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START YOUR NEXT CHAPTER AT MORNINGSIDE
YOUR TRANSFER EXPERIENCE MATTERS
Making the choice to transfer is a big decision. Whether you have some classes, earned a degree from a two-year college, or are considering transferring from another four-year university, Morningside is ready to welcome you with generous transfer plans that will help you take the next step of your college journey.
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HOW CAN WE HELP YOU TRANSFER?
Academic Programs
Explore over 65+ majors and preprofessional programs offered at Morningside.
Financial Aid & Scholarship
Explore financial aid and scholarships for transfer students.
Community College Pathways
Morningside has established multiple pathway programs that make it possible for you to complete the first part of your education at a two-year college and transfer to Morningside to earn your bachelor’s degree. See if your school is eligible.
HOW TO TRANSFER
It takes
five minutes or less
to apply for undergraduate enrollment. To get started, complete the following 3 steps:
Step 1:
Fill out the free application below.
Step 2:
Request your transcripts from your high school, or request your GED or HSED record.
Step 3:
Request a transcript from each college you have attended.
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TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS
If you’re looking for an on-campus community while earning your bachelor’s degree, Morningside can offer you that and much more.
Transfer Admissions Requirements for an On-Campus Undergraduate Experience
If you have 27 or more transferable credits, you need a minimum transfer GPA of 2.25 (based on a 4.0 scale)
If you have fewer than 27 transferable college credits, you need:
A cumulative high school GPA of 2.5 or better (based on 4.0 scale).
Or Ranked in the top 50% of your high school class.
Complete the
application to Morningside
Request to have
transcripts sent from your high school
or request your GED or HSED record
Request a transcript from any college(s) you have attended
TRANSFER RESOURCES
1,300 online and graduate students
1,200 undergraduate students
Named by alumni to the Forbes List of Grateful Grads
99% job or graduate school placement rate
Named one of Iowa’s safest campuses
Extensive alumni network with over 15,000 alumni worldwide
4,000 alumni in the Siouxland area
Active-learning focus with opportunities for travel, research, career exploration, and more
28 Varsity sports
Choral music, instrumental music, theatre, and arts
50+ student clubs and organizations
More than $20 million in scholarships awarded to undergraduate students
We are in the process of updating these online guides. Missing or outdated guides will be updated soon.
For more information, contact Admissions or call 712-274-5552.
Central Community College (Nebraska)
Des Moines Area Community College
Hawkeye Community Colleg
Iowa Central Community Colleg
Iowa Lakes Community Colleg
Iowa Valley Community Colleg
Iowa Western Community Colleg
Kirkwood Community College
Metropolitan Community College (Omaha, Neb.
Minnesota West and Technical Community Colleg
Nebraska Indian Community College
North Iowa Area Community College
Northeast Community College (Nebraska)
Northwest Iowa Community College
Southwestern Community College
Western Iowa Tech Community College
If you have completed an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or an Associate of Applied Science degree from an accredited two-year college, all of your credits will be accepted when you transfer to Morningside. It’s just one way we try to help you have a hassle-free, welcoming experience.
To learn more about transferring credits to Morningside, view our Transferring Credits page.
If you’re looking for an on-campus community while earning your bachelor’s degree, Morningside can offer you that and much more.
Transfer Admissions Requirements for an On-Campus Undergraduate Experience:
If you have 27 or more transferable credits, you need a minimum transfer GPA of 2.25 (based on a 4.0 scale)
If you have fewer than 27 transferable college credits, you need:
A cumulative high school GPA of 2.5 or better (based on 4.0 scale).
Or Ranked in the top 50% of your high school class.
Complete the
application to Morningside
Request to have
transcripts sent from your high school
or request your GED or HSED record
Request a transcript from any college(s) you have attended
If you need a more flexible option to complete your degree, our online Bachelor’s Completion Program is for you. See the requirements below. Online bachelor’s degree completion students may not participate in athletics, talent areas, or receive benefits paid through general fees.
Transfer Requirements for the Online Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program
Completed 50+ credit hours with a minimum GPA of 2.25 (based on a 4.0 scale)
At least two years of work or volunteer experience
Complete the application
to Morningside
Submit official transcripts of all undergraduate coursework
Submit a high school transcript or proof of high school graduation if you are planning to apply for Financial Aid
Are not participating in athletics, talent areas, or wishing to access benefits typically paid through general fees
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Questions? We’d love to help. Contact us today.
Amy Williams-Malenosky
Sr. Associate Director of Admissions
712-274-5552
williamsa@morningside.edu
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