Our goal is to make the transfer process for Maricopa Community College students as simple and streamlined as possible. For your reference, we have outlined below some of the more frequently asked questions and answers. However, our Admissions Center is here to help you every step of the way. Should you have a question or concern that is not addressed here, please contact us and one of our admissions counselors will be happy to assist you.

  1. I have already graduated with an Associate's degree from one of the Maricopa Community Colleges. How will my credits transfer to JIU?

    Maricopa graduates with a minimum GPA of 2.0 will be eligible to transfer up to 90 lower-division credits into the JIU bachelor degree program of their choice. These credits will be accepted as a block enabling Maricopa graduates to enter JIU as upper-division students. Students who have completed more than 90 lower-division Maricopa credits or whose lower-division credits/competencies are equivalent to designated upper-division credits/competencies can request that JIU evaluate such credits/competencies and, where appropriate, equivalent upper-division credit will be awarded.



  2. I have completed some coursework at one of the Maricopa Community Colleges, but I have not yet earned my associate’s degree. How will my credits transfer to JIU?

    If students have completed equivalent General Education courses at one of the Maricopa Community Colleges, these courses will be accepted as a block toward satisfying the General Education requirements at JIU. If students are interested in transferring to JIU with less than associate’s degrees (and they have not completed the General Education requirements), JIU will review their completed courses on a course-by-course basis to determine their transferability.



  3. I have an Associate in Applied Science. Do I still qualify for transfer?

    The AAS will transfer as any other associates degree.



  4. What is the transfer application process?

    Transferring to JIU is an easy process. Simply complete the following three steps and you will be well on your way to earning your bachelor’s degree!

    1. Complete the admission application and essay responses for one of the JIU bachelor degree programs. All JIU applications are accessible online at www.jonesinternational.edu and print copies can be requested by contacting the JIU Enrollment Center at 1.800.811.5663.

    2. Submit an official copy of your Maricopa Community College transcript. All transcripts should be sent directly to the JIU Admissions Office by Maricopa.

      Jones International University
      Attn: Admissions
      9697 E Mineral Avenue
      Centennial, CO 80112
      U.S.A.

      The JIU Admissions office can also assist you with obtaining these transcripts. For further information regarding this process, please contact the admissions center at 1.800.811.5663.

    3. Return the completed application with a $50.00 non-refundable application fee (check, money order, or credit card).



    Applications are accepted throughout the year and students have up to three months to submit official documents to complete their admissions files. Admissions decisions are made on a weekly basis.

  5. How will I access my courses?

    Everything you need to earn your degree is online and accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All you need is a computer, access to the Internet, any standard Web browser, and a desire to learn.


  6. Is JIU accredited?

    Yes. JIU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a member of the North Central Association, a United States regional accrediting agency. For more information, you may contact them at www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org or at 30 North La Salle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602 or call toll-free 800.621.7440. Regional accreditation is the highest level of accreditation a university can obtain and is recognized throughout the U.S.A.