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• Colleges have unique policies and transfer requirements. Therefore, review the schools’ policies regarding credits, GPA, application deadlines, and housing (not all schools provide housing for students).

NOTE:It is important to recognizethat not all credits will be transferred to the major program you are interested in at your target school. Please reach out to the Â鶹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿ÚÃâ·Ñ Office at your target school to see how your credits will transfer, specifically to your program, and you could also work with your current advisor. 

• Please work with your current advisor and reach out to your target school to see how your credits will transfer for the program you are interested in. Our advisors do our best to assist students with this process, but it is ultimately on the student to do the research to ensure credits transfer. Do not assume all credits will transfer!
• Some schools won't accept credit from a class if you earned below a C (C-, D, D-, F).

• Transferring can impact the intended graduation date and program credit requirements.
• Focus on maintaining a strong academic record.
• Develop an Educational Plan: Create a plan that outlines your academic goals and how your coursework will align with your target school's requirements. 
• Work with MSUB Career & Employment Services to explore and receive guidance and support while selecting an educational/career path that is right for you.

 NOTE: Switching schools can potentially disrupt and/or delay your graduation.

Gather required materials.Ensure all information is accurate. Documents can take time and effort to not only gather, but to also complete. In some cases, specific majors may also have different deadlines or minimum academic requirements.

• You are expected and required to submit documentation, some examples are, but not limited to:
  • Official college transcripts from all attended schools

Order your official MSU Billings transcript here:  

• High school transcripts
• ACT or SAT scores
• Letters of recommendation
• Financial aid, Military/GI Bill (speak with the Veterans office personnel at both current and school transferring to, to verify information, etc.

• It is your responsibility to submit all required materials by the deadline. Any missing or delayed documents could delay application.  Double-check important dates and deadlines for deposits, registration, financial, and other college requirements.
• Wait for a letter of acceptance to come to you through email or a letter to your physical address. Be patient. Colleges may differ in waiting times.  Be diligent in checking your communication devices for further information/clarification from your transfer school.
• Carefully record and keep track of all materials and deadlines.
• Keep a copy of all your course syllabi.
• Contact your target school’s Â鶹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿ÚÃâ·Ñ Office – don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.
• BE PROACTIVE. Start the transfer process early to give yourself ample time to prepare and submit your application. Following up is important.
• Connect with your academic advisor.
• Utilize and reach out to your resources such as but not limited to Financial Aid office, Advising, Â鶹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿ÚÃâ·Ñ Office, Career & Employment Services, Military and Veterans Office, TRIO SSS, etc.

• Do not assume anything!  The U.S. Department of Education states that most financial does not automatically transfer over (go with the student to the new school). You will need to update your FAFSA with the new school's information and be aware you may receive a new financial aid package that could differ from your previous one. 
• Communicate: It is important to keep your current school notified of your intention to transfer.
• Make sure to ask if your student account is fully settled or if you have any outstanding balances.
• To avoid having to start repaying any of your federal loans as you transfer, make sure you understand deferment.

• Applying for admission to another MSU: .
• This free electronic application within your MSUB MyInfo account will prompt your complete application file, including transcript(s), to be accessed by the other MSU college.

 

Applying for admission to another Montana college (i.e. University of Montana or Montana community colleges): Visit the Montana University System (MUS) Transfer Form. https://www.montana.edu/registrar/seamlessonemsu/billings.html

• Complete this form and submit it to the MSUB Registrar’s office, along with a $8 fee. Your transcripts and a copy of your complete application file will be sent to the college that you indicate on the form. The Â鶹¹ÙÍøÊ×Ò³Èë¿ÚÃâ·Ñ office at the other college will reach out to you regarding your next steps and if there are any extra documents they might need to complete your file with them.

 

How to order your official MSUB transcript when applying for admission outside of OneMSU or Montana University System (MUS),  see Transcript Requests.