Transfer Credit for Computer Science Courses

Current BU students who wish to take external computer science courses for credit should be aware that BU university wide policies and departmental policies apply. This page outlines the steps for finding pre-approved courses, submitting new courses for review, and understanding how external CS credit can apply to your degree requirements.

Note: Incoming transfer or first-year students seeking credit for computer science courses completed prior to enrolling at BU should consult the BU Admissions Office for more information.

Before pursuing external courses, students are strongly encouraged to consult with a CS advisor to ensure the course aligns with departmental guidelines and degree requirements. In most cases, the most straightforward and reliable option is to take an existing BU course that fulfills the requirement. External course approvals are not guaranteed and require additional review, so early planning and advising are essential. Requests are handled on an individual basis.

If you have additional questions about course equivalencies or you have considerable prior CS coursework and are interested in majoring in Computer Science, please reach out to Undergraduate Program Director for more information.