Admission Info for Transfer Students

Homecoming

There's a place for you at ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è!

At ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è, we value your perspective and life experiences. That’s why we meet you where you are in your educational journey and clear a path for you to finish your degree. Whether you're transferring from a community college or four-year university, finishing a degree you started years ago, or changing careers, we’re committed to helping you reach your goals. And so is our community. When you become a Piper, you'll join a group that values connectedness: where people (even faculty!) know your name.

Here's what it means to transfer to ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è:

  • Get a prestigious degree at an affordable price

    95% of incoming transfer students receive grants or scholarships, including generous scholarships specifically for transfer students.
    Explore scholarships for transfer students

  • Join a large transfer student community

    25% of 2024 undergraduates transferred from two- or four-year colleges or universities.
    Get involved in student life at ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è

  • Get your degree sooner

    We offer a two-year graduation assurance for transfer students with Associate of Arts degrees from regionally accredited colleges and universities.

  • Get the support you need

    ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è has been recognized by the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society as excelling in supporting transfer students.


 

Transfer Honor Roll 2025
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Transferring credits

Learn which courses and tests can transfer to ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è, how your credits will transfer from your current school, transfer pathways for students at Minnesota state community colleges, and more.

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Application and deadlines

Ready to apply? Find out all the whats, whens, and hows of applying to ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è as a transfer student -- then submit your application!

Transfer student information sessions and events

Don't see an event that works for you? Check out our Visit page for other upcoming admission events or to schedule a one-on-one meeting, or view a Virtual Tour for an up-close view of the beautiful ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è campus.

Transfer Students

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Apr 27
Monday
1:00 pm - 3:15 pm

Transfer Visit Day

ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è: Giddens/Alumni Learning Center (GLC)

Join us on the ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è campus on Monday, April 27, where you'll learn about the transfer and admission process, hear from current transfer students, take a campus tour, and discover what's unique about being a Piper.

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Ben Rosenberg '24

After being remote and online for so long at other universities, coming to the ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è campus felt like I had finally arrived. That I was finally able to have the college experience that I wanted.

Ben Rosenberg '24, computational data science; of Burlington, IA
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Why transfer to ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è?

Associate Director of Transfer Admission Kaia Sherburne shares how there is a place for everyone here at ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è.

Transferring from a Minnesota State Community College?

We guarantee ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è admission for students who have completed an associate of arts (AA) degree and the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) if they have met all eligibility criteria.

Meet your transfer team

ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è is dedicated to the success of our transfer students. Learn more about our experienced Transfer Team staff who will help you throughout your time at ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è.

Not sure who to contact? Reach out to us at admission@hamline.edu, and we'll get you in touch with the right person to answer your questions.

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Ash Robinson

ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è is really welcoming. Most of my cohort is four years younger than me, and I’ve never felt like that was an issue. I think that’s really unique about ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è.

— Ash Robinson '21; biochemistry
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Looking to transfer to an online program?

Interested in transferring to ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è but looking for a fully online option? We offer degrees in business, psychology, and organizational leadership, as well as a bachelor's degree in education for those currently working in K-12 schools as paraprofessionals.

Still have questions? Connect with a counselor!

Still have questions about transferring to ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è? Complete our "request information" form, and we'll follow up with you about all the whys and hows. We'll even evaluate your transcript before you apply!

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