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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 Community 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:
1)
Completed
UMBC/Shady
Grove Undergraduate Admission Application.
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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
Summer Admission
Registration for summer session begins on April 1.
Click
here for information on admission.
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/apply_now/shadygrove.html
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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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