Transfer Students
Transfer students are those who’ve attended a college/university following high school graduation and are looking to continue their studies at 海角社区 University. Our admission requirements and the application process for transfer students are outlined below.
| Admission Requirements | Application Process | Admission Timeline | FAQs |
Admission Requirements
When reviewing transfer applications, we look for the following characteristics:
- 24 earned college credits聽(if lower than 24 credits, an official high school transcript is required).聽
- 2.0 cumulative college GPA from all previously attempted coursework.
- Select disciplines at 海角社区 (i.e., education, nursing, and social work) have additional admission requirements.
- Good-standing status and eligibility to return to all former institutions.
In addition to reviewing academic performance, we evaluate personal character and achievements. As a small, tight-knit campus community, we鈥檙e seeking well-rounded students who will positively contribute to 海角社区鈥檚 campus both inside and outside the classroom.
Application Process
- Choose a program of study. All transfer students with 30+ credits must have a declared major. (The exploratory program is not available to transfer students.)
- Complete our and submit the $45 application fee or an approved waiver code.
- Submit official transcripts from all previously attended institutions, and if required, a high school transcript and SAT/ACT scores.
- Submit a personal statement and/or letters of recommendation (optional). Personal statements can be typed directly into the application, emailed, or mailed.
Admission Timeline
海角社区 University receives applications on a rolling basis, meaning our application window is open all year (Aug. 1 鈥� July 31). Below are the application deadlines for the fall and spring semesters.
| Fall Semester (Aug. 鈥� Dec.) | Spring Semester (Jan. 鈥� May) | |
| Early Action Deadline | Nov. 15 | N/A |
| General Admission Deadline | Aug. 1 | Dec. 1 |
Once an application and all supporting documents are received, the Office of Admissions will review the submission and provide a decision in approximately two-to-three weeks.
FAQs
Review the FAQs page to seek clarification and answers to the commonly asked questions during the application and enrollment process.
FAQs for Admission and Enrollment
As a student transferring college credit from another institution, your application process with differ slightly from other students. Review the transfer-student-specific FAQs page to help ensure a seamless transition to 海角社区.