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Deadlines and requirements for transfer students

To make sure your application is processed on time, carefully review the upcoming deadlines, then follow the instructions on the Common Application to create an account and begin your transfer application.

Transfer Eligibility

We accept transfer students into our entering sophomore and junior classes for the fall semester only.
Applications are open to students who haven’t completed their bachelor’s degree or equivalent at another institution. If you’ve already earned a degree, we encourage you to explore our graduate programs for more opportunities to pursue your interests.
Transfer applicants must have graduated high school and completed more than 12 semester-based credits at another institution. If you’ve graduated from high school and enrolled in college but don’t have more than 12 credits, or you’re enrolled in a dual enrollment or early college program, you should apply as a first-year student.

Deadlines & Important Dates

Updated dates are made public on August 1st each year.
	Early Decision I	Early Decision II	Regular Decision	Transfer
Application Deadline	November 1, 2024	January 2, 2025	January 2, 2025	March 1, 2025
Financial Aid Deadline	November 15, 2024	January 15, 2025	January 15, 2025	March 15, 2025
Decision Release	December 13, 2024	February 14, 2025	March 21, 2025	May 9, 2025
Reply-By Date	January 15, 2025	February 28, 2025	May 1, 2025	June 1, 2025

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Application Requirements

Common Application With Essay

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Common Application

2024–2025 Supplemental Essay Prompt

How has your life experience contributed to your personal story—your character, values, perspectives, or skills—and what you want to pursue at Hopkins? (350 word limit)

The supplemental essay helps the admissions committee get a sense of how your interests and values align with the opportunities available at Hopkins.

In this essay question, we’re looking for how your background, life experiences, or interests have shaped who you are and what you want to get out of college.

This can be a future goal or experience you hope to pursue at Hopkins that is academic, extracurricular, or social, or how you hope to approach your college experience as a scholar, leader, or community member.

Wondering how to get started? An admissions counselor shares tips on crafting your supplemental essay.

A $70 Non-Refundable Application Fee Or Waiver

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Official High School And College Transcripts

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College Officials Report

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Recommendation From an Instructor or Professor

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Financial Aid Application Optional

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Financial aid is available for domestic transfer students only. If you’re an international transfer student and need help paying for college, you can seek out private loans to cover your college costs. Most lenders require a co-signer who is a U.S. citizen. More information is available on our Financial Aid page.

After You Apply

Check your application status, view your financial aid checklist, and access your admissions decision through the applicant portal. You'll receive instructions for logging on after you apply.

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Credit Transfer Policies

Understanding how we transfer your current credits can help ease your transition here. We’ll explain which credits are most likely to count toward a Hopkins degree.

LEARN ABOUT OUR CREDIT TRANSFER POLICIES

Additional Applicant Resources

We understand that each student has a different set of questions about the application process. Use the dropdown menu below for helpful answers that may apply to you.

Find Answers to Your Admissions Questions

There are many things to consider when you decide to transfer schools. We’ve answered our most frequently asked questions in one place, so you can have the information you need to apply confidently.

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Get to Know the Hopkins Community

Our admissions team and current Blue Jays lead events specifically for transfer students. Explore campus, learn how we’ll support your transition to Hopkins, and start picturing yourself here.