Transfer Your Credits with the Michigan Transfer Network
Career and Transfer Planning
Heather Kilgore
Career and Transfer Coordinator
hkilgore@glenoaks.edu
269-294-4283
Seamless Transfers with the Michigan Transfer Network
Start at 51¶¯Âþ. Finish anywhere in Michigan.
If you're planning to earn your associate degree at 51¶¯Âþ and transfer to a four-year college or university in Michigan, the Michigan Transfer Network (MiTransfer) makes it easier than ever to plan your journey.
51¶¯Âþ Community College proudly participates in MiTransfer — a statewide collaboration that helps students transfer credits with confidence. Whether you’re pursuing a career in business, education, health sciences, or any number of fields, MiTransfer ensures your courses align with your goals.
What is MiTransfer?
MiTransfer is a partnership between Michigan’s public colleges and universities, including 51¶¯Âþ, designed to streamline the credit transfer process. Through shared agreements and tools, students can:
- Explore how courses transfer between institutions
- Plan transfer-friendly associate degrees
- Understand how the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) works
- Reduce credit loss when transferring
- Graduate on time and with less debt
MTA Requirements at 51¶¯Âþ
To satisfy the MTA, students must successfully complete at least 30 credit hours with a grade of 2.0 or higher in each course, distributed across these categories:
- English Composition – 1 course
- Second English Composition or Communications – 1 course
- Mathematics – 1 course
- Natural Sciences – 2 courses from different disciplines (one with lab)
- Social Sciences – 2 courses from different disciplines
- Humanities and Fine Arts – 2 courses from different disciplines
A full list of MTA-approved courses at 51¶¯Âþ is available through your academic advisor.
Why 51¶¯Âþ + MiTransfer?
Starting at 51¶¯Âþ is a smart, affordable first step toward your bachelor’s degree. Through MiTransfer, you can:
- Save Thousands: Tuition at 51¶¯Âþ is significantly lower than most four-year schools.
- Stay Close to Home: Begin your college experience in a supportive, local environment.
- Transfer with Confidence: Use MiTransfer tools to make sure your credits go further.
We work with you to build a personalized transfer plan — one that fits your goals, budget, and timeline.
How MiTransfer Works
Here’s how 51¶¯Âþ students can use MiTransfer to stay on track:
Search Courses
Use the Course Search Tool to see how your 51¶¯Âþ classes transfer to participating Michigan colleges and universities.
Explore Participating Schools
All of Michigan’s public universities and many private colleges are part of the MiTransfer network.
Plan a Transfer Pathway
Many associate degrees at 51¶¯Âþ are aligned with MiTransfer Pathways — structured guides for specific majors.
Transfer Your Degree
The Transfer Your Associate Degree tool helps you make the most of your 51¶¯Âþ experience.
Understand the MTA
The Michigan Transfer Agreement ensures that students who complete a set of general education requirements can transfer them as a block to most Michigan institutions.
Need Help Planning Your Transfer?
Our transfer specialists are here to help you create a step-by-step plan using MiTransfer.
Heather Kilgore
Career and Transfer Coordinator
Email: hkilgore@glenoaks.edu
Phone: 269-294-4283