Transfer Student Services

Community College Students

On their path to a bachelor's degree, many students choose to start their higher education journey at a local community college.?With several community colleges in the area, CSU is the next stop for many local community college students. The resources on this page will provide you with helpful information needed to make the transition from a local two-year, in-state institution to Cleveland State University.


Associate of Arts/Associate of Science General Education Waiver

CSU has agreements with Cuyahoga Community College, Lakeland Community College, and Lorain County Community College that waive most general education requirements for students who complete selected associate degree programs. These agreements acknowledge the value of your associate degree and are intended to encourage seamless transfer and a smooth transition to junior standing and study in upper-division courses. Complete one of the approved associate degree programs below, then transfer to CSU secure in the knowledge that your lower-division general education requirements are done.?

Associate of Arts Degree

  • Cuyahoga Community College
  • Lakeland Community College
  • Lorain County Community College?

Associate of Science Degree

  • Cuyahoga Community College?