Transfer Application Requirements

Apply as a transfer student to Manhattan University — we offer rolling admissions, which means there’s no deadline. Browse our transfer application requirements and checklist.

Deciding to transfer is a big decision. No matter the reason you are looking to transfer to Manhattan University, our caring faculty and staff will work hard to make sure you'll succeed here. We streamline our transfer application process so that you receive your next steps quickly. Decisions on completed applications are made within two business days, and transfer credit evaluations are shared within 7-10 business days.

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Ready to take the next step towards your future at Manhattan University? Submit your application here: Submit Your Application

Upon applying to transfer to Manhattan, I was contacted by the welcoming and helpful staff in Admissions who helped me get all the required forms together and addressed all of my concerns. Transferring to Manhattan is the best decision I could have made and it is reaffirmed day in and out.

Elmer Ortiz Polanco '23, Transfer Student

Application Checklist

In addition to completing the application, please submit the following

  1. Official high school transcript - this is required even if you have already completed a two -year Associate’s or four-year bachelor's degree.
  2. Official college transcript(s) - Having official transcripts sent electronically via email is the preferred method of delivery. If you have attended more than one college, you must submit an official transcript from each institution
  3. One letter of recommendation from a high school teacher, college professor or employer is required.
  4. Personal statement. This statement should be around 500-600 words.

Transfer Application Timeline

Did we mention there are no deadlines? It's true. We accept undergraduate transfer applications on a rolling basis .

However, the date you apply does determine when you will receive a decision. Depending on when you're applying, you can expect the following:

audience Application Deadline
Fall Applicants Fall applicants will receive a decision notification between February and August.
Spring Applicants Spring applicants will receive a decision between September and January.

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Meet Transfer Students

Watch a video where students explain why they transferred to Manhattan College and learn about their experiences after they arrived:

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