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Transfer to The University of Akron

Lead the Charge as a UA Transfer Student

Ready for a change? Our expert transfer counselors are ready to help get you on the fast track to a four-year degree from UA.

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How to apply

Realize your true potential! Rise higher when you transfer to The University of Akron.

Apply now

Are you a community counselor?
Visit the Community Counselor Connect hub to find helpful resources, including a counselor’s guide to UA, information session details, academic areas and more.

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Transfer credits to UA

See how your credits will transfer with our:

If you need more assistance with transfer admission requirements, email us for an unofficial evaluation.

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Meet with us

Schedule an appointment for an in-person or virtual meeting
Explore our Visit Day & information session opportunities
Meet the Transfer Center team
See when we'll be on your campus

Transfer scholarships

The Provost’s Scholarship for Transfer Students: You are automatically considered when you apply for admission as a transfer student.

Find more scholarship opportunities.

Explore our tuition estimator for tuition and fee information for undergraduate students.

Transfer guides & degree pathways

Become part of the Zips family! Plan your transfer from a community college with these helpful resources:

Partnership programs

Plan your seamless transfer to UA from the beginning of your time at a partner school for select degree programs. More details about dual admission.

Partner schools:

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Engineering transfer student at The University of Akron

I was a high school dropout... Tri-C gave me my second chance, and UA made me an engineer. My Tri-C advisor believed in UA’s engineering program and has seen first-hand the success of its graduates.”

— Miguel Rodriguez
B.S. Biomedical Engineering, '19

See more from Miguel and transferring into engineering

LEARN MORE ABOUT UA & AKRON

At UA, there’s something for everyone! Our transfer students share why they chose to complete their degrees at The University of Akron.

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Campus Connections

The Zips journey is full of big ideas, passions and opportunities for a bright future. You belong here! Our campus offers ways for everyone to feel connected and supported, including: