How and when to apply as a transfer student

How to apply

Transfer applicants should complete the Common App Transfer Undergraduate Application for Admission either online or in paper format.

Detailed instructions and access to the online application, or a PDF copy to download, can be found on our Application instructions page.

There are some special instructions transfer students should to take note:

• You are not required to submit a letter of recommendation, though it is recommended.
• You are required to submit official transcripts for every college or university you have attended. Saint Martin’s prefers to make its own evaluation of each transcript in granting of credit.
• If you will be transferring in 30 semester credits or less (typically two semesters or three quarters of full-time study) you are required to submit your high school transcript and SAT or ACT scores.
• Running Start students apply as first-year students. Your running start work will be evaluated for transferability and you’ll receive full-credit for the college level work you’ve completed under Saint Martin’s general transfer of credit policies.
• For military personnel, submit military documentation to receive credit (DD214, DD295, AARTES transcripts, CCAF transcripts, DANTES transcripts, DLI transcripts).
• Submit any College Level Examination Program (CLEP) test scores.

When to apply

Saint Martin's University practices rolling admissions, meaning we accept applications and make admission decisions year-round. While this means you can apply up until the first day of class in any semester we highly recommend you apply at least 30 days in advance, especially if you need financial aid, to insure sufficient time for processing both your application for admission and your application for financial aid.

Transfer students can apply anytime during the year, and most apply between February 1 and May 1.

Priority application deadline for transfers is March 1.
Applicants who complete their application by this date receive first consideration for admission, housing, scholarships, and other types of financial aid. Those who apply later will be admitted on a space available basis and should be aware that some types of housing, Saint Martin’s scholarships, and state and federal aid may be limited. Applicants should also submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by this deadline. Visit our scholarship and financial aid section for more information.

Timeline for fall enrollment