Transfer Students
Start Your Transfer Application
Select the application that works best for you. All application options are free. If you previously submitted an application to Allegheny College, please contact the Transfer Coordinator at admissions@allegheny.edu to reactivate that application.
Start an Allegheny Application
Additional Application Option
Common ApplicationImportant Transfer Dates
Application Decision Notifications Are Rolling
Oct 18-24National Transfer Student Week
Dec 1Spring Application Deadline
June 1Priority application deadline!
July 1Fall Application Deadline
A Transfer-Friendly Institution
Allegheny is proud to be named to Phi Theta Kappa’s 2026 Transfer Honor Roll, which recognizes the most transfer-friendly colleges in the nation for creating innovative pathways for community college transfer students. Let us know how we can help you on your journey.
Why Transfer to Allegheny?
You’ve already started your college journey. Allegheny helps you finish it — and make it yours.
- Your Credits Matter: Maximize the work you’ve already completed.
- Your Community Matters: Find your people and feel like you belong.
- Your Education Matters: Combine interests and customize your path.
- Your Future Matters: Research, internships, and career preparation
- Your Investment Matters: Strong financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
Hampshire College Students
As you navigate change in your college journey, Allegheny College may be a match. A Colleges That Change Lives school that values interdisciplinary learning, Allegheny’s campus and curriculum may fit your expectations and interests.
Application Materials
International transfer students: follow instructions on our international application page.
Transcripts, evaluations, letters of recommendation, and college official’s forms must be sent directly from institutions such as your high school or college. Transcripts and forms sent by the applicant will not be considered official.
Official College Transcript(s)
Have official college transcripts from all institutions attended sent directly to Allegheny College from the institutions. Transcripts can be sent through electronic transcript services or via the mail. A transcript that is stamped “Issued to the Student” is not considered official.
College Official’s Form
Download and request in person (complete the top section in advance)
This form needs to be signed by the Dean of Students (or office that handles student conduct/disciplinary issues), Academic Dean or Provost at your most recently attended college and returned via mail or email directly from the institution.
Final Official High School Transcript
Request that your secondary school submit an official final transcript.
Course Descriptions
Descriptions for all classes on your transcript(s) can be taken from the catalogue from each college attended. Course descriptions from the online catalogue can be cut and pasted into a word document then sent via email to the transfer coordinator (see info at right).
Instructor Evaluation or Recommendation letter from a Professor or Instructor
Download and request in person (complete the top section in advance)
For applicants that are veterans, we will accept a recommendation letter from a military superior in lieu of a faculty letter if you wish.
Personal Essay
Your essay is an opportunity to express your individual creativity and share more about who you are with the admission and scholarship committees. You can submit any essay following any of the Common Application prompts, regardless of which application you apply with.
At A Glance
Transfer Application
- No application fee
- Quick turnaround on credit evaluation and your admission decision
- Guaranteed minimum of $36,000 for up to eight semesters as needed ($18,000 per semester) + need-based aid for those who qualify
- Housing is guaranteed for eligible transfer students
Financial Aid
- Merit-based scholarships up to $45,000 are available for eligible transfer students.
- Need-based financial aid is available; please complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Financial aid priority dates are June 1 for Fall Semester and November 1 for Spring semester.
- Accepted students can submit the Candidate’s Reply Form and pay their deposit online here.
- Questions about financial aid? finsrv@allegheny.edu; (814) 332-2360
Transfer Credits
- A 2.5+ is preferred. If applicable, a GPA as computed by a two-year college, with or without an associate degree, will be accepted.
- The maximum number of credits accepted in transfer is 64, which is 50% of the credits required for graduation.
- Only credits with a grade of C or better are transferable in acceptable courses.
- The Registrar’s Office evaluates all credits for transfer after the student has been accepted to Allegheny; transcripts can be evaluated prior to submitting a formal application by special request.
- A transfer student with an associate degree may be able to receive a baccalaureate degree in two years. The degree path chosen and applicability of prior coursework will be significant determining factors in the duration of the bachelor’s degree.
- Some credits earned by examination may be accepted, i.e. CLEP [general subject], pass-fail, armed services.
- It is preferred that a transfer student have the same high school classes required of entering freshmen. These may be satisfied by college courses and possibly accepted towards a baccalaureate degree.
- Technical courses will not be transferred for credit.
Contact the Transfer Coordinator
Contact Admissions
Email
admissions@allegheny.edu
Phone
(814) 332-4351
Building
454 House / Admissions Building
Instagram
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