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Every year, we welcome new transfer students to Saint Michael’s College. We are experienced meeting the particular needs you may have as a transfer student and will provide individual attention to ensure your success. If you’re looking to make a change in your college experience or continuing your education, consider transferring to Saint Michael’s College where an inviting community is ready to welcome you and help provide a smooth transition.

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Applying is Straightforward

Apply as a Transfer Candidate

Transfer applicants should submit the undergraduate application, indicating all previous course work and accounting for time spent away from formal education. Transfer applicants are not required to submit test scores or professor recommendations but they will be considered if included with the application. You may be asked to submit a mid-semester grade report during the decision process.

Step 1: Submit your application.

Add Saint Michael’s College to your Common Application or complete our Saint Michael’s Application. Choose the one that works best for you, there is a low fee to apply to Saint Michael’s College.

Step 2: Submit your official final High School Transcript.

Step 3: Submit your official College Transcript(s).

Paying for a St. Mike’s education just got easier

Discover how our new scholarship program can make your St. Mike’s education a reality. Find your path with opportunities like our Flagship Match and Free Tuition Vermont.

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Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Community College Honor Society members also receive an automatic $5,000 per year tuition scholarship. And, transfer students are eligible for two free summer courses following their first academic semester at St. Mike’s.

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Hear Bella's transfer story

"I've gone to bigger schools. I've taken classes just trying to get credits. [This is] the most informed I’ve ever been, in these classes. My professors were amazing. They always worked one-on-one with me. If that’s something you’re looking for in the academic realm that’s absolutely something you’re going to get here.”

Isabella Pierie '26, Junior transfer now pursuing her MD-JD

Transfer Requirements

In order to transfer to St. Mike’s, you must fill the following requirements:

To be accepted as a transfer student at Saint Michael’s College, you must be in good academic and administrative standing at your former or present institution.

Transferring Credit

For courses that correspond to offerings at Saint Michael’s College, credit may be transferred for work completed at accredited colleges with a grade of C- or better. We will need to receive an official transcript of such credits prior to admission in order for them to be considered.

Keep in mind, some students may need to pass an examination to determine their readiness to enter a course or program.

Graduation Requirements

  • Minimum of 32 credits must have been earned at Saint Michael’s College
  • At least one quarter of the credits used to satisfy major and minor requirements must be earned at Saint Michael’s College
  • 24 of the final 32 credits must be taken at Saint Michael’s College

We recognize each student’s situation is different. We will work with you to determine the remaining requirements you will need to complete your degree and graduate from Saint Michael’s College.

Hear Sam's transfer story

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