Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  Students with a minimum GPA of 3.2 are awarded $7,000 per year. Students with a minimum GPA of 3.5 are awarded $10,000 per year.

Information for Transfer In Students

• Accepts Transfers:
  Yes
• Transfer Applications Received:
  We receive about 135 applications for fall enrollment.
• Transfer Applications Accepted:
  Last year, we accepted 135 applicants for fall enrollment.
• Percentage Accepted:
  We accept about 50% of applicants.
• Transfer Applicants Enrolled:
  Approximately, 75% or accepted applicants actually enroll.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Transfer Application Requirements

• Minimum GPA:
  Most programs have a GPA requirement of 2.5. Sports Management, Occupational Therapy, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Official Transcripts:
  SC requires official transcripts from each high school and college attended.
• SAT Scores:
  Students who have earned less than 15 college credits must submit SAT scores.
• Letters of Recommendation:
  Although we require only one letter of recommendation, many students send multiple letters.
• Essay:
  An essay is required of all applicants. The topic is as follows: Please comment on the aspects of your life which have led you to select your intended major and why you believe Springfield College will meet your educational needs.
• Application Fee:
  All applicants must submit a $50 application fee.
• Interview:
  Interviews are encouraged, but not required.
• Other Requirements:
  Students must submit a dean's report form for all colleges attended.
• Apply Here:
  www.spfldcol.edu/home.nsf/onlineApp/transfer

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  A student must obtain a grade of C- or higher for a course to transfer.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  Springfield College awards up to 60 credits to transfer students for work done elsewhere.

Information for Transfer Out Students

• Transfer Agreements:
  Springfield College has joint admissions agreements with Holyoke Community College, Springfield Technical Community College and we are currently finalizing an agreement with Berkshire Community College.
• Special Programs:
  We offer a transfer student SOAR - Student Orientation, Advising and Registration day. There is also a four-day orientation before classes begin.