Frequently Asked Questions for Transfer Students

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Am I admissible?

To be admissible to the University of New Orleans, a student must have completed at least 18 hours of non-remedial course work, have a 2.25 grade point average from an accredited college or university, and completed all developmental course work before transferring. Students who have not earned at least 18 hours of non-remedial course work, are required to submit an official high school transcript and official ACT or SAT test scores.

Are transfer students from two-year, regionally accredited colleges admitted?

Yes, if they meet admission requirements.

What standardized tests and scores (ACT/SAT) are required for transferring?

If you have less than 18 semester hours of non-remedial courses, the ACT or SAT is required with acceptable scores.

Are official transcripts from all previously attended institutions, including high school, required?

Only college transcripts are required. However, if you have fewer than 18 non-remedial semester hours completed, a high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores are required.

Will an associate degree improve the likelihood of admission?

No, unless UNO has entered into an articulation agreement with your home institution.

Are transfer students currently on academic suspension from their last college or university eligible for admission?

No.

Who will help me with course scheduling and degree planning?

Contact your academic advisor if you have questions about course scheduling and degree planning. Your college dean's office can put you in touch with your academic advisor.

What maximum number of hours can be transferred from a two-year college? From a four-year college?

All credit from a regionally accredited college or university will be considered for transfer. The extent to which these credits will be used for degree purposes will be determined by the dean of your respective degree program. Due to credit limitations on all degree plans, only half of any degree plan, or a maximum of 64 hours, can be fully credited to any program of study. A candidate for a bachelor's degree must earn at least 30 semester hours of credit in the college from which the degree is to be earned.

What minimum number of credit hours must a transfer earn to receive an associate degree? A baccalaureate degree?

No associate degrees are granted. At least 30 semester hours must be completed in the program of study at UNO to receive a bachelor's degree.

Are all attempted courses used in calculating a transfer's cumulative average for admission? Any exceptions?

All attempted hours are used in calculating a GPA.

When a course is repeated, how is the grade used in the calculation of grade-point average?

All attempts are included in the GPA, not just the best attempt.

If course credit was earned at an institution awarding credit in quarter hours, how will the credit be calculated?

The number of quarter hours multiplied by 2/3 equals the number of semester hours.

Who determines degree credit for transfer courses? How are course equivalencies determined?

Transfer credit evaluators in the Office of Admissions review catalog descriptions to determine course equivalencies. Transfer tables of equivalencies have been created for many institutions. If course equivalencies are unclear from descriptions, the Admissions Offices contacts academic departments to make equivalency assessments. The extent to which specific courses are used for degree credit is determined by departmental or college representatives within the respective programs.

How are transfer courses with "D" grades considered?

"D" grades transfer for general university purposes. Individual colleges may elect not to use "D" grades in a student's major or for specific college requirements.

Are competency tests required on courses completed with satisfactory grades from regionally accredited institutions?

A competency test is required for credit in ENGL 1158 (English Composition). Competency exams are also required for some business courses if the courses were taken at the lower level (freshman/sophomore) at the previous institution but offered at the junior/senior level at UNO.

What limits exist on credit gained by non-traditional means?

Credit from all forms of advanced standing examinations and from bypass credit cannot exceed 30 hours. Each college sets the amount of degree credit it will accept in correspondence or extension courses. At the current time the University does not grant credit for experiential learning portfolios, but some form of experiential assessment may be in place in the future. Formal education programs sponsored by non-collegiate organizations (business, industry, government, voluntary, and professional agencies) may be awarded credit if recommended by the American Council on Education.

How are courses from nontraditional systems evaluated?

The Office of Admissions assesses credit for general University purposes according to the American Council on Education guidelines. Individual colleges and academic departments assess whether this general University credit applies toward a particular degree program.

Is credit accepted from non-accredited institutions?

Generally, no.

Is credit granted for coursework completed at technical, vocational, or proprietary schools?

Generally, no.

Must I take the English 1158 proficiency exam?

Yes, if you are given transfer credit for English 1158, unless you already have a U.S. bachelor's degree or earned a score of "5" on the College Board Advanced Placement English Language and Composition Exam.

When will my credits be evaluated?

Usually your transfer credit evaluation is mailed with your admission letter. If you apply very close to registration, your evaluation will be mailed to you within 30 days of the beginning of the semester.

Whom should I talk to if I have questions about my evaluation?

Contact the evaluator whose name appears in the heading of the first page of your evaluation. Questions regarding the applicability of your transfer credit to your specific degree program should be referred to your college dean's office.

What if my course does not have an exact UNO equivalent?

UNO course numbers appear on your evaluation when there are exact equivalents. Courses listed by title may not have an exact equivalent but are still considered transferable for general University purposes. You should check with your academic advisor to see which of your non-equated courses can be applied toward your degree.

What kinds of on-campus housing facilities are available?

Pontchartrain Hall is a brand new residence hall, featuring 4 bedroom and 2 bedroom & 1 bath Suite Style living. Privateer Apartments are also located onc ampus. Contact the Office of Student Housing at (504) 280-6585 or their website http://housing.uno.edu for more details and an application for on-campus housing.

What student financial aid programs are available? Who on UNO's campus should be contacted for information about financial aid?

All types of financial aid, including scholarships, are handled through the Office of Student Financial Aid , 504-280-6603. Financial need is determined by information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The following forms of financial aid are available at UNO: PELL Grants, Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grants, Perkins Student Loans, College Work-Study Programs, State Student Incentive Grants, and the Federal Family Loan Programs, i.e. Stafford, Unsubsidized and Parent Loans. UNO also awards over $1.5 million in scholarships and employment opportunities are available through various University departments and offices.

Are there special programs or services which encourage the enrollment of the disabled?

Yes. UNO provides accommodations for students with disabilities and a coordinator for students with disabilities to interact with all academic and student service units to educate faculty on relevant issues and respond to student needs. Contact 504-280-6222 for more information.

The University of New Orleans welcomes transfer students. If you have further questions about transferring to UNO, please call or write to:

University of New Orleans
Office of Admissions
103 Administration Building
New Orleans, LA 70148
Phone: (504) 280-6595 or 1-800-256-5-UNO
Fax: (504) 280-5522