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Why ECC?
Everybody’s transfer experience is a little bit different, depending on where you’re coming from, and how long ago you earned the credits you’re transferring in. But our admission specialists are ready to answer your questions and work out any issues you may have. Our goal is to make your transition into Essex County College an easy and stress-free process
Check below for answers to general questions about transferring to ECC.
Wondering how to begin your journey at ECC? Follow these three simple steps, and you’ll have no trouble starting your classes.
Submit your application to be admitted to ECC. A $30.00 non-refundable application fee is required.
Comply with the State of New Jersey requirement for immunization against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella by submitting proof of immunization.
If you are applying for Financial Aid
Submit official college transcripts from all colleges or post-secondary institutions you have attended. Official transcripts should be sent to [email protected].
TRANSFEROLOGYTransferology can help you assess which of your credits will transfer, how those courses may apply to your desired major, and can help you pick out transferable courses at your current school to take before coming to Essex County College
Placement testing is the first step to knowing what classes you should register for. However, transferring students who have already completed courses in English and math may be waived from the placement exam. If testing is required schedule your appointment, using the link below.
Once you have been notified in writing that your transcript evaluation has been completed, contact a department advisor about scheduling an advisement and registration session to plan your initial courses at Academic Advisement.
DEGREE WORKSA web-based tool designed for student and academic advisors to assist in monitoring a student’s past, present, and future academic progress toward degree completion. Visit the Degree Works webpage
Yes. All students enrolling in Essex County College must first submit a college application. In addition, transfer students should also submit official transcripts from any other post-secondary institutions attended.
Transfer credits will be granted based upon exact course equivalency and if the course earned with a grade of “C” or better. ECC will only accept up to half of the courses credits required to complete a program of study.
Once the official transcript has been received and reviewed, a transcript evaluator will notify you in writing regarding any transferable course(s) and the equivalencies. You can also access your Degree Works Audit to determine how the transfer courses apply toward your degree completion.
To have your official evaluation prior to registration, the Enrollment Services Department must receive your Official College Transcript and Application for Admission by the deadline dates.
Yes! To transfer credits, you will need to submit your official transcript and a certified English translation (if necessary) to a transcript academic credential (evaluations) service. This service will send the transcript to ECC so we can determine which credits are transferable. Visit the link below example of NACES credential services members.
No. Transcripts sent to ECC are kept on file and cannot be returned.
