Transfer Credit Appeals Process

Credit Appeals Process for Students Transferring In

Students wishing to transfer in credits from other institutions should first present official transcripts for review by the college Registrar or their designated Academic Counselor. If a student disagrees with the awarding of transfer credits by the Registrar or Academic Counselor the steps below should be taken:

The Registrar or Academic Counselor refers the student concern to the Dean of Academic Policy Advising, Articulation and Transfer who will consult with the appropriate Division Dean or Assistant Dean.
If there is no resolution at the Division Dean or Assistant Dean level, the issue will be referred to the Vice President of Academic Affairs for final resolution.
The Dean of Academic Policy Advising, Articulation and Transfer will then inform the student of the Vice President’s final decision.

Assistance with the Credit Appeals Process for Students Transferring Out

For Northern Essex Community College students transferring out to other colleges who disagree with the awarding of transfer credits, the contact person is the Dean of Academic Policy Advising, Articulation and Transfer. Students in such situations should present their argument to the Dean. If the appeal is reasonable and supportable, students will be encouraged to advocate for themselves. In the event that students cannot resolve the issue, the Dean will advocate on behalf of the student.