If you're just getting started, you'll want to view our transfer student admissions process to understand all steps needed to apply. If you're ready to start RIC's Transfer Application you can apply right now. Already been accepted? Complete accepted student next steps!
We've connected with many transfer students to get feedback on their transition to RIC. We're proud to say that they've given us very high marks!
"I was able to meet with a RIC transfer counselor who guided me through the transfer process. The move from CCRI to RIC was incredibly seamless."- Jeniece Gonzalez ‘22
View our transfer student admissions process to see how everything will go. If you need quick answers, our undergraduate admissions FAQs or DACA/undocumented FAQs may help. But most importantly, come in for a transfer appointment so that we can help you make this important change. And in the meantime, take a virtual tour and get to know RIC!
Make a Transfer AppointmentWe have important information just for you:
Instead of retaking courses at RIC, we're able to provide transfer credit for the courses you've already taken, thanks to our partnerships with other schools. Make sure to take a look!
With our Northeast Neighbors discount, applicants from MA, CT, ME, NH, VT, NY, NJ and parts of PA can attend RIC at a 40% discount.
Are you/were you in the RI Foster Care System? If so, our Foster Care Youth Scholarship Program may be right for you. If you are accepted – your tuition and fees and room and board will be fully covered. We're working hard to remove higher education financial barriers for Rhode Island's foster care youth!
At Rhode Island College this is possible and it's referred to as prior learning assessment, or PLA. Find out about the many ways you can earn college credit for learning gained outside the traditional classroom.
Our undergraduate tuition and fees and housing and dining costs are some of the most affordable around, but we know that securing funding is still a necessity for most students - and we're here to help with that.
We assist students and their families in funding educational costs at RIC. Get the information and help you need to get started.
Our scholarship offerings change the lives of our students and make their college degree aspirations a reality. Start exploring today!
Students interested in transferring to Rhode Island College from another college or university may complete this transfer application.
Transfer applications will be reviewed when all transcripts are received. Decisions for transfer students are based on their college-level academic record. Transfer students with 24 or more earned college credits in a diversified program of study must have earned at least a 2.0 GPA.
Please Note: Transfer students are not eligible for the Hope scholarship. Eligibility guidelines can be found in our Hope Scholarship Policy Manual.
In many cases, undergraduate degree candidates who withdrew from RIC and did not attend another college or university during their absence, are eligible to re-register through the Registrar's Office, without completing a formal application.
You may transfer up to 90 credits from a regionally accredited college or university for courses in which you have earned a grade of C or higher, as long as the courses are comparable to what is taught at RIC.
You will receive a preliminary, unofficial credit evaluation upon acceptance to Rhode Island College. An official evaluation of transfer credit will be completed by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for all students once they enroll at the college.
Students may view a list of corresponding courses using RIC’s Transfer Evaluation System (TES). Students transferring from CCRI or URI are advised to visit the state transfer website for more information regarding transfer within the RI state system.
Prior to acceptance, applicants may log in to Transferology, and see how their classes will transfer to Rhode Island College.
Rhode Island College also accepts proficiency credit awarded through the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests. Get more information on CLEP credits.
Rhode Island College maintains transfer agreements/articulation agreements with the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) and Bristol Community College (BCC).
Students may request a preliminary evaluation via email by sending their transcripts and intended major. Please email our transfer address at transfer@ric.edu with these materials. You can also make an appointment with one of our transfer admissions counselors to learn more about the transfer admission process and how credits will transfer from another college or university.
Also, Rhode Island College representatives visit community college campuses regularly. Check out when RIC will be coming to you.
In many cases, undergraduate degree candidates who withdrew from RIC and did not attend another college or university during their absence, are eligible to re-register through the Registrar's Office without completing a formal application. Instead, they should submit the Student Reactivation Form.
Please email the Registrar's Office at records@ric.edu with any additional questions.
Congratulations to those who have recently been accepted to RIC! Get started now and mark orientation on your calendar!
Next, follow these accepted student next steps to pay your enrollment deposit to secure your place at RIC and register for your orientation session.
We'd be happy to meet with you! Book Brian Stevens or Book Lucas Del Savio for an appointment.
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We hope that you'll come out to our beautiful campus, and see all that RIC has to offer!
Associate Director of Admissions
Transfer Coordinator
