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Post University Transfer Credit · Computer Science 230

CIS 241 – Python Programming at Post.

Earn this Post University equivalency through UPI Study's Programming in Python — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Programming in Python — transfers as CIS 241 – Python Programming at Post University
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Programming in Python
Computer Science 230 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Post University recognizes as
CIS 241 – Python Programming
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CIS 241
NECHE accredited since 1972 · Transcript sent directly to Post University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Post
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of programming in python, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Apply Python programming concepts to real-world scenarios — including data types, constructs, I/O operations, object-oriented programming, graphical visualization, functions, and standard modules — to solve complex programming challenges
  • ✓Implement decision structures and loop structures proficiently, ensuring effective programming logic and control flow in Python code
  • ✓Master algorithm design and data analysis techniques, including fundamental search algorithms, recursion, sorting techniques, and practical applications like the Towers of Hanoi problem, to analyze and solve real-world problems effectively
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to programming & systems development Python language syntax & input/output Data types, variables & type conversion Error handling & code quality Arithmetic, relational & logical operators Decision structures & conditional expressions Loops: while, for, nested & loop-else Functions, scope & control flow Lists, tuples & dictionaries Python modules & best practices Object-oriented programming (OOP) Inheritance & polymorphism Recursion & algorithm design File handling & exception management NumPy, Pandas & data analysis Data visualization essentials
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Post University's registrar. Post applies the equivalency: CIS 241 – Python Programming.

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Programming in Python — two ways to enroll.

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Tuition saved vs Post per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate compares Post University's $629/credit online undergraduate rate against UPI Study course pricing. Post requires a 73% grade to accept a UPI course; UPI credit applies to General Education requirements only (not Major, Core, Concentration, or Minor). Maximum UPI transfer: 15 credits into an associate's, 30 into a bachelor's. Final credit awards are determined solely by Post University's registrar.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Programming in Python → Post.

📚 About Programming in Python
What is Programming in Python?
Programming in Python is a hands-on college-level programming course. It is Computer Science 230 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & NCCRS.
Do I need prior programming experience?
No prior experience is required. The course is designed to take you from fundamentals to practical competency, with structured lessons and exercises that build your skills step by step.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About CIS 241 – Python Programming at Post
Does Post University accept Programming in Python as a direct equivalent to their CIS 241 – Python Programming?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Post University, UPI Study's Programming in Python is recognized as a direct named equivalent of Post's CIS 241 – Python Programming — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Programming in Python as transferring as CIS 241 – Python Programming — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your Post transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CIS 241 – Python Programming at Post or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CIS 241 – Python Programming, Post typically applies UPI Study's Programming in Python as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your Post advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CIS 241 – Python Programming directly at Post?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your Post degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while Post's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without Post enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at Post to reduce overall program time.
Does Post University ever change which courses they accept as CIS 241 – Python Programming?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Post University explicitly lists Programming in Python → CIS 241 – Python Programming. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to Post
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Post degree?
Post University accepts up to 25% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 30 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Post under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Post.
Do I need to enroll at Post first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Post enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Post when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Post?
Once you complete Programming in Python, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Post University. Post's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CIS 241 – Python Programming) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Programming in Python for your Post credit.

What is Programming in Python?

Programming in Python is an introduction to writing instructions that a computer can follow. In this course, students learn Python syntax, how to work with data, make decisions with code, repeat tasks with loops, and organize programs with functions and modules. It also covers basic problem-solving ideas used in computer science, such as search, sorting, and recursion.

How the course teaches you

Programming in Python is a self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading weighted at 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignments, and 50% Final Exam. When you complete the course and your transcript is sent to Post University, Post can evaluate it as CIS 241 – Python Programming, which is a named course equivalency rather than a general elective match.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course builds practical Python skills in data handling, decision-making, loops, functions, modules, and basic algorithms such as search, sorting, and recursion. At Post, that preparation can fit into degree paths such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, where a course like CIS 241 – Python Programming may support progress in a structured plan of study.

Skills you walk away with

Write Python programs using correct syntaxUse variables, data types, and type conversionBuild decisions with if/else and conditional expressionsCreate loops with while, for, and nested structuresDefine and use functions with proper scopeWork with lists, tuples, and dictionariesUse modules, basic search, sorting, and recursion

Taking this course toward Post

After you finish the course, your transcript is sent to Post University for review. Post's registrar applies the course as CIS 241 – Python Programming, which means the credit is tied to a specific catalog course rather than counted only as general elective credit. That named recognition matters because it can slot into a Post degree plan more directly, including programs such as the Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science. Post accepts transfer credit up to 30 credits, or 25% of a program, and the course must meet the 73% (C) minimum for transfer.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students planning ahead for Post University and wanting a specific course match, since CIS 241 – Python Programming is recognized there as a named equivalency. It is especially useful if you are trying to stay within Post's transfer ceiling of up to 30 credits, or 25% of a program, and need a course that has a clear place in the degree audit. It is not the best choice if you need a broad, non-technical elective or if you are looking for unlimited transfer credit, since Post still applies its own limits and requires a 73% (C) grade or better.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Post.

Post University is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit. A 73% (C) grade or better is required for a course to transfer.

What Post offers UPI students
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
✓Flexible career-focused online degrees
✓73% (C) grade accepted for transfer
✓Built for working adults
The numbers
30 credits
Max UPI transfer toward a bachelor's
15 credits
Max UPI transfer toward an associate

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Post University.