Transferring To University Of Baltimore: Ds Acceptance

The University of Baltimore accepts more than half of its new undergraduates every year as transfer students and has been recognized as a leader within the University System of Maryland for the number of credits it accepts and applies toward a student's degree. The University of Baltimore offers various scholarships for transfer students, including the Bob Parsons Scholarship Fund, the Samuel G. Rose Scholars Award, and the Ratcliffe Foundation for undergraduate students entering their junior year. The University of Baltimore accepts up to 90 transfer credits from any combination of sources, including community colleges, four-year institutions, credit by examination, and non-traditional coursework. The University of Baltimore also accepts transfer credits from international universities or colleges that have been evaluated by third-party international credit evaluators.

Transferring credits from a community college or four-year institution

The University of Baltimore accepts transfer students and is recognized as a leader within the University System of Maryland for the number of credits it accepts and applies toward a student's degree. The university will accept up to a maximum of 90 transfer credits from any combination of sources, including:

• Up to 63 lower-division (100- and 200-level) credits from a community college
• Up to 70 lower-division credits from a four-year institution
• Up to 20 upper-division credits (300- and 400-level) from a four-year institution
• Up to 45 acceptable credits in any combination of Credit by Examination and/or nontraditional coursework

Students transferring from one of Maryland's 16 community colleges or from one of the public institutions in the state will have the following apply:

• Courses designated as general education at the sending institution will count towards general education at the University of Baltimore. Students must earn a "D" or better in these classes; English Composition requires a grade of "C-" or better.
• Students who have earned an A.A., A.S. or A.A.T. will have their lower-division general education program satisfied; additional general education courses will be required. Students who earn an A.A.S, A.S.E. or A.F.A. will be required to complete additional lower- and upper-division general education coursework.
• A grade of "D" or better must be earned in a class for it to transfer; a grade of "C" or better is required to apply towards a major requirement.

For students who enroll from non-public Maryland institutions, a grade of "C" or better must be earned for the class to transfer, including towards a major requirement. General Education equivalencies will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

The University of Baltimore also accepts credits from international universities or colleges, but these must be evaluated by third-party international credit evaluators. If you have attended a high school, college, or university outside of the United States, you must arrange to have your academic record evaluated by a U.S. credential evaluation service at your own expense.

Scholarships for transfer students

The University of Baltimore offers a variety of scholarships for transfer students, recognizing both merit and financial need. Here are some of the scholarships available:

Bob Parsons Scholarship Fund

The Bob Parsons Scholarship Fund is a need-based scholarship that provides financial support for Pell Grant-eligible transfer students, as well as military and veteran students. It covers the difference between the student's Pell Grant award and the in-state tuition and fees, ensuring that recipients can obtain their undergraduate degree without paying out of pocket. To be eligible, students must complete an associate degree or meet certain requirements as active-duty military personnel, veterans, reservists, or Maryland National Guard members. They must also complete the FAFSA, be eligible for the Pell Grant, and meet the requirements for Maryland in-state tuition rates.

Samuel G. Rose Scholars Award

The Samuel G. Rose Scholars Award is available to both full-time and half-time undergraduate students who require financial assistance to complete their degrees. The award amount ranges from $400 to $9,000 per year and is renewable. While no additional application is required, students must complete the FAFSA and meet certain eligibility criteria.

College of Arts and Sciences Scholarships

The University of Baltimore's College of Arts and Sciences offers several scholarships for qualified students, including the D. Randall Beirne Undergraduate Scholarship, Harry Y. Wright Wilson Scholarship, Jim White Scholarship, William Randolph Hearst Foundation Scholarship, and Yale Gordon Undergraduate Scholarship. These scholarships generally consider academic merit, with a minimum GPA requirement of 3.0 or higher, and some may also take financial need into account.

Baltimore City Scholars Program

The Baltimore City Scholars Program is designed for Baltimore city government employees and select non-government employees in Baltimore city. It provides financial aid opportunities for those pursuing undergraduate or graduate education, contributing to a more educated city workforce. Applicants must be working full-time and meet certain academic criteria, including a minimum GPA requirement.

Wilson Presidential Scholarship

The Wilson Presidential Scholarship is a competitive scholarship available to new transfer students seeking their first bachelor's degree with at least 60 credits. It covers 100% of in-state tuition for students with a cumulative transfer GPA of 3.5 or higher.

AEGON Undergraduate Scholarship Fund

The AEGON Undergraduate Scholarship Fund is specifically for single parents transferring from one of Maryland's community colleges. It supports students for up to four semesters of full-time study or eight semesters of part-time study, with a requirement to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Merit-Based Scholarships

Transfer students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships at the time of admission. The scholarship amount depends on various factors, and no FAFSA is required. These scholarships can be applied to tuition but not fees and are non-refundable.

Transfer student requirements for international students

The University of Baltimore welcomes transfer students and more than half of its new undergraduates every year are transfer students. The university accepts up to a maximum of 90 transfer credits from any combination of sources, including community colleges, four-year institutions, and international universities or colleges.

International students have additional admission requirements. To apply as a transfer student, you must have completed 30 or more college-level courses and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. If you are transferring directly from a Maryland Community College, you are guaranteed admission.

If you have attended a high school, college, or university outside of the United States, you must arrange to have your academic record evaluated by a U.S. credential evaluation service at your own expense. This evaluation must be done on a course-by-course basis and include a GPA calculation on a 4.0 grading scale. The University of Baltimore does not evaluate transcripts from non-U.S. schools.

Additionally, as an international student, you must demonstrate the ability to cover the cost of attendance at the University of Baltimore before becoming eligible for a student visa. You can contact the Office of International Admission and Services to speak with an international admission counsellor for guidance and assistance.

Transfer Credits:

The University of Baltimore accepts up to 63 lower-division (100- and 200-level) credits from a community college, up to 70 lower-division credits from a four-year institution, and up to 20 upper-division credits (300- and 400-level) from a four-year institution.

For transfer credits from international universities or colleges, the university accepts credits evaluated by third-party international credit evaluators.

Application Process:

To apply, submit a transfer application, pay the $35 non-refundable application fee, and send official college transcripts from each college previously attended to the Office of Admission. International students must also meet the additional admission requirements, as outlined above.

Scholarships:

The University of Baltimore offers scholarships for transfer students, including the Bob Parsons Scholarship Fund, the Samuel G. Rose Scholars Award, and the Ratcliffe Foundation for undergraduate students entering their junior year of the B.S. in Business Administration program. International students may be eligible for these awards.

Transfer credits from US universities or colleges

The University of Baltimore accepts transfer students and is recognised as a leader within the University System of Maryland for the number of credits it accepts and applies toward a student's degree. UBalt will accept up to a maximum of 90 transfer credits from any combination of the following:

• Up to 63 lower-division (100- and 200-level) credits from a community college
• Up to 70 lower-division credits from a four-year institution
• Up to 20 upper-division credits (300- and 400-level) from a four-year institution
• Up to 45 acceptable credits in any combination of Credit by Examination and/or non-traditional coursework (up to 30 credits for students who transferred before Fall 2021)

Students transferring from one of Maryland's 16 community colleges or from one of the public institutions in the state will have the following apply:

• Courses designated as general education at the sending institution will count towards general education at UBalt. Students must earn a "D" or better in these classes; English Composition requires a grade of "C-" or better.
• Students who have earned an A.A., A.S. or A.A.T. will have their lower-division general education program satisfied; additional general education courses will be required. Students who earn an A.A.S, A.S.E. or A.F.A. will be required to complete additional lower- and upper-division general education coursework.
• A grade of "D" or better must be earned in a class for it to transfer; a grade of "C" or better is required to apply towards a major requirement.

Students who enroll from non-public Maryland institutions will have coursework transfer according to the following rules:

• A grade of "C" or better must be earned in a class for it to transfer, the same is required to apply towards a major requirement
• General Education equivalencies will be determined on a case-by-case basis. The University will review credit earned at Nationally Recognized Institutions if a student has a 3.0 cumulative G.P.A at the time of admission. Courses must have a grade of C or better (a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent), and must be considered academic in nature (typically, defined as meeting a general education area or a discipline already taught at The University of Baltimore). All reviews are done on a case-by-case basis, and credits can only apply if required for the chosen UBalt degree program.

Transfer credits from international universities or colleges

The University of Baltimore accepts more than half of its new undergraduates every year as transfer students and has been recognized as a leader within the University System of Maryland in terms of the number of credits it accepts and applies toward your degree.

The University of Baltimore accepts credits from international universities or colleges that have been evaluated by third-party international credit evaluators. If you have attended a high school, college, or university outside the United States, you must arrange to have your academic record evaluated by a U.S. credential evaluation service at your own expense. This evaluation must be done on a course-by-course basis and include a GPA calculation on a 4.0 grading scale. UBalt does not evaluate transcripts from non-U.S. schools.

Cambridge International:

Students who have completed an Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) diploma or who have successfully completed AS or A-level examinations will be entitled to credit at UBalt. Diploma scores of D, M, and P for "distinction," "merit," and "pass" are accepted for credit, while individual exam scores must be at least a D, roughly equivalent to a U.S. grade of C+. Official scores must be sent to UBalt to receive credit.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma:

Students who have completed higher-level IB courses or the requirements for an IB diploma in high school and have successfully completed the corresponding IB examinations may be entitled to credit at UBalt. A minimum score of 3 is required for all IB courses transferred. Standard Level IB courses transfer as 3 credits, while Higher Level IB courses transfer as 6 credits. The university awards 30 credits and sophomore standing to high school students who complete the full IB diploma.

Advanced Placement (AP) Exams:

High school students who take AP exams may earn college credit. AP credit may be applied toward general education requirements, general electives, or, in specific cases, toward a major requirement. A single AP exam may be used to satisfy both a general education requirement and a major requirement but cannot be used to satisfy both a general education requirement and a general elective or both a general elective requirement and a major requirement.

CLEP Exams:

Satisfactory completion of a CLEP exam may earn you college credit. CLEP scores are accepted for credit before the completion of 90 credit hours. Once a student has begun the last 30 credits of study, CLEP scores are no longer accepted for credit. CLEP credit may be applied toward general education requirements, general electives, or, in specific cases, toward a major requirement. A single CLEP exam may be used to satisfy both a general education requirement and a major requirement but cannot be used to satisfy a general elective requirement in combination with either a general education or major requirement.

DSST Exams:

Military or civilian students who take DSST exams can earn credit for satisfactory completion of an exam. UBalt awards credit based on scores on the DSST and follows the recommendations of the American Council on Education regarding the number and type of credits awarded for minimum scores.

StraighterLine Exams:

UBalt faculty have determined equivalencies for StraighterLine exams, which are not based on ACE recommendations. Students must provide official documentation to receive credit.

Military Credit:

The University of Baltimore will accept credit for both occupation and service experiences. The university is authorized to accept credits approved through your Joint Service Transcript (JST). The American Council on Education (ACE) will review your military transcript for free and submit their credit evaluations to the educational institutions of your choosing. As part of the admission process, you must submit your JST, which will not count toward your admission decision. Once admitted, a Transcript Evaluator will conduct a credit evaluation.

Credentials, Licenses, and Certificates:

The University of Baltimore will grant credit for approved national, state, and local credentials. Students should speak with their admission counselor or academic advisor to learn more and are responsible for providing official documentation to verify their credentials, which must be active at the time of enrollment.

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