Transfer requirements for University of Maryland, College Park?

Looking into transferring to the University of Maryland, College Park, and I'm trying to figure out their transfer requirements. What GPA and credits do they look for, and are there specific courses I need beforehand?

The University of Maryland, College Park indeed has specific requirements for transfer applicants.

In terms of GPA, the average GPA for admitted transfer students is 3.4 on a 4.0 scale. While this is not a strict cutoff (and other factors in your application can make up for a lower GPA), it can serve as a good benchmark for understanding the competitiveness of your application.

UMD also requires a minimum of 12 transferrable semester (18 quarter) hours of coursework to apply as a transfer student. They strongly recommend you complete Math and English courses at the college level before transferring, as these are key components of their general education requirements. Completion of these courses will bolster your application.

Regarding the specific courses, it really depends on the major you intend to pursue at UMD. Some majors have prerequisites or preferred courses that need to be fulfilled before transferring. You can find detailed information on 'Transfer Course Recommendations' for each major on the UMD transfer admissions webpage.

Lastly, make sure you're in good standing with all prior institutions attended and eligible to return to each institution. This is a typical requirement at many universities, and UMD is no exception.

Remember to submit all required application materials by the deadline. UMD has fall and spring admissions for transfer students, and their deadlines typically are March 1 for Fall and August 1 for Spring, though these can change annually, so make sure to verify on their website!