Transfer credit and program pathways

Students come to Loyalist College with diverse backgrounds, experiences and goals. We are here to help you on your journey! 

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Transfer credit

If you’re looking to receive credit for previous post-secondary education and/or professional experience, we can help you find the best process to demonstrate your knowledge and skills. 

Program pathways

Already thinking about your next academic goal? We have internal and external educational pathways to help you get there in less time.

Receive credit

Credit transfer and advanced standing

Get transfer credits in recognition of credits earned from an external institution and learn how you could qualify for advanced standing.  

Prior learning and assessment recognition (PLAR) 

Earn academic credits for your previous work experience and non-credentialed learning. 

Military Connected Campus

Specialized programming to support the student success of service members, Veterans, and their families. 

Dual Credit – high school and college

The School College Work Initiative (SCWI) offers several Dual Credit courses that allow high school students to experience college, explore career pathways, and gain post-secondary credit. 


Find your path

Double diplomas

Find out how you can complete a second Loyalist diploma in a related area of study in just one year. 

University and college transfer

Explore our program partnerships with institutions in Ontario, across Canada, and around the world to see how you can get credit recognition in a related area of study. 

Study abroad

Experience new cultures and broaden your horizons while continuing to work towards your academic goals.