Amherst College Transfer Admission Requirements

What are the specific admission requirements for transferring to Amherst College? I'm trying to prepare my application and want to make sure I meet all the criteria. Any insights on prerequisites or specific documents needed?

Applying to transfer to Amherst College involves a comprehensive review of your academic and extracurricular achievements in both your high school and current post-secondary institution. Here's a list of the key requirements you need to meet:

1. Common Application Transfer Application or Coalition Application: Amherst accepts both of these application systems for transfer students. You should pick the application system that you're most comfortable with and complete the relevant transfer application.

2. College Report: This college report must be completed by a college official who has access to your disciplinary and academic records at your current or most recent college.

3. Professor Recommendation: Amherst requires two recommendations from professors who have taught you in an academic subject at your current or most recent college. These recommendations should provide insight into your classroom performance and intellectual capabilities.

4. High School and College Transcripts: You will need to provide your official high school transcript, plus college transcripts from all post-secondary institutions you have attended. It is essential that these transcripts reflect all coursework completed, up to the time of your application submission.

5. Essays: Amherst has two essay questions that you will have to respond to. Make sure that your responses are well-thought out and quite descriptive – this is your best chance to share more with the admissions committee.

6. Financial Aid Forms: If you are applying for financial aid, you'll need to complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), along with the CSS Profile.

7. Mid-Term Report: You need to submit a Mid-Term Report form with grades from the current academic term if you are enrolled at one of your prior colleges at the time you apply.

Those are the basic requirements for a transfer application to Amherst College as of now. It is always a good idea to check Amherst's official admissions website or contact the admissions office directly to get the most accurate, up-to-date information. Good luck with your application!