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Can I Transfer in Courses I Have Failed? 

Excel High School and Northgate Academy do not accept failed courses for credit transfer. If a student failed a class at a previous school, they must retake it to fulfill graduation requirements. Additionally, transferred courses retain their original grades—students cannot retake passed courses to improve their GPA. All transferred credits must appear on an official transcript from an accredited institution.

No, Excel High School / Northgate Academy does not transfer in failed courses. If a student failed a class at a previous school, they will need to retake the course at Excel High School or Northgate Academy to earn credit.

Example:
❌ If a student failed Algebra 1 at a previous school, they must complete Algebra 1 at Excel High School/Northgate Academy to meet graduation requirements.
✅ If a student earned a C in Algebra 1, we will transfer in the course and corresponding grade—they cannot retake the course at EHS/NGA to improve their GPA.

Key Credit Transfer Policies

  • Failed classes do not transfer – Students must complete any previously failed courses at Excel High School.
  • Transferred courses retain their original grades – Students cannot retake a course with Excel for GPA improvement if it was transferred in with a passing grade.
  • Official documentation is required – Courses will only transfer if they are listed on an official transcript from an accredited school.

What If I Want to Retake a Passed Course for a Higher Grade?

Excel High School does not allow students to retake transferred courses for GPA improvement. If a student wants to improve their GPA, they should:

  • Take new courses or additional electives at Excel High School / Northgate Academy.
  • Focus on earning higher grades in current and future coursework.

How to Transfer Credits to Excel High School

To request a credit transfer, have your official transcript sent directly from your previous school to:

Final Note

Excel High School / Northgate Academy only accepts officially documented coursework from accredited schools. Any credits that do not appear on an official transcript will not be transferred.