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UMBC,
in collaboration with the University System of Maryland and
The Universities at Shady Grove, offers an opportunity for transfer
students to attain their educational goals through various degree
programs. UMBC has a strong relationship with Montgomery College
and other community colleges, which makes the transfer procedure
convenient and efficient.
Applying
for Transfer Admission
The
Admissions Committee evaluates transfer applicants on the basis
of their academic record at previous institutions. Cumulative
grade point average, performance trends, strength of curriculum
and performance in courses related to the intended area of study
are considered. Applicants must be eligible to return to their
most recent institution. All applicants for the UMBC/Shady Grove
degree programs should have completed a minimum of 60 credits
prior to transfer.
For
prospective transfer students, application to UMBC consists
of the following:
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1)
Completed UMBC/Shady
Grove Undergraduate Admission Application .
2)
Official college transcript(s) from each college or
university previously attended; Transcripts
should be sent by the registrar of each institution
to the UMBC Office of Undergraduate Admissions. A final
transcript must be sent upon completion of any course
work currently in progress.
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3)
A $50 nonrefundable application fee (check
or money order payable to: UMBC). Phi
Theta Kappa Honor Society members may have this fee
waived. Verification of your membership should be enclosed.
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4)
For applicants wishing to be considered for academic
scholarships, an essay.
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5)
A list of courses in progress.
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Fall Admission
Priority:
March 15
Final:
May 31
Spring
Admission
Priority:
Nov. 1
Final:
Dec. 15
Transfer
Credit
UMBC
accepts credits only from regionally accredited institutions.
Generally, courses passed with a grade of "C" or better
are considered for transfer. A detailed transfer credit evaluation
will be sent to admitted students after receipt of final transcripts.
To
download an application and to access information on UMBC's
transfer requirements and other information related to registration,
please visit: http://www.umbc.edu/undergraduate/pdf/shadygrove_2006.pdf
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This link also includes information on International transfer
credit, International students and students with International
credentials, Financial Aid, and Transfer Scholarships.
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