Transfer Made Easy with the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)

Seamless Transfer. Broader Opportunities.

Get a Head Start on Your Bachelor’s Degree with the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)

Planning to earn a bachelor’s degree? Glen Oaks Community College makes it easy to start here and finish strong at a four-year university. The Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) allows you to complete general education courses at GOCC and transfer them seamlessly to participating Michigan colleges and universities.

What is the MTA?

The Michigan Transfer Agreement streamlines the transfer process by guaranteeing that a block of general education credits will be accepted by most Michigan public institutions—and many private ones, too. By completing the MTA at Glen Oaks, you can:

• Save time and money on your path to a bachelor's degree
• Complete required general education courses close to home
• Transfer with confidence to your next college or university

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MTA Requirements at Glen Oaks

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 Glen Oaks is available through your academic advisor.

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Where Will My Credits Transfer?

The Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) is accepted by all participating public colleges and universities within the state of Michigan, as well as several private institutions. At Glen Oaks, we also maintain strong transfer partnerships with regional Michigan schools, providing seamless pathways for students planning to earn a bachelor’s degree. Below are some of our most common transfer destinations in Michigan:

• Western Michigan University
• Ferris State University
• Grand Valley State University
• Central Michigan University
• Saginaw Valley State University
• ...and many more

How to Get Started

1. Meet with an Academic Advisor – Make sure your course selections align with the MTA.
2. Complete the Required Courses – Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher in each.
3. Request the MTA Endorsement – Once all requirements are met, the MTA endorsement is added to your Glen Oaks transcript.

Additional Transfer Pathways & Articulation Agreements

Glen Oaks partners with four-year colleges and universities through formal articulation agreements—program-to-program pathways that outline exactly how your credits transfer toward a bachelor’s degree. These agreements provide clarity on course sequencing and ensure a smooth transition so you don’t lose time or credits when you transfer.

Articulation Agreements can be found in the Glen Oaks Academic Catalog.

If you’re unsure which pathway fits your goals, our advising team can help you understand your options and connect you with a transfer institution that fits your academic and career plan.

Let's Make It Transfer

Ready to start your transfer journey with confidence? Our advisors are here to help.

Call: (269) 294-4241
Email: advising@glenoaks.edu
Explore: Michigan Transfer Network