Transfer Student Application Process

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TRANSFERRING TO UM?

We've got you covered.

At UM, you don’t have to stress about transferring — trust us. There’s just a few things to know about applying as a transfer student to the University of Montana or Missoula College.

Let’s start simple: What kind of applicant are you?

Have you completed more than 12 college-level credits since high school graduation? Congrats — you’re in the right place! You’ll apply for transfer admission. (Fewer than 12 credits? No worries — just check out the application process for freshman admission.)

Explore how your credits will transfer

The Transferology tool allows you to see how courses transfer to the University of Montana. Create an account, add courses you've taken and search for matches. You'll see how your previous courses may transfer as credit to UM.

Try the Transferology tool.

Start your application

Once you've explored how your credits may transfer to UM, it's time to start your application. You can apply online or using the Common Application.

Submit official transcripts

Once you’ve completed your final term at your current or previous institution, have your previous school send a complete official transcript to UM. An admission evaluator will provide you with an official transfer credit evaluation once you’ve submitted all official transcripts.

Start your application

DATES AND DEADLINES

Transfer Students

Ready to transfer to UM? Whether you're looking to start in spring 2024 or fall 2024, we've got you covered. Take a look at these dates and deadlines.

Apply

Applications Open Now

The applications for spring 2024 and fall 2024 are both open now. Start your application today!

ASAP

Send Transcripts

Request that each college you've attend send an official transcript to UM.

Then

File Your FAFSA

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, to receive federal funding for higher education. If you are attending in Spring 2024, file yours now. If you'll start Fall 2024, your FAFSA will open Dec.1, 2023.

Complete Bear Tracks

UM's admitted student portal is known as Bear Tracks and it's where you'll find your personalized list of tasks to complete before you can register for classes.

Go Griz!

Start Classes

Spring semester 2024 begins Thursday, Jan. 18. Fall semester 2024 will start Monday, Aug. 26.

“But wait! This isn’t me!”

Looking for a different application process? Choose the app that best fits your case. Or, tell us a little more about what you're looking for, and we'll get you where you need to be.

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