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How will my semester credits transfer to OSU?
OSU is on a quarter-term system. When transferring in coursework from a semester-system institution, multiply the number of credits by 1.5 to see how many quarter credits may be transferred. (For example, 3 semester hours x 1.5 = 4.5 quarter credit hours.)
If you are planning to transfer OSU credits out to a semester system, multiply the number of quarter credits by 0.67 to find out how many credits will transfer (4 quarter credits x 0.67 = 2.68 semester hours). This is a rough estimate and each university may be different. Be sure to check with the university you are transferring to to ensure they will accept the credits.
Note: If you're interested in learning more about transfer of credit at Oregon State University, please check out our credit conversion calculator below for an estimate.
Quarter system
Fall
term
10 weeksWinter
term
10 weeksSpring
term
10 weeksSemester system
Fall semester
15 weeksSpring semester
15 weeksAcademic calendar
Currently it's winter term. See academic calendar for our quarter term schedule.
Spring term starts March 31.
Summer term starts June 23.