests, and Secondary Career-Technical Alignment Initiative (Tech-Prep)}. Course Equivalency System Bi-lateral Agreements Career-Technical Assurance Guides Apprenticeship Programs The Institution’s Signature Courses and Programs The Institution’s Marks of Distinction General Education Curriculum (OTM) Seamless transfer from Associate to Baccalaureate degrees High School Diploma & Advanced Coursework Military Credit College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)

Ohio Transfer Module A subset of the general education course requirements consisting of semester hours of specific credits in: English Composition Mathematics Arts and Humanities Social and Behavioral Sciences Natural Sciences

3 hrs. English 3 hrs. Math 6 hrs. Natural Sciences 6 hrs. Arts & Humanities 6 hrs. Social / Behavioral Sciences Required Courses – 24 semester hours Elective Courses – semester hours Courses in Transfer Module that are for a major pathway Pre-major & Major Courses –Additional Hours OHIO TRANSFER MODULE ASSOCIATE DEGREE TRANSFER TO BACCALAUREATE DEGREE AND MAJOR Transfer Assurance Guides (TAG) Example (36-40 semester hours) TAG OTM

Career-Technical Credit Transfer (CT)² Revised Code (2005) – An effort to formalize a statewide guarantee enabling progression from career- technical institutions to public post-secondary education.

Career-Technical Credit Transfer (CT)²  Whereby students can earn college credit for technical knowledge and skills, thereby decreasing time to degree completion.  Knowledge and skills are based on recognized industry standards such as credentialing or licensing examinations.  Career-Technical Assurance Guides (CTAGs)

Secondary Career-Technical Alignment Initiative (SCTAI) o Create statewide credit transfer guarantees for awarding college credit for secondary career-technical programs (tech prep) through (CT)² process.

Advanced Placement (AP) A score of 3 or higher will provide credit at any public institution of higher education (PIOHE) in Ohio. The credit must count towards graduation and will meet a general education requirement if the course to which the AP credit is equivalent fulfills a requirement at the receiving institution. A score of 3 or higher on an AP exam in a foreign language will provide credit for at least the first year of foreign language at any PIOHE.

Advanced Placement (AP) Each PIOHE in Ohio will provide information on awarding AP credits, which should include the number of credits awarded and the course equivalents earned for a score of 3 or higher. Credits earned via AP exams are transferable within PIOHE in Ohio according to the state’s Transfer Module and transfer policy.

Transfer Electronic Tools OhioMeansSuccess & Transfer Student Portal u.select Articulation & Transfer Clearinghouse (ATC)

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OhioMeansSuccess – Ohio Transfer to Degree Guarantee (T2DG)

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Articulation and Transfer Clearinghouse Clearinghouse College Transcript Receiving Institution Student requests his/her official transcript be sent to another Ohio public institution.Student requests his/her official transcript be sent to another Ohio public institution. Transcript will be sent electronically through the Articulation and Transfer Clearinghouse.Transcript will be sent electronically through the Articulation and Transfer Clearinghouse. Transcript arrives at the receiving institution.Transcript arrives at the receiving institution. Coursework is applied to degree requirements and becomes part of student’s permanent record at the receiving institution.Coursework is applied to degree requirements and becomes part of student’s permanent record at the receiving institution.

Articulation and Transfer Clearinghouse Electronic exchange of transcripts with supplement containing information about statewide guaranteed transfer courses (OTM, TAGs, CTAGs, etc.)

Electronic Integration Backbone Source Institution Target Institution Articulation and Transfer Clearinghouse Supplements incoming information and forwards it Database Populated with approved, equivalent courses or content data When course content matches learning outcomes, course is deemed “equivalent” TAG/OTM/CTAG Electronic Reporting Systems User resource Posts equivalent, OTM/TAG/CTAG approved content Course Management and Tracking System Transcript and Supplement Transcript and Supplement Transcript Belongs to the sending institution and cannot be altered Transcript Belongs to the sending institution and cannot be altered

High School Electronic Transcript Sending high school transcripts to colleges/ universities electronically. Ohio Department of Education is leading this effort.

Transfer Pathways to a College Degree

Earning College Credit While in High School Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO A & B) Dual Enrollment Early College High School Secondary Career-Technical Education (Tech Prep) Advanced Placement (AP) International Baccalaureate (IB)

Pathways Beyond High School Community and Technical Colleges Universities Regional Campuses Adult Workforce Centers

Alternative Credit Credit-by-Exam (AP, CLEP, DSST, Excelsior College Credit-by-Exams, etc.) Credit for Prior Learning Recognition of Military Training, Experience, and Coursework

Pathways Beyond High School High School College Degree University B University A Community/ Technical College Adult Learning Career Ctr Regional/ Branch Campus

Transfer Terminology As students investigate transferring, at times they will hear what sounds like another language. Applicability Articulation/Bilateral Agreement Degree Completion Higher Ed GPA Seamless Transfer Transferability

Student Responsibility Checklist Students with College Credit have the following responsibilities:  Develop a transfer plan with an advisor/counselor  Request official transcripts from all colleges/ universities attended  Request documentation for any alternative credit completed (i.e. AP, CLEP, IB, etc.)  Know the deadlines (e.g. scholarships, admissions, housing etc…)  Understand admission requirements for college and program of study  Create a u.select account  Ask questions/Use resources

Future Statewide Initiatives 1.Academic Calendar Conversion (Quarter-to-Semester) 2.Secondary Career-Technical Alignment Initiative 3.Additional Transfer Guaranteed Pathways

For more information: Ohio Transfer Council Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network Credit Transfer

Karen Dickerson, Director of Transfer Student Services Center The University of Akron (330) Hideo Tsuchida, Director of Articulation and Transfer Policy Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network (614)

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