Thinking about earning college credit online and transferring it to a school in the Northeast? StraighterLine makes it easy with affordable, self-paced courses that are guaranteed to transfer to our 180+ partner schools. Plus, over 3,000 colleges and universities have accepted StraighterLine credits, giving you even more options to achieve your academic goals and save thousands while earning your degree.
This guide highlights our partner colleges and universities in the Northeast that are guaranteed to accept the credits you earn online, at your pace through StraighterLine — and make credit transfer easy for you.
How StraighterLine Credit Transfer Works
More than 180 colleges and universities nationwide (including in the Northeast) partner with us to create guaranteed credit transfer plans so that you can move your credits seamlessly from StraighterLine to your school, and have them count toward your degree. While we have these agreements in place with our partners, it’s always best to confirm with your school’s admissions or registrar’s office — just so they know what’s up and can give you the green light to go ahead and enroll in the courses you want to take with StraighterLine.
StraighterLine Partner Schools in the Northeast
Here are the colleges and universities in the Northeast that partner directly with us to guarantee your transfer credits count toward your degree at their institutions.
Connecticut
Maine
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
Vermont
Looking for StraighterLine partner schools from states in other regions of the country? Check out these other regional guides of schools that are guaranteed to accept StraighterLine credit:
- Midwest Colleges and Universities That Accept StraighterLine Credits
- Southern Colleges and Universities That Accept StraighterLine Credits
- Western Colleges and Universities That Accept StraighterLine Credits
How to Transfer Your Credits Smoothly
StraighterLine takes the guesswork and complexity out of transferring your credits to your school. Follow these steps to make sure all your hard work with StraighterLine counts toward your degree:
Pick Your Target School Early: Know where you want to transfer your credits? Check their credit transfer guidelines upfront to ensure the smoothest possible process when it comes time to transfer credits.
Confirm Course Equivalencies: Contact your school’s admissions or registrar’s office to see which StraighterLine courses you can take to knock out your degree requirements.
Complete Your Courses: Once you have the green light from your school, enroll in your StraighterLine courses, take as little or as much time as you need to complete them, and get a final class grade of 70% or above to ensure they’re eligible for transfer credit.
Send Your Transcript: Once you complete your courses, request a transcript through your StraighterLine account. Just let us know where to send your grades, and we’ll handle getting them delivered to your school.
Why Use StraighterLine?
If you’re looking to knock out your GenEds and PreReqs without breaking the bank, StraighterLine is the way to go. Here’s why:
Save Big — StraighterLine courses cost about $79 + the monthly membership cost ($99). That adds up to thousands saved when compared to the cost of courses at traditional colleges and universities.
Go at Your Own Pace — Complete your StraighterLine courses in days, weeks, or months — it’s up to you.
Guaranteed Credit Transfer — With 180+ schools guaranteed to transfer your credits and another 3,000+ schools that accept StraighterLine credits, you can be confident your hard work will count toward your degree.
Skip the inconveniences — no timelines, no deadlines, no need to worry about class availability. Start anytime and enjoy more control over your path to your degree.
Get Started Today
StraighterLine makes earning college credit fast, affordable, and flexible. Whether you’re looking to transfer your credits to a school in Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, or elsewhere, this guide will give you a leg up for getting started.
Check out our course catalog to see which StraighterLine classes you can take to save time and money on your degree — we’re talking semesters and thousands of dollars!
FAQs
How do I know if my credits will transfer to my school?
StraighterLine partners with over 180 colleges and universities on guaranteed credit transfer agreements, and many other schools accept our credits. It's always best to confirm with your school’s admissions or registrar’s office to ensure a smooth transfer.
What is the cost of StraighterLine courses?
StraighterLine courses are affordable, costing around $79 per course plus a $99 monthly membership fee. Compared that to the cost of taking just one course directly with a traditional college or university ($1,200+) and see how you can save thousands on tuition just by taking a few of your courses with StraighterLine.
How do I transfer my StraighterLine credits to a partner school?
Once you complete your course, request a transcript through your StraighterLine account and we'll have it sent to your school. Be sure to confirm your school’s transfer guidelines before enrolling.
Can I take StraighterLine courses at my own pace?
Yes! StraighterLine offers flexible, self-paced courses with no timelines or deadlines. You can complete your courses in days, weeks, or months, giving you control over your learning schedule.
How do I know which courses are eligible for transfer?
Before starting, check with your school’s admissions or registrar’s office to confirm which StraighterLine courses meet your degree requirements for transfer. Once you have the green light that your school will accept your credits, go ahead and get enrolled in your StraighterLine courses so you can get started.
