The transfer pathways below show students how their credits will transfer from Monroe Community College to Canisius University.
These pathways are intended as general guides and are subject to change. Course availability, program requirements, and articulation agreements may be updated. Students are encouraged to consult with an advisor to confirm the most current requirements.
Core Curriculum Transfer Guide Sheet: Monroe Community College (MCC) → Canisius University
A transfer guide sheet shows how courses from MCC serve to complete Canisius University’s Core Curriculum requirements.
Courses must be at the 100 level or above, minimum 3 credits, grade of C- or better. Unlisted courses may qualify — contact a Canisius representative to review.
| Core Area | Canisius Course | MCC Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | ||
| ENG 111: Academic Writing | ENG 101 or 200 | |
| ENG 112: Writing about Literature | ENG 105 | |
| PHI 101: Intro to Philosophy | PHL 101 | |
| RST 101: Intro to Religious Studies | No Equivalent / Take at Canisius | |
| Breadth of Knowledge | ||
| Field 1 | Religious Studies | No Equivalent / Take at Canisius |
| Field 2 | Philosophy | PHL |
| Field 3 | Literature and Arts | ART, CIN, ENG (literature or creative writing courses), MUS, PHO, or THE |
| Field 4 | History | HIS |
| Field 5 | Social Sciences | ANT (except 205), COM 270, CRJ, ECO (101, 111, 112), GEG 102, LAW, POS, PSY, SOC, or URS |
| Field 6 | Natural Sciences | BIO, CHE, GEO, or PHY |
| Field 7 | Mathematical Sciences | MTH 150 and above |
| Knowledge and Skills | ||
| Justice | No Equivalent / Take at Canisius | |
| Ethics | PHL 103 | |
| Diversity (of American culture) | HIS 111 or 112 | |
| Global Awareness (Non-US Culture) | Western Civilization or Other World Civilization elective (as defined in SUNY General Education requirements) | |
| Advanced Writing-Intensive | No Equivalent / Take at Canisius | |
| Oral Communication | SPC 142 | |
| Core Capstone | ||
| Core Capstone | No Equivalent / Take at Canisius | |