The University of Georgia accepts transfer credit for ENGL 1101 and 1102 from most campuses in the UGA system, although not all. We accept transfer credit from most colleges and universities across the nation, although again there are exceptions. In many cases, we need to see additional documentation before making a decision. Here are some guidelines for seeking Transfer Credit for ENGL 1101 and 1102.
Follow these steps . . . .
1. Confer with your advisor. Your advisor will tell you which course might possibly receive transfer credit for Freshman English and will advise you as to the likelihood of getting credit for a particular course. Make sure that you know which class you will be submitting for ENGL 1101 or 1102 credit.
2. Consider whether your course fits the definition of a freshman writing course. Below are some basic criteria that the Freshman English Office uses to determine whether a course can be considered a writing class.
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How do you define a writing class?
A. Involves a substantial number of papers, most of them written out-of-class. At UGA, classes write 5 papers and a final exam.
B. Involves a substantial amount of writing. UGA guidelines are approximately 1,000-1,500 words per paper for a rough total of 5,000-7,500 word per semester.
C. Involves an intensive focus on the writing process. Includes multiple drafts, peer editing and teacher feedback and revision for both argument and grammar/correctness.
D. Involves critical analysis and thinking. ENGL 1101 deals with expository writing and argument, ENGL 1102 with literature. Nevertheless, both classes focus on critical thinking skills and are conducted largely through discussion rather than lecture. |
3. Collect the materials necessary to make your case. For classes that are easily recognizable as Freshman Composition courses, you will need to bring with you a copy of your Transfer Credit Report and a copy of the relevant course description from the Course Catalogue of the institution where you took the class under discussion. If you and your advisor are suggesting that credit be given for a course that is not a traditional freshman composition class, then you will make a stronger case if you can bring a copy of your class syllabus (particularly if it lists the number and length of papers written for the class) and/or the actual papers that you wrote for this class.
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Where can I find these supporting materials?
A. Transfer Credit Report: Go to the Admissions Office in Terrell Hall.
B. Course Description from the Course Catalogue: If you have a copy of the course catalogue from the institution where you took the course, that's great! Bring it or a xerox of the relevant descriptions. No catalogue? Go to the Main Library and ask at the Reference Desk for the CD ROM resource they offer called: College Source.
You can also do a search for your college on any computer with internet access. Bring up Netscape or Internet Explorer. Try a standard search engine such as Yahoo or Google. Search for the exact name of your institution by putting it within quotation marks: "Timbuktu College." Many schools can also be found through the American Universities website.
C. Syllabus from your class: If you still have the syllabus from your class, great! If you don't and especially if your class was a traditional Freshman Composition class, you may well be able to get hold of a departmental syllabus or sample syllabus that gives us a general idea of how writing was taught at your institution. Check the website for a departmental syllabus or sample syllabi. If this does not help, find the English or Writing Program's phone number from the website or College Source, call the main office and explain to them what you need and why. You can ask for a syllabus to be sent via snail mail to:
First-year Composition Program
Department of English
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602-6205
ATTN: Jane Barroso |
If you are in a hurry, syllabi can be FAXED to the English Department at (706) 542-2181. Have the fax sent to: Jane Barroso, First-Year Writing Program Secretary. Make sure that the FAX indicates your name as well (e.g., syllabus for Joe College). We process a lot of these requests!
D. Papers that you wrote for the class: If you have the papers from your class, please bring them with you. They help us immensely!
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4. Bring all of your materials to the First-year Composition Program Office (128 Park Hall).
Christy Desmet, Director
Deborah Church Miller, Assoc. Director
Wesley Venus, Asst. Director
Jane Barroso, Secretary
Don't forget: At a minimum, make sure that you have your:
- transfer credit report
- course catalog description |
