Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  Scholarships are available for graduating SUNY Orange students transferring to four-year schools. For financial aid, transfer students must file a FAFSA and send Financial Aid transcripts. Contact the Office of Financial Aid at 845-341-4190.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Transfer Application Requirements

• Minimum GPA:
  There is an "open door" admissions policy which means that most programs are open to anyone with a high school diploma from an accredited and registered high school.
• Official Transcripts:
  High school and college transcripts, from every institution attended, are required.
• SAT Scores:
  Not required for general admissions consideration.
• Letters of Recommendation:
  Not required for general admissions consideration. Applicants to the Honors Program must provide two letters of recommendation from faculty, counselors, administrators or mentors.
• Essay:
  Not required for general admissions consideration.
• Application Fee:
  $30 nonrefundable fee ($20 for readmitted students).
• Interview:
  Not required for general admissions consideration.
• Other Requirements:
  There are special requirements and deadlines for the Health Professions programs and Honors Program. If you completed a mathematics and/or English course on the college level for college credit you may request a waiver of the Placement Assessment.
• Apply Here:
  www.sunyorange.edu/admissions/apply/index.shtmlOpens in a new window or tab.

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  In general, credit may be granted for courses when a grade of at least a C has been earned.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  Maximum credits accepted - 30 credits.
• Transfer Policy Document:
  SUNY Orange Transfer Policy.pdfOpens in a new window or tab.

Information for Transfer Out Students

• Number of Transferring:
  Public and private four-year colleges actively seek our graduates for transfer into baccalaureate programs as third-year students.
• Transfer Agreements:
  SUNY Orange offers the SUNY Transfer Guarantee and many comprehensive articulation agreements with other universities.
• Special Programs:
  The Advising & Counseling Center can assist students with the transfer process through the selection of courses, academic major/program, transfer colleges, and completing application materials. The Center sponsors College Transfer Days in the fall.