I'm thinking about transferring to Marist College next year and I'm a bit lost on the specific requirements. Does anyone know what GPA I need or if there are specific courses I need to have completed?
Marist College has a pretty straightforward transfer process. It's always best to review their official website or reach out to the school for the most up-to-date and accurate information. But, as of the latest published data, here's what you need to know:
Marist College does not publish an expressed minimum GPA for transfer students but looking at past admitted students, it seems transfer students typically have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. If your GPA is under this, it still might be worth applying if you have other strengths making up for it.
Marist does not specify a list of prerequisite courses for transfer students. Your individual course requirements will be determined by the program you want to pursue at Marist. For instance, a Computer Science major might need to have completed Calculus II, while a Graphic Design major does not. However, potential transfer students should have completed several General Education or Liberal Arts courses, as they form the foundation of any degree at Marist.
Other requirements include your official college transcripts from all institutions you have attended, a college official's report form (which provides information about your standing at your current/previous institution), and a personal statement. The personal statement gives you a chance to detail your reason for transferring and what you hope to achieve at Marist.
Like many colleges, Marist College operates on a rolling admissions basis for transfer students. However, they recommend submitting your application by November 1 for the Spring start term and by March 1 for the Fall start term.
Keep in mind that any transfer credits must fit into Marist’s coursework and must have a grade of C or higher to be transferrable.
Good luck with your transfer process. Roll Red Foxes!
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