I'm interested in transferring to Hunter College and need to figure out what the application requirements are. Is there anything I need to be particularly aware of when preparing my application as a transfer student?
Hunter College is a part of the City University of New York (CUNY) System, and like other CUNY colleges, it uses the CUNY application for transfer admissions. Here are the requirements:
1. Completed CUNY Transfer Application: You can fill this out online via the CUNY application portal.
2. $70 application fee: This can be paid online through the application portal. If this fee presents a hardship, you can request a fee waiver within the application.
3. Transcripts: You need to submit official transcripts from all colleges attended, even if you did not earn credit. If you have fewer than 24 completed college-level credits, you should also provide your high school transcript. If you took courses at a CUNY institution in the past, these transcripts will be automatically sent to the admissions office once you complete the CUNY application, you do not need to send them yourself.
4. Letters of Recommendation: While not required by Hunter College, you have the option of providing letters of recommendation. These should ideally come from professors, advisors, or work supervisors who can speak to your quality of work, commitment, and readiness for college-level coursework.
5. Essays or Personal Statements: Hunter College does not require an essay for the Transfer Application.
6. Any additional documentation: If you've been out of college for a semester or more, you may need to fill out an activities sheet detailing what you've been doing since your last college semester.
Remember to submit your application and all supporting materials by the deadline for the semester in which you are applying. In general, for fall semester admission, the deadline is typically February 1, while for spring semester admission, it's typically September 15, but make sure to check Hunter's official admissions page for the most current details.
Something to note: Hunter College also considers the relevance of your previous coursework to your intended major at Hunter. Consequently, it might be beneficial to demonstrate in your optional recommendation letters or additional comments section how your previous coursework aligns with your future academic goals at Hunter.
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