Apply to transfer from within the U of M system

(Students from the Twin Cities, Duluth, Crookston, Morris, and Rochester campuses, including those who are currently or have been previously enrolled)

CEHD accepts transfer applications for both the fall and spring semesters.

Priority Application Deadlines

Spring semester deadline
October 1

Fall semester deadline
February 1

Important reminders about your application

  • CEHD admits transfer students directly into majors.
  • Some majors will reach enrollment capacity by the priority deadline. To be sure your application is given full consideration, please submit all materials by the priority deadline. Majors which have not filled by the priority deadlines will continue to accept applications until Dec. 1 (spring admission) or June 1 (fall admission) or until the specified major fills.

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1) Minimum requirements

2) Change of college form

3) CEHD Transfer Application Supplement and essay responses

Complete and submit a CEHD Transfer Application Supplement and essay responses. In general, each response should be between 150 and 200 words, or about half a page (single-spaced).

  • What motivates you to pursue this major?

  • How will this major help you to advance toward your life/career goals?

  • What experiences or circumstances would you like us to know that are not reflected on your transcripts? (You may want to include personal experiences, extracurricular activities, and/or extenuating circumstances.)

  • How might you contribute to, or benefit from, the diverse community of scholars within CEHD? (CEHD values the diverse experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and talents offered by members of its community. We want to hear how what you bring to CEHD can enhance this type of community or what you hope to gain from the unique learning opportunities this type of community can provide.)

    • Review tips for writing your personal statement.