Complete Your Bachelor’s Degree at Madonna University
Madonna University welcomes transfer students for admission into our tight-knit, supportive
community, helping them to realize their potential and achieve their academic and
professional goals. With over 100 degree programs and an array of student involvement
opportunities and academic support services, transfer students seamlessly transition
to Madonna University.
The Madonna Admissions team understands the unique needs of transfer students and
are ready to help you navigate the process. If you need assistance as you submit your
transfer application, please contact our Office of Admissions at 734-432-5339 to speak
with a Transfer Admissions Officer who can discuss specific transfer guides and any
questions you may have about the transfer process.
Application Requirements
The Office of Admissions conducts a holistic review of each applicant, ensuring they
are a best-fit for success in our community. We do this by assessing academic achievement,
community experience, and extracurricular involvement.
Transfer applicants must meet the following standards to be considered for admission:
- Cumulative college/university GPA of 2.0 or higher
- Good academic and personal standing at prior institutions
Please note that applicants whose credentials do not satisfy the above criteria but
whose maturity indicates potential for success are eligible for provisional admission.
Students interested in applying for transfer admission to Madonna University are required
to submit the following:
- Official college transcript(s) from each college/university attended, final transcript
after all grades are posted
- AP, IB test score(s), if applicable
- Official high school or equivalent transcript if fewer than 12 transferable credits
See below for relevant information!
Students interested in transferring to Madonna University can review their completed
coursework at their current institution as well as AP and IB courses to evaluate potential
transferable credits through our course equivalencies guide.
If your college is not currently included in our transfer equivalency guide, please
contact our Office of Admissions at 734-432-5339 or admissions@madonna.edu to have your credits reviewed.
Madonna University participates in the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) to facilitate transfer from Michigan community colleges. The MTA allows students to
complete general education courses at participating institutions in Michigan.
A minimum of 30 credits must be taken at the community college to satisfy MTA, including:
- 1 course in English Composition and a second English Composition or Communications
course
- 1 course in Mathematics from one of three pathways: College Algebra, Statistics, or
Quantitative Reasoning
- 2 courses in Social Sciences (from two disciplines)
- 2 courses in Humanities and Fine Arts (from two disciplines, excluding studio and
performance)
- 2 courses in Natural Sciences including one with laboratory experience (from two disciplines)
With completion of MTA, Madonna University recognizes that the Core Courses component
of graduation requirements has been completed. Note that the student’s official transcript
from the two-year institution must indicate that the MTA has been satisfied.
Madonna University has partnered with many two year colleges to increase the ease
of transfer between the two institutions through established articulation agreements
and transfer guides. Articulation agreements and transfer guides outline a clear pathway
for applicants to transfer credit to Madonna University and are reviewed on a regular
basis to reflect the most accurate and up-to-date course listings.
Please click on the link below to determine if there is an existing articulation agreement
or transfer guide for the program you are interested in pursuing at Madonna University.
Transfer Guides and Articulation Agreements
Madonna University has been named a “Military Friendly School” three years in a row
by GI Jobs and the Michigan Department of Veteran Affairs. We highly encourage veterans
to have their Joint Services Transcript (JST) submitted during the admission process
to maximize the use of their military training and experience. We will accept up
to 60 credits of military credit towards a bachelor's degree. Visit the JST website
to request your official transcript.
Find out how Madonna University supports veterans seeking to complete their degree.
Madonna University is proud to be one of the most affordable private, liberal arts
schools in the country with our tuition being half the national average for similar
institutions. We are committed to helping transfer students complete their bachelor’s
degree and achieve their goals at Madonna. To do so, financial aid, including scholarships and grants, is available to eligible transfer students. Learn more about financial aid opportunities at Madonna University.
Are you a transfer student looking for instant admission to Madonna University? Drop
in to our Transfer Tuesday event, hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions!
While it is not mandatory, please consider submitting an RSVP so that we may best
prepare for your visit.
When: Dates will be posted soon!
What to bring:
- Unofficial copies of transcripts from all previously attended institutions
OR
- Official copies of transcripts from all previously attended institutions IN AN UNOPENED, SEALED ENVELOPE.
What will I get out of this event?
- A preliminary admissions decision to Madonna University!*
- A transfer credit review. Become familiar with our Transfer Equivalency Guide, and
chat with an Admissions Officer about courses that have not yet been evaluated by
MU.
- Meet with an Academic Advisor to discuss Advising resources here on campus.
- An introduction to orientation options. Complete the simple orientation process online,
or attend a more personalized orientation experience on campus!
*Admissions decisions are contingent on later receiving a student’s completed online
application and copies of official transcripts from all previously attended institutions.
