Transfer Options

Which Colleges and Universities Can I Transfer To?

When deciding where to transfer, it's important to make sure that the credits you have earned are transferrable to that school and that the majors and degrees they offer are compatible with your Ivy Tech program. Transferring your Ivy Tech credits to another college or university has never been easier. In fact, more than 5,000 students transfer annually, and we’d love to help you become one of them this year. Many popular program areas have a large number of four-year partners, giving you the flexibility to choose between several institutions.

Explore the list below to see which schools Ivy Tech has partnerships with for your academic program. 

85 Transfer Partnerships

Ivy Tech has transfer partnerships with 85 other colleges and universities, both in-state and out-of-state, both public and non-public.

Click the links below to learn more details about those partnerships. If you want to make sure a specific university accepts your Ivy Tech program, review the "Participating Schools by Program" container on this page.

Review Specific Transfer Articulation Agreements.

Transfer Timeline

Even if this is your first semester, it is not too early to begin planning the transfer process. In fact, that is the best time to start! The Transfer Timeline and Checklist will help you know what to do and when to do it to prepare for a smooth transition to your next school.

SEMESTER ONE | 0-15 credit hours

• Think about your interests, values strengths, and career goals.
• If you are undecided on a major or career path, make an appointment with your local Career Link office to take an assessment to match your interests, skills, and values with a satisfying career.
• Explore the web and other resources for information related to the careers you are considering. Websites such as www.bls.gov/ooh are a great place to start. Career Link can assist in this process as well through individual appointments and workshops.
• Become familiar with the Indiana College Core (formerly Statewide Transfer General Education Core, or STGEC). The Core is built into every transfer degree at Ivy Tech and is designed to transfer as a block to fulfill general education requirements at any public, four-year Indiana college. It can also be completed as a long-term certificate (known as a technical certificate).
• Start researching colleges that you may be interested in. To get a head start, attend a Transfer Fair and/or meet the Transfer Advocate on your campus.

Remember, most colleges require grades of at least a C or better for courses to transfer!

SEMESTER TWO | CUMULATIVE TOTAL: 16-30 credit hours

• Maintain good grades! Most colleges require at least a 2.0 GPA for transfer admission. Many
  also offer scholarship opportunities for transfer students who have at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Explore possible four-year schools that offer the major that you want to pursue. In addition to
  offering the degree you want, the four-year school should be a good fit for you. Consider the
  following:
  • Admission requirements (GPA, competitive admission, and important dates)
  • Cost
  • Location (are you willing/able to move?)
  • Size of campus and average class size.
• Develop a short list of three to four schools that match your goals, priorities, and academic record.
• Become familiar with the courses necessary to obtain your four-year degree at the schools on
  your list of potential transfer schools. Be sure to explore the various partnerships that Ivy Tech has with four-year colleges around the state (and nation!). If possible, also visit these schools!
• Attend a Transfer Fair on campus to meet colleges and universities across the state of Indiana and some out-of-state institutions. This is a good opportunity to make contacts and explore all of your options at once.

SEMESTER THREE |CUMULATIVE TOTAL: 31-45 credit hours

• Try to have your list of transfer options limited to one or two schools. Share this list with your Advisor!
• Become familiar with the application requirements and deadlines of the four-year school(s) to which you are applying. Some questions to ask yourself:
  • When do applications need to be turned in?
  • When must all transcripts be submitted?
  • When must letters of recommendation and/or personal essays (if required) be submitted?
  • When must financial aid forms be filed?
  • If living on campus, when must applications for on-campus housing be filed?
• Meet with a representative from your potential transfer school(s) to perform a transcript evaluation, and talk about program and admissions requirements. Be sure to bring a list of questions to ask.
• Determine if there are scholarships available for which you may be eligible (many colleges offer transfer student scholarships!). This information can be found on websites and by asking the transfer school’s representative. Make sure to maintain the GPA requirements for these transfer scholarships.
• Meet with your Academic Advisor regularly to ensure that you are on track for graduation and transfer.

SEMESTER FOUR | CUMULATIVE TOTAL: 46-60 credit hours

• Apply for Ivy Tech graduation, yay!
• Submit applications for admissions including any transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal essays, and on-campus housing applications.
• Apply for transfer scholarships and the FAFSA using your transfer school’s FAFSA code.
• Become familiar with the courses necessary to obtain your four-year degree at your potential transfer schools.
• Contact the four-year institution two or three weeks after you submit your application to determine if your file is complete.
• Take advantage of orientation programs and other opportunities for transfer students at your new school. Meeting other transfer students and getting acquainted with campus life will help ease the transition!

PRINT TRANSFER TIMELINE & CHECKLIST (PDF, 2 pages)

What is the Core Transfer Library?

The Core Transfer Library is a list of 88 courses that are pre-approved for transfer between all Indiana public college and university campuses, in addition to six independent colleges and universities  (assuming adequate grades were earned). Core Transfer Library courses will meet the general or free elective requirements of undergraduate degree programs and most will also count towards degree program requirements, if an equivalent course is taught at the four-year campus you plan to attend.

SEARCH THE COURSE LIBRARY

Other Courses

Ivy Tech does offer courses that may transfer to a select set or even a single college or university. See your academic advisor to learn more about these courses.

Course Equivalencies

Before enrolling in courses at Ivy Tech, it is important to find out which course credits may transfer to or from other institutions. Use this helpful tool to find out how courses you have taken or plan to take may transfer to another college or university for credit.

LOOK UP COURSE EQUIVALENCIES BY COLLEGE

How To Order an Ivy Tech Transcript

Current Student - Official Transcript

Request your official transcript through MyIvy by taking the following steps:

• Step 1: Log into your MyIvy account
• Step 2: Click on "Tools and Resources" at the top of the form
• Step 3: Select "Request Official Transcript" from the list of items

Current Student - Unofficial Transcript

If you are a current student and need an unofficial transcript, this is available via MyIvy and can be printed. 

• Step 1: Log into your MyIvy account
• Step 2: Click on "Tools and Resources" at the top of the form
• Step 3: Select "Unofficial Transcripts" from the list of items

Former Student - Official Transcripts

If you no longer have access to MyIvy because you have not attended in two or more years, you can request your transcript online. You will need to Create an Account with Parchment Exchange if you haven't already done so. Should you need to reset your password, you will click on "Forgot Your Password." 

Transfer Fair Questions

The transfer fair is your opportunity to gather information about several schools at once to help you make an informed decision about where to continue your education. Here are some questions you can ask.

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Admissions

• What is the process for having my credits evaluated? Can I do this prior to applying? Who would I contact to do this?
• What is required for admissions (GPA, SAT/ACT, number of credit hours, etc.)? If my program is competitive, what additional items do I need to submit?
• Is there a difference between transferring in the fall or spring semester?
• What support is offered for transfer students?
• What if I am not sure about my major, do you offer assistance to help me choose a major?

Academics

• Do you offer [major/minor] program? If so, can you tell me about it?
• What are the most popular majors on your campus?
• Do you offer online courses/programs?
• How many credit hours of transfer will you accept?
• How long will it take me to complete my Bachelor's degree from your school? What type of transfer partnerships do you have with Ivy Tech?
• What is your typical class size?

Expenses and Scholarships

• What is the cost of attendance?
• What is the financial aid process at your school?
• Are grants or scholarships available? What about transfer scholarships?
• How late can I apply for financial aid?
• Are there separate deadlines for admission and scholarship applications?
• Can you tell me about other fees and costs in addition to tuition?
• Do you offer payment plans for tuition?

Campus and Student Life

• What kind of recreational activities are available on campus?
• What support services are available?
• How would you describe the student body?
• Do you have an office or program that supports transfer students?
• I am interested in [specific club]. Is this available at your institution?
• Are there any transfer student-specific clubs/organizations?
• What kind of transportation or parking does your school have?
• How many students attend your campus?
• Do many students live on/off campus?

Post-College

• What internships are available?
• Will career services assist with resumes, interviews, and job searches?
• How big/helpful is the alumni association
• I want to do [job/career] after college. Is there something at the university that could help me pursue that?

Final Tips:

• Collect as much information as you can and take notes, and remember to get contact
  information/business cards!
• Talk to as many colleges as possible. The perfect fit for you may be one that you never considered!
• Print out these questions as a PDF and use the back of the sheet to take notes!