Academic Preparation
Applicants who are attending or have attended a junior or senior institution will be considered for transfer admission if they meet the following criteria:
- Completed/attempted credit hours at an accredited college or university as a matriculated students after completing a high school degree or equivalent
- Achieved a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Demonstrated good social standing at the previous institution
The applicant’s most recent academic performance is the primary consideration in transfer application review. Transfer candidates with a GPA below 2.5 but above 2.0 may be considered for admission, however, a personal interview with an admissions counselor is recommended and a specific essay may be required. The essay should discuss why the student’s academic performance has been inconsistent with ability and why the student expects to achieve greater success at Alfred University. Additional faculty recommendations are also encouraged.
Transfer applicants should submit the following items when applying for admission:
- Application for Transfer Admission via the Common Application or Alfred University Application
- Official transcripts from each college/university where college credit has been earned which includes all academic work to date
- A final official high school transcript or equivalent
- Essay
- At least one letter of recommendation from a faculty member at the institution from which the student is transferring. If a faculty recommendation cannot be obtained, recommendations may also be submitted by professional members of the student’s community who are not relatives and who can serve as valid references
- School of Art & Design and Performing Arts Division BFA applicants please refer to the Portfolio Requirements section
Transfer Application Deadlines
July 1- Regular fall enrollment
Dec. 1- Regular spring enrollment