U of M Transfer Students

Applying to CLA

To transfer to the College of Liberal Arts from a U of M System Campus (Crookston, Duluth, Morris, or Rochester), students must complete the Application for Change of Campus form.

Visit One Stop's Changing Major or College site for the appropriate form, instructions on completing the form, and change of college deadlines. When completing the form please read the instruction sheet carefully prior to submitting.

Students transferring to U of M Twin Cities must meet the admission requirements of CLA. For more information about CLA admissions requirements visit the Office of Admissions.

Majors with Additional Admissions Requirements

Some CLA majors/minors require that you complete certain prerequisites before declaring the major or minor. For information on additional requirements needed to declare the major/minor, visit the specific departmental website and the University Catalog.

Programs that require specific GPA minimums and/or an additional application process for entry into the major:

• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Economics
• Journalism
• Strategic Communication: Advertising and Public Relations
• Mass Communication

Programs that require an audition or portfolio review for entry into the major:

• Acting BFA (freshman admitting only)
• Music
• Dance
• Art BFA

For more information about the CLA transfer process after admission, visit the CLA Orientation website.