Who Is Considered a Transfer Student?
If you’ve graduated from high school and have enrolled at another college or university, you’re considered a transfer student at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD).
How to Apply as a Transfer Student
Step 1: Submit Your Application
Apply to UMD using our online application (link below). When prompted, you may indicate on the application that you are a transfer applicant.
Upon completing your application, you will be asked to submit a $40 application fee. However, you may also self-attest whether or not you qualify for a fee waiver in the application itself.
Early Action Deadline for students seeking earlier opportunities to submit a housing application and sign up for orientation. All transfer students are encouraged to apply by this deadline for the best experience.
- Fall semester: April 1
Regular Decision Deadlines for transfer scholarship consideration:
- Spring semester: October 15
- Fall semester: June 15
Final Application Deadlines for transfer students
- Spring semester: December 1
- Fall semester: August 1
Step 2: Submit Your Transcripts
To complete your application submit your:
- Final unofficial or official high school or GED transcript with a graduation or diploma date
- Updated transcript from every college/university you've been enrolled at
Upload unofficial transcripts directly to your application or email them to [email protected]
Official transcripts may be ordered for delivery to UMD via:
Important: Your application can be reviewed with unofficial transcripts, but official transcripts are required before you can start classes:
- Fall Semester: Due by August 1
- Spring Semester: Due by January 4
Special Transcript Notes:
- Students who have coursework through University of Minnesota campuses do not need to provide transcripts from these institutions.
- Students transferring from Minnesota State institutions must request those transcripts. UMD does not have access to Minnesota State transcripts.
- Bachelor’s Degree holders do not need to submit a high school transcript.
Step 3: Confirm Your Enrollment
Once admitted, confirm your spot and sign up for Orientation. You won’t be able to register for classes until you attend Orientation.
Need Help with Your Transfer Application?
Have questions about transferring to UMD? Contact our admissions team at [email protected]
Transfer Credit
Course Equivalencies
Transfer applicants can use Transferology to determine course equivalencies to UMD. Courses listed as “Maybes” can be submitted to the Office of Admissions for review by clicking “Request Information”. Additional information regarding transfer credit can be found on our One Stop website. UMD requires a minimum letter grade of “D” or higher to honor transfer credit for a course. However, some majors require a letter grade of “C-” or higher for prerequisite/major-related courses.
Liberal Education Requirements
Transfer applicants who have completed the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC), an Associate of Arts (AA), an Associate of Science (AS), or a prior Bachelor’s Degree are exempt from UMD’s Liberal Education Requirements.
Visit Campus
Visit Programs
Transfer applicants are encouraged to sign-up for a Transfer Student Campus Visit. This will give you the opportunity to meet one-on-one with a Transfer Counselor and go on a personalized campus tour. Transfer applicants are also welcome to participate in our general visit programming.
Virtual Events
Can't visit campus? Sign up for an upcoming virtual event for prospective transfer students!
Individual Appointments
Call (218) 726-7171 or email our office ([email protected]) to schedule a 1-on-1 appointment with a Transfer Counselor (available virtually or in-person). Topics for discussion typically include the application process, transfer of credits, academic opportunities at UMD, and more.
Transfer Scholarships
Award Criteria
Transfer applicants who meet the following requirements are eligible for a Transfer Scholarship (up to $3,000 total over three years):
- 3.40 cumulative college GPA
- Completed at least 15 college credits
- Apply by the regular decision deadline (October 15 for Spring, June 15 for Fall)
- Students who hold a prior Bachelor’s Degree are not eligible
Transfer applicants will automatically be considered for a Transfer Scholarship upon admittance to an undergraduate program at UMD. Transfer Scholarships are only valid for the entry term they are awarded. For a list of additional scholarship opportunities, visit the One Stop Scholarships page.
Renewal Criteria
Renewal of the Transfer Scholarship for subsequent years is contingent upon maintenance of a 3.0 University of Minnesota cumulative GPA and maintenance of full-time undergraduate status.