Transfer Credit
Transfer credit is granted for satisfactory completion (“C” grade or higher) of courses taken at a regionally accredited two- or four-year college or university, including dual enrollment courses taken while still in high school. The course credit is applied to NDMU's degree requirements in accordance with Notre Dame Transfer Policy, established/articulation agreements, and course-by-course evaluation, as appropriate.
Students transferring to NDMU should familiarize themselves with the transfer policy or consult their admissions counselor if there are any questions during the admissions process. Evaluation of transfer credit is available prior to applying to the University.
Courses taken from companies or agencies other than an accredited college or university are assessed using the American Council of Education Credit Recommendation Service. Final approval on all transfer courses and credit is determined by the University Registrar.
Transfer of Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree
Notre Dame of Maryland University recognizes the value of community college education and the rigorous standards of accredited institutions offering Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) degrees. To facilitate seamless transfer and promote student success, Notre Dame of Maryland will accept a completed AA or AS degree from an accredited institution within the state of Maryland as fulfilling the general education requirements of its undergraduate programs, except that transfer students must complete one mission-oriented course (outside of their major and taken at NDMU) from the approved courses in Pursuing Meaning and Purpose (RST or PHL), Becoming an Engaged Citizen, or a course in a Modern Foreign Language at the 102 level or above. Exclusions: Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees and other career/technical-focused degrees are not covered under the policy.
Reverse Transfer
NDMU participates in the Maryland statewide Reverse Transfer Program. This Program allows students entering NDMU as transfer students without completion of the Associate (A.A. or A.S.) to "transfer back" credits completed at NDMU to secure the initial Associate's degree. Transfer students can "opt in" to this program by completing the form located on the Notre Dame website (ndm.edu) or through their admissions counselor during the application process.
Official Transcripts from all institutions of higher education must be received by NDMU no later than mid-semester of the student's initial term of enrollment.