TESU Eliminates SOME Study.com Transfer Credits [unconfirmed]

[rachel83az]

So they are still accepting the Python course after 12/31 correct? Talking to TESU advising can be a bit confusing.

Also, all the credits I have transferred in from Study.com are still good right? I'm just 9 credits away from degree completion. Liberal Arts Capstone, Computer Architecture, and one Lower Level CS Elective (which is why I'm taking Python). I am currently taking Computer Architecture at another school and going to transfer it in. The assignment on Study was a little hectic.

Yes, the Python course should still be accepted. At least, it's not been mentioned yet. There's a slight chance that they'll stop accepting it (because someone might have forgotten to mention it earlier), but I'd guess a 99% chance that it'll continue to be accepted. And, yes, all of the credits that you've already transferred to TESU are fine. They are not going to suddenly take a course off of your degree plan. 

What school are you taking Computer Architecture at? What was its cost and did you need to take any prerequisites at the school to be able to access it? I'm hoping for a non-TESU alternative for students who still want to complete a CS degree after January 1st.

[Lee586]

So they are still accepting the Python course after 12/31 correct? Talking to TESU advising can be a bit confusing.

Also, all the credits I have transferred in from Study.com are still good right? I'm just 9 credits away from degree completion. Liberal Arts Capstone, Computer Architecture, and one Lower Level CS Elective (which is why I'm taking Python). I am currently taking Computer Architecture at another school and going to transfer it in. The assignment on Study was a little hectic.

Yes, the Python course should still be accepted. At least, it's not been mentioned yet. There's a slight chance that they'll stop accepting it (because someone might have forgotten to mention it earlier), but I'd guess a 99% chance that it'll continue to be accepted. And, yes, all of the credits that you've already transferred to TESU are fine. They are not going to suddenly take a course off of your degree plan. 

What school are you taking Computer Architecture at? What was its cost and did you need to take any prerequisites at the school to be able to access it? I'm hoping for a non-TESU alternative for students who still want to complete a CS degree after January 1st.

How do I know if it's in my degree plan? Is "Academic Evaluation" the official degree plan? 

I am enrolled in the school and just finished SOS-110.

As for where I took Computer Architecture, I am taking it at Western Governors University. They do not offer standalone courses. So you'll have to take a full 12 credit load. I took Architecture, Software Engineering, and a couple other classes. If you only need one class, I would not recommend. Also, if you do not get financial aid, I also would not recommend it. If you need multiple classes and eligible for financial aid, then it's not a bad option.

[rachel83az]

Yes, the academic evaluation is the official plan.

Oh, WGU. That's too bad! I was hoping to find something that international students would still be able to access.

[LevelUP]

The assignment on Study was a little hectic.

No kidding.  Learning Chinese independently with no instruction would be a bit hectic too.  lol 

As for where I took Computer Architecture, I am taking it at Western Governors University. They do not offer standalone courses. So you'll have to take a full 12 credit load. I took Architecture, Software Engineering, and a couple other classes. If you only need one class, I would not recommend. Also, if you do not get financial aid, I also would not recommend it. If you need multiple classes and eligible for financial aid, then it's not a bad option.

That's as the British would say, bloody brilliant!

I didn't know they let you pick and choose courses. 

If you have a Pell Grant, it's almost free to go to WGU.  One TESU course in Software Engineering is $1500+ so taking that at WGU saves a bunch of money.

[bjcheung77]

How do I know if it's in my degree plan? Is "Academic Evaluation" the official degree plan? 

I am enrolled in the school and just finished SOS-110.

As for where I took Computer Architecture, I am taking it at Western Governors University. They do not offer standalone courses. So you'll have to take a full 12 credit load. I took Architecture, Software Engineering, and a couple other classes. If you only need one class, I would not recommend. Also, if you do not get financial aid, I also would not recommend it. If you need multiple classes and eligible for financial aid, then it's not a bad option.

Just curious, I was wondering why you're taking WGU courses towards a BACS at TESU, when WGU they already have a BSCS? I noticed you are taking or have taken the SOS-110, I am guess you're going for a degree at TESU. Was there something you were going for at WGU?

[Lee586]

How do I know if it's in my degree plan? Is "Academic Evaluation" the official degree plan? 

I am enrolled in the school and just finished SOS-110.

As for where I took Computer Architecture, I am taking it at Western Governors University. They do not offer standalone courses. So you'll have to take a full 12 credit load. I took Architecture, Software Engineering, and a couple other classes. If you only need one class, I would not recommend. Also, if you do not get financial aid, I also would not recommend it. If you need multiple classes and eligible for financial aid, then it's not a bad option.

Just curious, I was wondering why you're taking WGU courses towards a BACS at TESU, when WGU they already have a BSCS?  I noticed you are taking or have taken the SOS-110, I am guess you're going for a degree at TESU.  Was there something you were going for at WGU?

The WGU degree would take too long. I work full time so I'm assuming it would take me at least a few terms. Plus my financial aid runs out after this semester. Plus.... I really, really don't want to take Discrete Math II. 

TESU saves a ton of time, money, and no Discrete Math II. Most employers won't overly care of the Bachelor of Arts. If anything, a Public State University looks a bit better on paper anyways than the #1 enrolled University in the nation (WGU). Although WGU is still a fine respectable choice.

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The assignment on Study was a little hectic.

No kidding.  Learning Chinese independently with no instruction would be a bit hectic too.  lol 

As for where I took Computer Architecture, I am taking it at Western Governors University. They do not offer standalone courses. So you'll have to take a full 12 credit load. I took Architecture, Software Engineering, and a couple other classes. If you only need one class, I would not recommend. Also, if you do not get financial aid, I also would not recommend it. If you need multiple classes and eligible for financial aid, then it's not a bad option.

That's as the British would say, bloody brilliant!

I didn't know they let you pick and choose courses. 

If you have a Pell Grant, it's almost free to go to WGU.  One TESU course in Software Engineering is $1500+ so taking that at WGU saves a bunch of money.

They will give you A LOT of pushback, and will have a preferred order for you. Do not take no for an answer. Just be firm on the classes you want on your first term. (As long as you meet the pre reqs, which I did).

[studyingfortests]

The way I understand it is as long as they’re completed by 12/31/21.

I requested transcripts to be sent to tesu from sdc 10 days ago and still haven’t seen anything on it. I can’t remember how long it usually takes. I figured they’re probably slower because of the holidays. Sdc was very fast on their end.

10+ days isn't uncommon.  One trick I learned: when TESU receives it, and when it shows up on your evaluation are pretty different.  And I didn't always reliably get the emails that they'd received the transcripts.  But there's a link in walkingstick.tesu.edu that will let you see what transcripts TESU has received, and transcripts show up there before they show up in your evaluation.  So you might check there to see if it's been received (It won't say SDC; it will say "TESU-ACE.") 

You can also email stusupport@tesu.edu and ask them to check if it's been received. I've had good luck with that when things have been sluggish.

[Lee586]

About to take the Final for the Python Programming course on Study. Already had the assignment graded. Once they give me a final grade after watching the test video, it will say Date Completed 12/30 correct? Not the day they actually watch the video. I believe this is how my other classes were as well. 

Then I just send it to TESU and they will count it, since it was completed prior to 1/1 correct?

[rachel83az]

About to take the Final for the Python Programming course on Study. Already had the assignment graded. Once they give me a final grade after watching the test video, it will say Date Completed 12/30 correct? Not the day they actually watch the video. I believe this is how my other classes were as well. 

Then I just send it to TESU and they will count it, since it was completed prior to 1/1 correct?

This is correct, yes. You will have completed the course before 1/1, so you should be fine. You've probably already taken the exam; hope you got a good score!

[bjcheung77]

For those who have the experience or knowledge and want to do a PLA, this might be an option: https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-...#pid353858