Transfer to CEHD as an undergraduate
READY TO BECOME A GOPHER?At the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), we value the entirety of an individual’s unique talents, identities, and lived experiences. Students who transfer into CEHD are prepared for careers that center on helping people – ranging from undergraduate programs in the fields of human services, education and business, to health and wellness. As a graduate of our college, you’ll be empowered to effectively put humans at the center of your work – wherever that path may lead. We’re proud to see our graduates carry CEHD values into the broader community, helping to make the world a better place.
Internal UMN Transfer
CURRENT UMN TWIN CITIES OR ROCHESTER STUDENTSWe're excited to welcome transfer students from within the University of Minnesota system! Transferring to a new program within the U of M offers an opportunity to explore new environments, access additional resources, and continue your journey toward success.
Priority application deadlines
- Spring semester deadline: October 1
- Fall semester deadline: February 1
Note: Kinesiology and Business and Marketing Education are no longer accepting applications for Spring 2025 admission.
Important reminders about your application
- CEHD admits transfer students directly into majors.
- Some majors will reach enrollment capacity by the priority deadline. To be sure your application is given full consideration, please submit all materials by the priority deadline. Majors which have not filled by the priority deadlines will continue to accept applications until Dec. 1 (spring admission) or June 1 (fall admission) or until the specified major fills.
- Application review begins after the deadline. Applicants will be notified of their admission decision four to six weeks after the application deadline.
Step #2: Complete undergraduate change of college or additional degree application
The application form will ask you to identify whether you are applying to change your college or applying for a dual degree. CEHD applicants will be prompted to complete a Transfer Application Supplement comprised of short answer questions specific to your major of interest.
Undergraduate Change of College & Additional Degree Application (includes prompts for CEHD Transfer Application Supplement)
If applying for a double-major with CEHD but remaining with your current college, please email cehdtrfr@umn.edu to initiate the application process. You will be sent the CEHD Application Supplement comprised of short answer questions specific to your double-major.
Step #3: Consider applying to the University Honors Program
The University Honors Program is an option for transfer students. Find out more information on how to apply as a transfer student.
External UMN transfer
CURRENT/PREVIOUS STUDENTS ENROLLED AT UMN CROOKSTON, DULUTH OR MORRIS CAMPUS AND OUTSIDE UMNWe are thrilled to welcome external transfer students to the University of Minnesota! Transferring to our system opens up a world of opportunities, providing you with a dynamic and supportive environment to continue your academic and personal growth.
The Office of Admissions also offers Transfer Visit Days, which includes general and college specific information sessions.
You can also arrange a tour of our historic campus to see where U of M students attend class, study and relax. To schedule a campus visit, call the VISITLINE at (612)-625-0000 or 1-800-752-1000.
Frequently asked questions
After the priority deadline, the website will list the majors that are still accepting applications. Any applications received after the final deadline of June 1 for fall consideration and the final deadline of December 1 for spring consideration will not be reviewed.
Applications received by the priority deadline:
- Review of applications will begin shortly after the priority deadline.
- You will receive an admission decision by email. For spring admission, you will be notified no later than mid-November; for fall admission, no later than mid-April.
Application received after the priority deadline:
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling, space-available basis. Please note that many majors will fill by the priority deadline.
- You will receive an admission decision by email no later than one week after the final deadline.
Any applications received after June 1 for fall consideration and December 1 for spring consideration will not be reviewed.
Once admitted, you will receive detailed information on orientation and other steps required before you start your first semester. More information for admitted students.
If you are denied admission as an ICT student (applying from within the Twin Cities campus), you may submit an appeal. Ordinarily, students appeal an admission decision in order to bring to light compelling new academic information that was not previously included in their applications, or extenuating personal circumstances that they feel warrant another review of the application. Each appeal is reviewed individually and decisions are based on a very careful overall assessment of the primary and secondary review factors, the applicant’s academic interests, additional information provided in the appeal, and space in the major.
- Current tuition and fees is listed on the One Stop Student Services website. One Stop also has information on applying for financial aid.
- Once you are admitted to a major, you're eligible to apply to CEHD scholarships (both general and major specific) and UMN undergraduate scholarships.
The University of Minnesota has a 13-credit minimum policy. New students should plan to progress through the program as a full-time student and will be expected to complete at least 13 credits each semester. If you have extenuating circumstances and would like to take fewer than 13 credits you can fill out an exemption form with your academic advisor.
Most of the courses you're going to take will be specific to your major, and those courses are not generally offered online. You may have some options for taking a course or two online, but the vast majority will be taught in a traditional classroom setting, on campus.
- This depends on a number of factors, and is difficult to determine before admission and before all of your transfer work has been reviewed for transferability.
- Use the University Catalog for your intended major to help with longer term planning prior to admission. There you can find a list of all of the required courses for that program, along with links to course descriptions that include information about prerequisites for each course and frequency of offerings. Formal graduation planning occurs between you and your CEHD advisor only after you've been officially admitted to your major.
Questions?
We encourage students to attend an information session as a first step.
General questions can be directed to cehdtrfr@umn.edu or our ICT Coordinator, Jessica Heidemann at john3808@umn.edu.