RN transcripts are individually assessed to permit maximum transfer of university credits where compatible with Loyola courses. Based on the transcript evaluation, each student is able to develop a progression plan that meets personal needs. Faculty advisors assist in developing an individualized plan for completion of the BSN degree. Since progression plans are individualized, each student is allowed to pursue the BSN degree at a pace that best suits the student.

Policies Governing Transfer Credits

University policies and practices governing the transfer of college credits are outlined in the Loyola University Undergraduate Bulletin. Important information related to transfer credits is summarized:

1. As a general rule, a maximum of 64 credits may be transferred into Loyola from an accredited junior college (i.e., 24 hours of lower division nursing credits and 40 hours of lower division liberal arts, adjunct and elective credits).
2. The 64 credit limitation on transfer credits from junior colleges does not apply to credits transferred from 4 year colleges and universities.
3. The last 25% of course work (30 credit hours) must be completed at Loyola University, and the final 24 credit hours must be completed in the College of Social Sciences. The student may request an exception to the last 30-hour rule when a course needed to graduate is not offered by the College of Social Sciences.
4. At least 50% of upper-division nursing courses (13 crs) must be completed at Loyola.
5. Courses that are challenged at Loyola and for which the student receives advanced placement (an AP grade on the transcript) are not counted toward the last 30 hours. Note: Students are responsible for providing a rationale for the requested substitution, a course description and other relevant documents if needed. The request must be approved first the student’s faculty advisor then it is routed for approval either to the School of Nursing or the Dean’s office.

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