Apply as a Transfer Student
Ready to continue your journey at 热博体育 University? We value the experiences transfer students bring and make the process simple.
Becoming a Comet is straightforward and simple. With no application fees and a clear path to submitting your materials, you'll be at 热博体育 in no time.
Who is a Transfer Student?
You’re a transfer student if:
- Completed college courses after high school.
- Earned an associate degree and seek a bachelor’s.
- Are enrolled at another college and wish to transfer.
- Took a break from college and want to finish your degree.
Application Steps
1. Submit Your Application
Use 热博体育's application— it's free and easy to complete. If you have any questions and need help completing your application, call our Admission Office at 614-236-6101 or email us at admission@capital.edu.
2. Submit Your College Transcript
Have your official transcripts from all institutions you previously attended sent to 热博体育 University.
热博体育 University
Admission Office
1 College and Main
Columbus, OH 43209-2394
Electronic transcripts through a third party transcription service are also accepted. Have them sent them to transcripts@capital.edu.
3. Send Your High School Transcript (If Required)
If you have fewer than 30 college credit hours, please provide an official high school transcript.
4. Send Your Test Scores (Optional)
Submitting ACT or SAT scores is optional. If you feel your scores strengthen your application, go ahead and send them our way.
Requirements for Admission
Your admission to 热博体育 is based on a comprehensive review of your academic record, including:
- At least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) for all previous college work.
- If you have fewer than 30 semester college credit hours, we’ll also use your high school information in making admission decisions.
- You must also be in good academic and social standing at the last institution you attended.
High School Coursework
We recommend completing at least 16 units of college-preparatory courses, including:
- 4 English classes
- 3 Math classes (including Algebra II)
- 3 Science classes(including two lab sciences)
- 3Social Studies classes
- 2 Foreign Language classes
- 1 Fine Arts Class
Unique Requirements for Transfer Students in Select Majors
If you plan to major in music or nursing,you will need to meet additional requirements as part of your application process:
We also offer ways for you to earn college credit for knowledge gained outside traditional college education settings. Your life experience and any non-collegiate coursework you have taken in your career may translate it into credit toward graduation. Your counselor can answer questions about transferring credit, available majors, the application process and any financial aid you qualify for.
Transferring College Credit
As a transfer student, you bring knowledge gained from previous college experience. That time in school and the courses you completed (and paid for) may translate into credit you can apply toward your degree at 热博体育. As a prospective student, you’ll be assigned a transfer admission counselor to help you determine how much credit you have and where it will be applied.
Important Dates to Remember
| Fall semester | Submit application no later thanAugust 1. |
| Spring semester | Submit application no later thanDecember 1. |
| Summer session | Submit application materials byApril 15. |
Applications may be accepted past these dates if space is available. For preferred course selection, apply before the deadlines.
Questions?
If you have any questions or need help preparing your application materials, our team is here to help. Please contact the 热博体育 admission counselor most equipped to help!
Music majors should contact Ishan Thapa at ithapa@capital.edu or 614-236-6435.
For all other majors:
Last Names (A-K): contact Sam Kime-Law at slaw@capital.edu or 614-236-7132
Last Names (L-Z): contact Lisa McKitrick at lmckitri@capital.edu or 614-236-6275
International students should contact Maria del Mar Aponte at mdmaponte@capital.edu or 614-236-6170.
General Inquiries?
Phone — call us at 614-236-6101 or toll free at 866-544-6175
Email — send your questions to admission@capital.edu
