For a smooth transition and a respected degree, consider Notre Dame.
Every year, approximately 60 students transfer to our university for our welcoming community and the many programs that enable them to complete their degrees in a timely manner.
Transfer Policy
Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) accepts a completed Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) and/or AAT degree from a regionally accredited institution as fulfilling the general education requirements for its undergraduate programs. However, transfer students are required to complete one mission-focused course at NDMU, outside of their major, from the approved list in the following categories:
- Pursuing Meaning and Purpose (RST or PHL)
- Becoming an Engaged Citizen
- Modern Foreign Language at the 102 level or above
This policy applies to all students transferring to NDMU with an earned AA, AS, and/or AAT degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Key Provisions
Accreditation Requirements
The AA or AS degree must be awarded by a regionally accredited community college within the State of Maryland.
Departmental Review
- Individual academic departments reserve the right to review transferred courses to determine if they meet program-specific requirements. Courses completed with a grade of “C“or below may not transfer in to major/minor requirements.
Exclusions
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees and other career/technical-focused degrees are not covered under this policy. Individual courses from these excluded degree programs may still be reviewed for potential transfer credit.
Transfer Admissions Process
We strongly encourage transfer students to apply early to ensure the best selection of classes and to obtain financial aid. Applications are completed on a rolling basis year-round, however, we encourage all students to apply and be accepted at least a month before the start of each semester, especially if they plan to secure financial aid.
Application Checklist
Transfer students applying to Notre Dame are asked to submit the following documents for consideration:
- Completed application
- Official high school transcript (Not required for students with at least 30 hours of transferable college credits; If applying with a GED, a score of 145 or higher on the GED® is needed (Performance Level 2: Pass/High School Equivalency). Older GED scores will be reviewed individually.)
- Official college transcripts from all academic institutions previously attended
Note: For students interested in admissions to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, please review the additional admissions criteria and process for acceptance to the nursing program.
Financial Aid Assistance
Financial aid is available to all students. A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for consideration of assistance from the federal/state government, external companies/agencies and Notre Dame institutional need-based grants.
Schedule a Visit
Schedule a visit to meet with an admissions counselor to learn more about transferring credits and the transfer admissions process. Campus tours, class visits and appointments with academic departments are also available.
Talk to an Admissions Counselor
Contact an admissions counselor to request information and learn more about our programs.