Credits taken abroad will be issued on an official university transcript unless noted in the program material. It is up to the home university to determine how the credits earned abroad are going to transfer back to the student’s academic record. EuroLearn requires pre-trip approval of the subjects the student wishes to take in order to help the student make the appropriate academic selection, as there may be prerequisites, additional course fees, etc. Since students will be directly enrolled in an overseas university, EuroLearn cannot guarantee the availability or admittance to any subject.
Class Level In general, most Bachelor's degree programs in Europe are completed in 3 years. There are rarely core elective requirements to fulfill, so students start taking classes towards their major during their first semester. Therefore, 1st year classes in Europe are generally equivalent to 2nd year classes in the US/Canada; 2nd year European classes are equivalent to 3rd year US/Canada classes; and 3rd year European classes are equivalent to 4th year US/Canada classes. There are always exceptions to this, however, and it is up to your university to decide the credit and level they will award.
Grading Conversion
The grading system typically works on a strict bell curve and students are expected to perform a great deal of independent study in order to achieve high marks. In general, you should be prepared for some differences between the overseas and the U.S./Canadian academic systems and be aware that you may experience a period of adjustment.
Sample Grading Conversion Charts The grading scales differ between institutions. Grading scales and conversion charts are provided for each individual EuroLearn institution in the student’s pre-departure Participant Guide and will be included with each official transcript at the completion of the term abroad. Most U.S./Canadian institutions will not accept your transfer credit unless you obtain at least the equivalent U.S. grade of C or better in your subjects. In some cases, subjects may be evaluated and transferred as Pass/Fail. To find out how you will be evaluated both at your home university and at your chosen university abroad, please ask your study abroad or academic advisor at your home campus once you are enrolled with EuroLearn. A grading conversion guide will be provided to your home university with your transcript, upon completion of your semester or year abroad. A copy of the conversion guide can be requested from EuroLearn at any time.
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