The following CFTEA courses are required for completion for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Degree with a Banking Major and provide 42 credits toward the required 120. You can transfer even more adding up to 90 CFTEA credits to save the most money at $116 per credit hour. (Click Course Titles for Details and Pricing). Check with the CFTEA office prior to starting with St. Joseph’s to ensure completion of CFTEA required courses.
Not sure what you have taken? Request a transcript from the CFTEA today to start the process and find out what courses you’ve taken with an informal transcript and take steps to complete CFTEA courses that can help you gain your degree faster and in many cases with the financial assistance of your organization. The CFTEA office can provide needed direction on what courses to take next to work toward your goal.
At $116 per credit hour, it just makes sense to gather as many CFTEA credits as you can before jumping into a degree program. Your future self will thank you, your wallet will too. Start your conversation with Tammy in the CFTEA office for guidance at 207-688-6225. She loves helping people map out their next step and has walked plenty of students through this journey.
If finishing your degree has been sitting on your someday list, maybe today is the day to carve out a little time and start the conversation. One meeting could open a lot of doors, and you do not have to figure it out alone.


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St. Joseph’s collaboration for bankers represents a concept that was way ahead of its time from the start and the fact that we have kept pace with changes to ensure continued relevance is something all can appreciate.
Your SJC admissions counselor will be able to provide information about potential partnership discounts for your institution. Your CFTEA Contact for the Saint Joseph’s College program is [email protected]
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CFTEA partners with accredited institutions to support degree pathways aligned with banking and financial services careers. Currently, this includes the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Banking Major through St. Joseph’s College.
No. CFTEA and St. Joseph’s College are open to students throughout the United States. All required coursework is available online, allowing students to complete the program regardless of location.
Yes. CFTEA programs are built with working professionals in mind, offering flexible, online coursework that allows learners to progress at a manageable pace while maintaining full-time employment.
Many CFTEA courses are ACE-accredited, which makes them eligible for transfer at colleges and universities based on each institution’s transfer policies. However, every college ultimately retains the right to accept or deny transfer credit.
CFTEA has an established partnership with St. Joseph’s College, which guarantees acceptance of dozens of CFTEA courses. In fact, several CFTEA courses are required to earn the Banking Major degree at St. Joseph’s College.
Students may transfer up to 90 credits toward the 120 credits required for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Banking Major, depending on program requirements and completed coursework.
Before spending money on transferring credits, we strongly recommend contacting the CFTEA office for personalized guidance. Our team can help you understand how CFTEA coursework fits into your degree goals and ensure you receive the greatest possible benefit.
You should also review the Transcript and Credit Transfer page, where you’ll find important details and the CFTEA Student Request for Record Keeping Services Form, which is required to document completed coursework.
The most cost-effective way to begin is with CFTEA. Students can transfer up to 90 of the 120 required credits toward the degree, significantly reducing overall tuition costs.
CFTEA courses are offered at an affordable $116 per credit hour, making it advantageous to complete as many eligible credits as possible through CFTEA before transitioning to St. Joseph’s College to complete the degree.
The CFTEA office is available to help students evaluate goals, plan coursework, and understand transfer options. Reaching out early helps ensure the most efficient and cost-effective path to degree completion.