Harper College Transfer Pathway – BSOL

Online Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership

Butler University and Dallas College have formed an educational partnership to help Dallas College students, alumni, and employees continue their education and complete Butler’s Online Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership.

Harper College Transfer Pathway – Online Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership

Graduates of Harper College who complete an A.A., A.S., or A.A.S. degree may transfer credit hours toward Butler University’s online undergraduate completion programs, including the Online Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership.

What This Agreement Covers

The agreement is structured to make the transfer path clear and student-friendly, including:

  • Block transfer acceptance (minimum 60 credits)
  • A set of “met / not met” Butler requirements (so students can quickly see what still remains)

What’s Fulfilled

For Harper students with an A.A. or A.S. degree, the following Butler Core Curriculum areas are generally considered met through block transfer credit:

  • First-Year Seminar (FYS)
  • Areas of Inquiry: Analytic Reasoning (AR), The Natural World (NW), Perspectives in the Creative Arts (PCA), Well-Being (WB), The Social World (SW), Texts and Ideas (TI)
  • Butler Cultural Requirement (BCR)

A.A.S. graduates typically receive a block transfer of 57–60 credits, and any missing Areas of Inquiry or English composition requirements are identified and completed as part of their Butler program.

What Courses Will I Take?

After transferring, you’ll complete the remaining Butler coursework needed to finish your degree. This includes your major/program coursework at Butler plus any remaining Butler requirements identified through transfer evaluation.

Partner Benefits for Harper Students

  • 10% tuition reduction for Harper students, alumni, and employees in the BS in Organizational Leadership (contingent on admission and available funding).
  • Application fee waived for Harper students, alumni, and employees applying to the BS in Organizational Leadership.

Next Steps

  • Apply to Butler – Begin your application for the Online Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership.
  • Send transcripts or ask questions – Email gobutler@butler.edu with your questions.
  • Discuss your plan with Harper advising – Work with a Harper advisor to confirm the best time and pathway to transfer.
  • Explore Outside Scholarships – Visit Butler’s Outside Scholarships page.

Estimated Program Cost

Butler’s remaining credits are billed per credit hour. Your total cost will depend on transfer credits, study abroad choices, and pacing. For the latest tuition and fees, please consult Butler’s Tuition & Fees resources or contact Financial Aid.

Why Butler

  • Designed for degree completion – an online, flexible format that supports working adults.
  • Clear transfer pathway – block transfer for A.A. and A.S. degrees, with clear plans for A.A.S. graduates.
  • Leadership skills that travel – build a toolkit you can use across industries and roles.

Questions?

Email gobutler@butler.edu or contact your Harper advisor to talk through your path into Butler’s Online BS in Organizational Leadership.