Articulation agreements are formal partnerships between two or more college and universities to document the transfer policies for a specific academic major or degree program. The transfer agreement provides a formalized pathway and smooth transition for transfer students. The agreement also details any benefits provided from one institution to the other.

Articulation agreements ensure that students understand which courses will transfer. With a transfer agreement, students are more likely to make better course choices, thereby saving both time and money. Four-year universities are noticing that transfer students have a high graduation rate, and well-crafted transfer agreements often contribute to a student’s success at the university.

Additional benefits:

• Promote curriculum alignment, relevance, and integration
• Facilitate communication between and among educational institutions
• Reduce duplication of instruction
• Expand program content
• Enhance public relations
• Assist with recruitment at all levels of education
• Promote a more unified educational system