Transfer Students

Let us know you are interested! Fill out an inquiry form or schedule a visit to campus to learn more about our school and academic programs. Each transfer student is assigned their own Transfer Admissions Counselor who will help you through the admissions process, remind you of important deadlines, and assist you in submitting your transcripts to make sure you get credit for previous coursework.

Transfer student applicants must submit the following:

• Completed application for admission
• Official academic transcripts from all past colleges and universities in which the student was enrolled
• Transfer students with more than 24 transferrable credits do not need to provide their official high school transcript or test scores.  

If applicants feel that these materials do not adequately represent their academic abilities or explain their academic history, they are encouraged to submit additional explanatory materials to strengthen their application.

• Personal statement
• Letter(s) of recommendation from teachers or professors

If applicants feel that these materials do not adequately represent their academic abilities or explain their academic history, they are encouraged to submit additional explanatory materials to strengthen their application.

General Education Requirements 

Chatham University requires undergraduate students to complete a minimum of 40 credits of general education as specified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Students transferring to the University who have completed 40 credits of general education at an accredited institution of higher learning will be considered to have completed their general education requirements. 

Submission of Credits

All potential transfer credit in progress or completed prior to acceptance to Chatham must be submitted to the University before the student begins courses. This requirement includes all Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses. All official transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Articulation Agreements 

If you are transferring credits, we have Articulation Agreements with a number of schools to make the process easier and your hard work count. Learn more about Articulation Agreements by clicking here.

Undergraduate admissions at Chatham University has a rolling deadline, we will accept your application to study with us at any time of the year! However, there are important deadlines for some scholarships, priority housing, and class registration.

Housing

To have priority housing at Chatham University for the fall term, students must deposit by May 1. Once deposited, students will receive a housing questionnaire that will help place them with potential roommates and assign them a residence hall. 

Class Registration 

New student registration days begin in March for fall terms and November for spring term starts. Students must be deposited to register for classes. Registration occurs on a first-come first-serve basis; the earlier you are able to deposit, the sooner you will be able to meet with an academic advisor and choose your classes for the upcoming term.  

This application is for students applying to Chatham's Bachelor-level undergraduate programs and integrated degree programs. The links to your right will redirect you to The Common Application or the Chatham Undergraduate Application.

The Common Application will allow you to apply to multiple schools at once while the Chatham Application is specific to our school and our requirements for admission.