Transfer Student Orientation

The College of Liberal Arts (CLA) welcomes you and the unique educational perspectives and diverse experiences you bring to our classrooms. Connect with a CLA transfer advisor if you have questions about the CLA transfer student experience.

The University of Minnesota recognizes different types of transfer students. Read the descriptions below and click the link for the type of transfer student you are to view specific instructions on transferring to the College of Liberal Arts.

Transfer Students from outside of the University of Minnesota

• Transfer students never previously admitted as degree seeking at the University of Minnesota.
• Students enrolled at the University of Minnesota as non-degree seeking.

Current U of M - System Campus Students

• Students transferring to CLA from a degree-seeking status at the University of Minnesota Crookston, Duluth, Morris, or Rochester campuses.

Current U of M - Twin Cities Students

• Students transferring to CLA from a degree-seeking status at another college within the Twin Cities campus.