Future Transfer Students

The first step to becoming a UMN Twin Cities student is to understand which majors are offered and how the University is structured.

• This UMN Twin Cities Major Key can help you research your degree options. Each profile includes information about the degree requirements, related careers, and learning abroad opportunities.
• When transfer students apply to the University of Minnesota, they are required to indicate a specific major on their application. Students can list a first and second choice major. 
• Majors at the UMN Twin Cities are organized by college. The UMN Twin Cities has nine colleges that admit undergraduate students and four undergraduate health science programs. These colleges and health science programs have unique admission requirements and may also vary in their application process and deadlines.
• If the first and second choice majors are housed within two different colleges, your application will be reviewed by both colleges, but you will only receive one admission decision.
   

Because your admission is based upon your intended major, it is important that you research your options and have a good idea of what you would like to study at the University of Minnesota before you apply.

• We understand that students change their mind or may be considering multiple majors and careers, and that’s okay. However, we encourage you to explore your options and speak with a Transfer Specialist before applying to make sure you have the information you need to reach your goals.
• Be aware that transferring between colleges and majors after admission may not be possible. It is important to research your options before submitting your application.

Review the Transfer Admission Process, Connect With a Transfer Specialist, and Visit Campus

• Once you have an idea of what you would like to major in, it is important to connect with a representative from your intended college early. A Transfer Specialist can answer your questions about the application and admission process and help ensure you are on-track and ready to apply. Here is a checklist of questions you may want to ask during your meeting or information session.
• You can find an overview of the transfer admission process on the Office of Admissions website.

Understand the Admission Requirements for Your Intended College & Major

• Each UMN  Twin Cities college has its own admission requirements and some majors have their own unique course prerequisites and requirements as well. It is important to research this information early on in your admission process. 

Understand How Your Credits Will Transfer

There are two main categories of transfer credits to consider, the U of MN Twin Cities Liberal Education requirements and major-specific requirements.

• The Liberal Education Requirements are a set of general education courses that are the same for every U of MN degree. You can use Transferology to explore how your classes transfer and whether they meet our Liberal Education (LE) requirements.
  • Note: for students transferring from a Minnesota State university or community college, most of these requirements can be met by completing the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum or an Associate in Arts degree.
• This overview of transferring credits will get you started on determining how your previous courses will apply to your intended major and how to submit a transfer course for review if you need to.

Now that you are ready to apply for admission, please remember that different colleges have different application requirements and some colleges do not admit for spring semester. 

To view what makes a transfer application complete, visit the Application Checklist for Transfer Students.

Note: If you are conditionally admitted, that means your offer of admission is contingent on fulfilling specific requirements. Keep an eye on your App Tracker portal to learn what you need to submit.  

Once you have applied for admission, you can apply for housing, financial aid, and the University Honors Program:

• Housing: Because of limited on-campus housing options for transfer students, the U of MN  provides off-campus housing listings.
  • Note: New students do not need to wait for an admission decision to apply for on-campus housing. You can apply for on-campus housing once you have submitted an application for admission.
  • If you plan to live off campus, the Office of Off-Campus Living provides resources and support to commuter students.
  • There is also a UMN Roommate Finder if you are looking for an off-campus roommate. 
• Financial Aid: Understanding your options for financing your degree is a key step in ensuring you have a seamless transition to the UMN  Twin Cities.  It is important to consult with a financial aid counselor at your current institution or a U of MN One Stop Counselor, who can talk with you about the financial aid application process, the U of MN's cost of attendance, and your current financial aid status.
• Honors: Students with a GPA over 3.5 should consider applying for admission to the University Honors Program (UHP).
• Once you have been admitted you will begin to receive more information about  your next steps related to New Student Orientation and Welcome Week.
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