Transfer Admissions

Fall Applications

• Regular decision deadline - July 1
• School of Art & Design applicants: please contact Kristen Vargason for questions related to the portfolio.
• International student deadline - March 15

Spring Applications

• Regular decision deadline - December 1
• School of Art & Design applicants: please contact Kristen Vargason for questions related to the portfolio.
• International student deadline - October 15

Should I Follow the Transfer Application Process?

You should follow the transfer application process at Alfred University if you have:

• Completed/attempted credit hours at an accredited college or university as a matriculated student after completing your high school degree or equivalent 
• Achieved a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, and 
• Demonstrated good social standing at your previous institution 

Start the Transfer Application Process

To transfer to Alfred University, follow the steps in the Transfer Student Checklist or apply now by selecting one of these three convenient application options:

  Go to Alfred University Express Application

Go to The Common Application

International Students: Please review additional application requirements here.

School of Art & Design and Performing Arts Students: Please review the portfolio/audition requirements for your transfer application. 

View Undergraduate Art Portfolio Requirements

View Undergraduate Performing Arts Portfolio Requirements

Articulation, Cooperative & Early Acceptance Agreements

Articulation and cooperative agreements are formal partnerships established between two institutions of higher learning that provide students a clear path for transferring into specific degree or advanced academic programs. The agreements clearly define the policies and procedures for maintaining the appropriate curriculum for achieving your desired outcome.

View Academic Programs & Agreements

Information about the New York State Presidential Transfer Scholarship offered through Alfred University's partnership with Suffolk County Community College is also available on our Articulation, Cooperative and Early Acceptance Agreements page.

Transfer vs. Readmission

You should only apply as a transfer student if you meet the criteria above. If you don't meet the criteria above and attended AU in the past, have completed/attempted credit hours at an accredited college or university elsewhere, and are now interested in returning to AU, please follow the readmission application process.

Transfer Credits

Courses considered for transfer credit from an accredited institution are evaluated on a course-by-course basis and may be considered if a student has earned:

• a grade of “C” or better, and/or
• a grade of “pass” and “credit” in courses graded pass/fail or credit/no credit.

The maximum number of semester credit hours transferable from all sources is 90 and applies to transfer credit earned both before and after admission to an AU degree program. Additionally, all students are responsible for:

• completing the major and general education requirements for their program of study,
• earning at least 45 credits in residence at Alfred University, either on campus, at an extension site or through distance education, and
• completing their final 30 semester credit hours in residence.

Course Equivalencies

To get started, take a look at our current course equivalencies. Courses are evaluated and updated on an ongoing basis by the Registrar’s Office.

Interested in seeing how your credits will transfer to Alfred University?  Simply fill out this short form and upload your transcripts to receive a preliminary credit evaluation. 

Evaluate my credit

AP & IB Credits

Please see our AP & IB Credit Equivalencies page for a comprehensive list of examination and diploma equivalencies.

Become a Saxon

Congratulations, and welcome to Alfred University! Once you've been formally accepted, there are just a few simple things to do before you officially attend. 

Make Your Deposit

The deposit holds your place as an incoming student. Students should submit their deposit as soon as they have decided to enroll at Alfred University.

Deposit Today

Follow the Accepted Student Checklist

An easy step-by-step guide on all the things you need to do before officially attending Alfred University:

View Accepted Student Checklist

Register for Orientation & Plan Your Arrival

Orientation is a time for you to get to know your classmates and the campus. We have special programs and activities that will bring you up to speed both socially and academically. Please note that Alfred University students are required to attend one of our Orientation Sessions.

While you're planning your arrival on campus, consider double checking to make sure you've completed everything you'll need in order to come to AU so you can spend more time getting to know your fellow classmates during Orientation and Welcome Week.

View Orientation Checklist