Which step should you take to understand how dual enrollment credits transfer to a four-year university?

• A. Check transfer agreements and articulation policies; verify with the receiving institution that credits will transfer toward intended degree.
• B. Rely on automatic transfer without verification.
• C. Ignore articulation policies.
• D. Wait until you enroll full-time for a year to see if they transfer.

Answer: (A)

Understanding how dual enrollment credits transfer hinges on knowing how colleges map courses to degree requirements. You should review transfer agreements and articulation policies, then confirm with the receiving university that the credits will count toward your intended degree. Transfer agreements spell out which dual enrollment courses are eligible to transfer, how they appear on transcripts, and where they fit—such as general education versus major requirements. Articulation policies explain any limits or equivalencies that could affect transfer. By checking these resources and requesting a credit evaluation from the university, you can plan effectively and avoid surprises later. Relying on automatic transfer without verification is risky because not all courses transfer or count toward your degree, and ignoring articulation policies leaves you without a clear transfer path. Waiting a year to see if credits transfer is already too late for careful planning.