Transfer student admission
What is a transfer student?
At Arizona State University, a transfer applicant is a student who has attended one or more colleges or universities and has completed 12 or more transferable semester credits post-high school. Students with fewer than 12 transferable credits are considered incoming first-year students.
What are the transfer competency requirements?
You must have completed one of the following:
- Graduated from high school.
- Earned a GED.
What are the transfer aptitude requirements?
You must meet one of the following:
- Transfer students with 12–23 transferable credits must have a minimum 2.50 cumulative transfer GPA and meet first-year student admission requirements.
- Transfer students with 24 or more transferable credits must have a minimum 2.50 cumulative transfer GPA.
- Transfer students who have earned an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited higher education institution must have a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA (for Arizona residents) or 2.50 cumulative GPA (for nonresidents).
Download this infographic to help guide you through the transfer requirements.
Some degree programs have higher admission requirements, including programs in business, engineering, journalism, and nursing. To find the requirements for your specific program, please visit ASU’s Degree Search.
“A” = 4.00; ASU accepts college-level courses in which you have earned a “C-” or better.
What is the ASU transfer student admission process?
Follow these steps to apply to Arizona State University as a transfer student.
Step 01
Complete the undergraduate application for admission
Apply online with ASU’s Application for Admission. The application takes about 20 minutes to complete. Application fees are nonrefundable.
ASU’s Application for Admission
Applying to multiple schools? ASU also accepts the Transfer Common Application. ASU does not have a preference for which application you use to apply, and we do not require an essay, self-reported grades or personal statement for either of these options. You need to submit only one application and fee to be considered for admission to ASU. Application fees are nonrefundable, and any duplicate applications for the same term will be cancelled. If you’ve previously applied to ASU via the Common Application, you must reapply using the ASU application.
Step 02
Activate My ASU and your ASURITE UserID
You will receive your ASURITE UserID and activation code via email within one to three business days of submitting your application. If you have previously applied to ASU, your ASURITE User ID will remain the same. You'll use your ASURITE User ID to log in to My ASU.
Step 03
Submit the nonrefundable transfer application fee
Arizona residents: $50
Domestic nonresidents: $80
ASU Online: $70
International nonresidents: $85
You can pay for the ASU application fee using a credit card (Visa or MasterCard) or eCheck at the time you submit your transfer application or when you log in to My ASU. Or you can mail a check or money order to Admission Services (payable to Arizona State University) at the address below.
Admission Services Applicant Processing
Arizona State University
PO Box 871004
Tempe, AZ 85287-1004
The application fee is required in order to process your application. If you applied for admission through the Common Application, pay the application fee through that application.
Step 04
College or university transcripts
ASU requires official transcripts from all previous institutions you’ve attended in order to process your application. Visit the registrar’s website for your college or university and request your official transcripts be sent directly to Admission Services.
Many colleges and universities use a secure electronic service (such as Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse) to send official transcripts. Select Arizona State University from the vendor’s dropdown list to ensure the transcript is routed to the correct place. If an email address is requested, you can route to [email protected].
Please note that transcripts sent by students to [email protected] will not be accepted as official. This address is only for transcripts received from secured and approved transcript services, or directly from an authorized school official at the issuing institution.
Official transcripts delivered by hand will be accepted only if they are sealed in the original envelope provided by the institution and bear the institutional seal and registrar’s signature.
Upon graduation or completion of your final term at your current school, request a final transcript be sent directly to ASU Admission Services with all grades and/or degrees posted.
ASU does not accept faxed college transcripts.
How to send transcripts to ASU
Find out more about transferring credits to ASU.
High school transcripts
In addition to college and university transcripts, official high school transcripts are also required if:
You have fewer than 24 transferable semester hours of college credit after high school.
You're applying to a program that specifically requires a high school transcript, regardless of your credit hours. This includes programs such as business and engineering.
You've earned an associate degree (or higher) but with fewer than 24 transferable semester credits post-high school.
Make sure that your high school transcripts reflect all four years of coursework and include your graduation date. Transcripts must be sent directly from the high school through a secure electronic service approved by ASU, by mail, or via email directly from a school official. ASU only accepts hand-delivered official high school transcripts if they are in a sealed envelope provided by the school. ASU does not accept faxed high school transcripts.
Completed a GED? Order your official GED transcript online to be sent directly to ASU. ASU requires a battery average score of 170 or higher for tests taken after 2013. ASU also accepts the HiSet, TASC (Test Assessing Secondary Completion), California High School Proficiency Examination, and College Credit Pathway, with some limitations. Learn more here.
Test scores
ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission, but in some cases may be used in place of a high school GPA if necessary. Have your scores sent to ASU directly from ACT or College Board. If you have taken AP, IB or CLEP exams, request your scores be sent directly to ASU.
Students seeking a second baccalaureate degree must meet admission criteria for that degree. Official transcripts are required from all previous colleges and universities you’ve attended. High school transcripts are not required unless you have selected a higher requirement degree program that requires it. If admitted, a minimum of 30 credit hours in resident credit courses at ASU must be successfully completed to earn the second baccalaureate degree and all degree and university requirements of the second degree must be met. After admission, your academic advisor in your college will help you determine if there are enough courses to meet this criteria for your chosen program. For more information on additional degrees, visit the university undergraduate graduation requirements page.
Are you an international transfer student? See international transfer student information.
Step 05
Monitor application status on My ASU
Once all application items, including the application fee and official transcripts, are received and processed, your application will move into review for admission. Please allow at least two to four weeks to receive an admission decision. Be sure to monitor My ASU regularly for updates to your application status, including any additional items that may be requested during your application review.
Recommended action items
Fill out the FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is used to award grants, loans, Federal Work-Study and certain scholarships. We encourage you to compare financial aid and college costs. ASU’s Federal School Code is 001081.
Submit your completed FAFSA by ASU’s Jan. 15 priority filing date to be considered for the most need-based aid.
Explore Barrett, The Honors College
Barrett, The Honors College is a customizable honors experience for motivated undergraduate students at all four ASU campuses and ASU Online. It offers dedicated faculty mentorship, career prep support, and exclusive research and internship opportunities that give your resume a competitive edge.
Barrett’s two-year Upper Division track is the perfect fit for ASU transfer students. Review deadlines and eligibility requirements for Barrett below.
Important transfer deadlines
*This is a priority deadline, not a final deadline. ASU will continue to accept applications on a rolling basis until the start of the term.
Schedule a transfer appointment
Make an appointment with an ASU transfer representative to learn more about studying at ASU and get all your questions answered.
Frequently asked questions about transferring to ASU
What GPA do you need to transfer to ASU?
Arizona State University generally requires transfer students to have a minimum 2.50 cumulative transfer GPA for admission consideration, although specific requirements vary based on how many credits you have after high school. Some degree programs have higher GPA requirements, but many students can qualify through alternative admission pathways or by strengthening their academic record. We know that GPA isn't the only indicator of success in college, and that past performance isn't always an indicator of future success.
What is the lowest GPA ASU will accept?
The minimum GPA for transfer admission consideration at ASU is typically around 2.50. However, admission requirements can vary based on completed credit hours and intended major. See ASU’s Degree Search for any additional requirements for your specific program. Now, does this mean we let just anyone in? Not quite. ASU is all about accessibility and excellence. We know that GPA isn't the only indicator of success in college, and that past performance isn't always an indicator of future success. This approach is one of the reasons ASU is the most innovative university in the U.S. for 11 straight years.
Is it too late to transfer to Arizona State University (ASU)?
It’s usually not too late to transfer to Arizona State University. The university offers multiple start terms throughout the year, giving students flexibility to apply when they’re ready. ASU uses a rolling admission process without any “hard” deadlines, allowing students to receive an admission decision within two to four weeks of completing their steps to apply.