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Start your checklist on the Transfer Portal and keep track of your steps. You can start planning your transfer early on to ensure your credits will transfer to an MSU Denver program or use tools like the all new Transfer Portal to see how credits you already have earned will be applied towards your degree.
Transfer Checklist
Will your credits transfer? Explore tools including the new Transfer Credit Portal. See how credits from colleges and universities will transfer and how they apply to your bachelor's degree.
Transfer Toolbox
Whether you need links to the FAFSA application, or information about scholarships and tuition cost. For any additional questions, reach out to the Transfer Services Teams with the Office of Admissions!
Monetary AssistanceSubmit your $25 application fee at the end of either online application method. If you are a student facing financial hardship, you can apply for a fee waiver within the admissions application to waive the $25 application fee.
Summer 2021: June 1, 2021
Fall 2021: July 1, 2021
Spring 2022: December 15, 2021
Fall 2021 Application Deadline extended to August 9, 2021
Students that are 19 years-of-age and younger and have more than 24 transferable credits will be considered as a transfer student (unless courses were completed while in high school) for admission purposes. Only college transcripts will be considered in the review of your application.
Students that are 19 years-of-age and younger and have less than 24 transferable credits will be considered as a first-time college student for admission purposes. Both college and high school transcripts will be considered in the review of your application.
Visit the requirements page for first-time students
*Transferrable credits are college credits that are determined by MSU Denver to transfer into the University. All transferable courses must be considered college level and be completed with a C- or better. Review all guidelines.
Students that are 20 years of age and older will be admitted regardless of their cumulative GPA with submission of an official high school transcript, official GED transcript or an official college transcript with 24 or more transferable credits.
ACT/SAT scores aren’t necessary for admission; Learn more about Test Optional
Official High School Transcript or Official GED Transcripts will be needed to make an admissions decision.
ACT/SAT scores aren’t necessary for admission; Learn more about Test Optional
*Transferable credits are college credits that are determined by MSU Denver to transfer into the University. All transferable courses must be considered college-level and be completed with a C- or better. Review all guidelines.
As a transfer student, it is best to submit official transcripts as soon as possible. However, MSU Denver does not request your official documents when you apply. You are admitted based on the information you enter on your application and/or unofficial documents that you upload, so you should make sure all information is as accurate as possible.
If you are admitted, you will need to submit your official transcripts or GED score (and official test scores if applicable) to complete your file. Enrollment and financial aid can be impacted if you do not submit, so be sure to request them. If you will graduate from your current institution before you begin at MSU Denver, please wait to submit your transcripts until your final grades and graduation date have posted.
Learn the difference between unofficial and official transcripts.
REMINDER: You will need to submit an official transcript from each college or university attended.
Find out about how to submit international application materials here. Click on the “College/University Transcripts” drop-down menu for instructions on how to submit non-U.S. college or university transcripts. Please note that other contents, including TOEFL, visa, etc do not apply to non-F1 students.
A transfer student is any student who has earned college credit after graduating from high school or receiving a GED. The number of credits completed determines what is required in the admission process.
Apply early for quicker processing times and best selection of classes.
The Transfer Services Team within admissions helps students successfully transfer from other colleges to MSU Denver. They also visit community colleges and college fairs. Check out when we will be in your area.
Review the guidelines which explain how MSU Denver determines eligibility of transfer credits.
Phi Theta Kappa’s 2020 Transfer Honor Roll
This distinguished honor is awarded to the top 25% of colleges who earned the highest transfer friendliness rating nationwide
MSU Denver is proud to offer a high-quality education without the high-end price tag. Experience an urban campus and be part of one of the most diverse student communities in Colorado where learners connect with leaders and classrooms lead to careers.
You may be eligible for admission without standardized test scores. However, if you have test scores less than 5 years old (ACT or SAT), it is still a good idea to submit them as these scores can be helpful for advising purposes and course placement. If you do not have standardized test scores, you may need to take a placement test with the Office of Testing Services.
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