From Transition to Transformation
Loyola welcomes transfer students with tailored support, personalized credit evaluations, and a community-driven Jesuit education designed to inspire your future. Apply today and see where your Loyola education can take you!
Who is considered a transfer student?
At Loyola, any applicant who has enrolled in courses at another college or university after the completion of high school must apply as a transfer student.
(International transfer students are subject to different admission requirements.)
Transfer Application Requirements
Common Application
The Common App has a specific application for transfer students, which is different from the regular first-year application.
$60 Application Fee
You will be prompted to pay the $60 application fee before submitting your Common Application.
Loyola offers several application fee waivers for students. To learn more, please see our Application Fee Waiver Policy on our Admission Policies page.
Transfer Student Conduct Form(s)
The Transfer Student Conduct Form is our way of verifying that you are in good academic and disciplinary standing at all colleges or universities you previously attended. We require a completed Transfer Student Conduct Form from each of the colleges you have attended after graduating from high school.
- Step 1: Complete the Applicant Information section at the top of the form and sign.
- Step 2: Send the form with your signature to an official at your school(s) who has access to your academic and disciplinary history (e.g. the Registrar’s Office, the Student Conduct Office, or Dean of Students). They will need to sign and complete the bottom portion of the form.
- Step 3: The completed form must be sent directly from the college to the Office of Undergraduate Admission at Loyola University Maryland. We cannot accept Transfer Student Conduct Forms directly from applicants. The form can be submitted by email to transferadmission@loyola.edu.
Official High School Transcript (or equivalent)
Loyola requires an official final high school transcript (or equivalent, such as GED certificate) to verify completion of a U.S. high school diploma. Please reach out to your high school directly via phone or email and request that the counseling or registrar’s office send your transcript directly to Loyola, preferably via email to transferadmission@loyola.edu. If electronic delivery is not available, transcripts may be sent by paper mail. We cannot accept documents from the applicant as "official"; they must be sent directly from the school.
Official College Transcript(s)
Official transcripts are required from all colleges or universities attended. You can typically request these online through your college's registrar or records office. Most colleges will send these documents to Loyola electronically via a service such as Parchment or the National Student Clearinghouse. Some colleges may charge you a small fee. We cannot accept documents from the applicant as "official"; they must be sent directly through the college/university.
If you completed courses through a dual enrollment program in high school, please request these transcripts to be sent to Loyola so we can evaluate them for transfer credit.
Common App Transfer Mid-Term Report
For students in their first semester of college:
If you are a first-semester transfer student and unable to obtain an official college transcript with grades indicated due to the timing of your application, you should submit the Common App transfer mid-term report, as well as an unofficial transcript showing your in-progress courses. These documents will be used during the admission evaluation process as placeholders for the official transcript. If you are admitted and choose to enroll, an official college transcript will be required to verify your final grades for admission and transfer credit evaluation purposes.
Download Common App Transfer Mid-Term Report
If you have questions or need help understanding our transcript requirements, please contact our transfer counselors: transferadmission@loyola.edu.
Need-Based Financial Aid Application
Loyola University Maryland requires the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from all U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful U.S. permanent residents, and other eligible noncitizens who would like to be considered for need-based financial aid. The CSS Profile is required only for students who are ineligible to complete the FAFSA, including international students who would like to be considered for need-based financial aid.
More information about need-based financial aid and how to apply
Admission Deadlines & Dates
| Application Plan | Deadline | Notification | Reply Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall - Priority | March 15 | Rolling | One month from date of admission |
| Fall - Regular | July 15 | Rolling | One month from date of admission |
| Spring | November 15 | Rolling | December 15 |
Students who would like to be considered for need-based financial aid are strongly encouraged to complete the applicable application by the same deadline.
International transfer students have specific deadlines for admission consideration.
Check the status of your application
You can log in to your Applicant Status Portal any time after applying to monitor the status of your application and track supporting materials. Your account information was sent to the email address you used to apply immediately upon receiving your application. Please check your junk or spam folder if you have not seen this confirmation email or reach out to your admission counselor.
Keep in mind that supporting materials (transcripts, Transfer Student Conduct Forms, etc.) can take some time to post in your Applicant Status Portal. As materials are received and processed, your Application Checklist will be updated.
Admission decisions will be released electronically through the Applicant Status Portal, and you will be notified by email to check your status when a decision has been made.
Visit Loyola
There’s no better way to learn about Loyola than to experience it yourself! Register for an on-campus tour or join us for a virtual visit experience to easily engage with our community and learn more about Loyola. We also offer 1-on-1 video chats with admission and financial aid counselors. Start connecting with your future Greyhound family today!
Consider applying to an honors or scholars program
Hyman Science Scholars Program
This program is open to academically talented students majoring in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or Physics and offers need-based scholarship opportunities to students in these fields. Students benefit from an interdisciplinary course of study, learning in a cohort and faculty mentorship as well as access to competitive internships, networking, and career development in STEM fields beyond Loyola.
Learn more and apply to the Hyman Science Scholars Program
Sellinger Scholars
The Sellinger Scholars Program is designed to prepare high-achieving, highly motivated students pursuing a major in the Sellinger School of Business for roles of business leadership and service. Through this cohort-based program, classroom education is augmented through unique opportunities to interact with peers and faculty mentors as well as business professionals and community leaders. Students’ curricular study is also complimented by seminar courses meant to nurture their growth, enhance their academic experience, and broaden their learning environment.
Have questions? Contact your counselor!
Our transfer admission counselors are here for you as you navigate the college search and transfer application process. Please reach out to your assigned counselor (determined by your last name or student type) with any questions you may have!
Meredith Good
Last names beginning with M-Z and Re-Entry Students
Phone: 410-617-2569
Email: mgood1@loyola.edu
Schedule an online interview with Meredith
Noelle Staib
Last names beginning with A-L and Non-Degree Students
Phone: 410-617-5448
Email: nastaib@loyola.edu
Schedule an online interview with Noelle
Accepted Student Portal
Once accepted, your Loyola Applicant Status Portal will change appearance to become an Accepted Student Portal. You will be able to view your official decision letter, credit evaluation, scholarship award and much more! Students should thoroughly review all information in their Accepted Student Portal and reach out to their transfer admission counselor with any questions. Your login credentials for your Accepted Student Portal are the same as your Applicant Status Portal (used earlier in your admission process).
Reply to Your Offer of Admission
In order to officially become a Greyhound, you must officially reply to your offer of admission in your Accepted Student Portal. Confirm your enrollment and reserve your space in the class today!
Reply to Offer of Admission Form
New Student Checklist
Once you have replied to your offer of admission and confirmed your enrollment, we know you’ll likely have questions about what you need to do to prepare for your first semester at Loyola. The New Student Checklist is designed to guide you through the essential tasks required to finish the enrollment process and begin your journey as a Greyhound. You can easily access the New Student Checklist from your Accepted Student Portal.
Transfer Credit Evaluations
Due to demand, we are unable provide preliminary credit evaluations prior to completing the application process. A detailed, personalized, course-by-course credit evaluation will be included with your offer of admission.
An evaluation of transfer credit is completed for each applicant as part of the review process. A maximum of 60 credit hours may be transferred towards the completion of an undergraduate degree at Loyola. Evaluations are coordinated by the Academic Advising and Support Center and Loyola faculty.
To see our complete transfer credit policy, please visit our Academic Advising and Support Center Transfer Requirements page.
Questions About Transferring?
Meredith Good
Last names beginning with M-Z and Re-Entry StudentsPhone: 410-617-2569
Email: mgood1@loyola.edu
Noelle Staib, '14
Last names beginning with A-L and Non-Degree StudentsPhone: 410-617-5448
Email: nastaib@loyola.edu
Transfer Pathways
Paving the Way to Becoming a GreyhoundLoyola University Maryland welcomes transfer applicants from two- and four-year colleges and universities, and we offer several pathways to ensure a smooth transfer admission experience, no matter your current institution.
Loyola University Maryland has been consistently and nationally recognized as a university that demonstrates institutional commitment and investment of resources to support transfer students.
Affordability and Financial Aid
Applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships, which are awarded on a competitive basis to students with strong academic records. Additionally, applicants can apply for need-based financial aid, which includes federal and institutional forms of aid.
Veterans are encouraged to apply for financial assistance through the Yellow Ribbon Program and are eligible for several other veterans benefits.
Learn more about cost and affordability
Housing & Dining
A place to call home that feels like one, our residence halls are so much more than a place to hang your backpack. With a variety of apartment-style housing options to choose from, students have access to a full kitchen, comfortable common spaces for studying and spending time with friends, spacious bedrooms, and semi-private bathrooms.
The Transfer Experience
While you’ll never be labeled “a transfer” at Loyola, we know you have specific needs. Our goal is to make your transfer process as smooth as possible by facilitating connections and providing distinctive resources. That way, once college credits are evaluated and the semester begins, you’ll quickly become fully integrated into the Greyhound community.
HEAR FROM GREYHOUNDS
Loyola allowed me to feel so comfortable and welcome and fostered my ability to form connections and relationships with my peers and professors. Loyola has become a second home to me and a place that will be in my heart forever. The Loyola community is one that is so deep and everlasting that it makes it truly hard to leave. Transferring to a new place can be scary, but Loyola has found a way to make all transfer students feel as if they were always members of this community.
HEAR FROM GREYHOUNDS
A key pillar of a Loyola education is the concept of cura personalis—developing the whole person. At Loyola, I’ve flourished in all parts of my life. I’m a member of the Pre-Health Society and have worked closely with my advisor to discover research and volunteer opportunities to support my application to medical school. I’m also involved with the Evergreens, a student leadership organization that has allowed me to grow as a person, while also being able to support Loyola’s incoming students.
HEAR FROM GREYHOUNDS
My transition to Loyola was very smooth. The Transfer Transitions course was a great opportunity to meet other transfers and talk about our experiences. One of the other students that I met in that course and I interned together last summer, are interning at the same company this summer, and are still friends. It was a great way to meet people that have had some of the same unique college experience.
HEAR FROM GREYHOUNDS
My Loyola education and experience have contributed to my personal growth and development as a well-rounded individual. Through exposure to diverse perspectives, challenges, and experiences, I have gained self-awareness, resilience, and a sense of purpose that will guide me in both my career and life. Loyola has equipped me with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to succeed in my future career and make a positive impact in the world. I am confident my time at Loyola has prepared me for whatever the future may hold.
HEAR FROM GREYHOUNDS
Loyola allowed me to challenge myself academically and feel supported right from the start thanks to faculty members and my mentor. Aside from meeting my best friend, the Transfer Transitions Course helped me gain more knowledge about the resources on campus, alleviating any concerns I had when I first arrived at Loyola. I really enjoyed the guidance and support the course provided to students and the sense of community it fostered. I loved that it provided opportunities to build strong relationships with other transfer students.
Connect with us
Opportunities to Learn MoreThe best way to envision your future as a Loyola student is to talk with current students—including students who have transferred to Loyola—faculty, and other members of our community who are here to help make your decision easier. We offer opportunities to visit and tour our beautiful campus, attend an in-person or virtual information session, and connect with our dedicated admission counselors for transfer students.