What You Should Know
Transferring Your Academic Credits
St. Edward's accepts up to 66 hours of junior college or community college credit and up to 90 hours of university credit. Students must complete the last 30 of 50 undergraduate hours towards their degree in residence at St. Edward's.
All college-level coursework must be completed with a grade of C- or better to transfer. To be considered for admission, transfer students are encouraged to have a minimum, cumulative college GPA of at least 2.5.
The application essay and a student's most recent college work carry heavy weight within the admission review process. We encourage students to connect with their assigned Transfer Admission Counselor as early as possible to develop their individual transfer plan.
Transfer Policies and Procedures
Test Scores, Transcripts and Testing
- ACT and SAT scores are optional.
- If you have earned fewer than 30 hours of college credit, you will need to send an official high school transcript with your application.
- Credit by exam and placement testing options are available.
Suggested Steps to Get Started
Transfer admission decisions can be made up to one year before you plan to transfer. It’s best to apply at the beginning of the last semester you plan to attend another college.
Discover what you will need to apply, when applications are due and some helpful tips.
Complete the Preliminary Degree Plan Request and send your transcripts so that we can evaluate which credits will transfer.
Find the details of undergraduate tuition, fees, housing, meals, financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
Find and get to know the person who will be your go-to for questions throughout the process.
Discover what you will need to apply, when applications are due and some helpful tips.
Complete the Preliminary Degree Plan Request and send your transcripts so that we can evaluate which credits will transfer.
Find the details of undergraduate tuition, fees, housing, meals, financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
Find and get to know the person who will be your go-to for questions throughout the process.
2023–2024 Scholarships and Grants
Support for All Types of Transfers
Military Students
If you’re using GI Bill® benefits or taking part in ROTC programs, connect with the Veterans Affairs team for transfer-related questions and support.
International Students
If you are applying from outside the United States, you need to send your university transcripts for a course-by-course Foreign Credential Evaluation. Any NACES-accredited company can be used for this service. SpanTran provides a discount to prospective St. Edward's students.
Returning Students
If you attended college elsewhere and are ready to return to St. Edward’s to finish a degree or take more credits, we’re here to help with information just for you.
Commitment to Your Success
At St. Edward’s, we’re committed to making your transition to our vibrant community as smooth as possible. From the moment you enroll, and throughout your first semester, a transfer success coach will assist you as you adjust to life on the hilltop. Your success coach will make sure you are aware of — and know how to access — the personalized support services we offer transfer students.
Experience the Hilltop
In-person or online, there are many ways to explore St. Edward’s with a campus visit.
If You’re Transferring from a Community College
Did you know that it might be possible to graduate faster if you have Core Complete status? Lean more about Texas Core Complete and how it can help!
For Austin Community College students:
For students from other Texas community colleges: