Congratulations Admitted Transfer Students!

Welcome to the Bronco Family! We are excited to welcome you to the Bronco family! Please use this site to find all the information you need moving forward. Learn about your Transfer Credit Evaluation, how The Core Curriculum works, Housing options, much more. We educate our students to not only be competent in their respective fields, but also conscientious and compassionate citizens of the world. And now we welcome you into that tradition. Go Broncos!

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Next Steps

Pay close attention to the items below, and you’ll be a Bronco in no time.

Winter Transfer Start

What you need to do	Deadline
Pay the $500 enrollment fee via your SCU application portal (nonrefundable).	November 30
View your Financial Aid offer via your SCU application portal.	Available two weeks after receiving your admission decision
Interested in living on-campus? We have various options available. Make sure to complete the housing application as soon as possible. You can find the housing application in your housing portal, 24 hours after you have made your enrollment deposit. No housing deposit will be required.	November 30
Register with the Office of Accessible Education, if appropriate	November 30
Take the Second-Language Placement Test Survey at least 2 weeks prior to your advising appointment. This placement should be taken if you plan to take a language (other than English) course during your first year at SCU, e.g. to satisfy your Core Second Language Requirement or to continue previous language studies. Please note that *Engineering students do not need* to complete the second language requirement. _{Go to: Language Requirement Website for more information about placement and proficiency testing.}	December 1
Calculus and the Calculus Readiness Exam: All students who need to take Calculus 1 (MATH 11, 30, or 35) or precalculus (MATH 9, 9S, 9A/B) must take the Calculus Readiness Exam. You can also view the Mathematics and Computer Science website for more information. Not all majors need calculus, check if you need to take a Calculus course here _{What is the Calculus Readiness Exam?} _{Taking the CRE: From the ALEKS tile on your MySCU portal After Your ALEKS Session}	December 1
Review your Transfer Credit Report. If you have questions about your transfer credit, meet with your academic major department or a Drahmann Center advisor. Appointments with a Drahmann Center advisor can be made by calling 408-554-4318 or emailing drahmanncenter@scu.edu.	December 1
For international students who do not hold a US passport, submit a completed I-20 Request via International Students & Scholars	November 30
Submit AP/IB/A-levels exam results for credit to the Office of Undergraduate Admission.	Prior to your Academic Advising & Enrollment Session
Submit final high school/college transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admission.	December 5
The Drahmann Center will send out an email regarding the mandatory online advising and enrollment session	December 3
Online Advising and Enrollment	December 10
Submit proof of health insurance online through the MySCU portal by clicking the Gallagher tile. _{Enroll in the SCU-sponsored health insurance plan or submit the online waiver form at scu.edu/cowell/insurance if you have your own insurance.}	January 10
Submit Immunization Records. _{Immunization Website for more information}	January 10
Payment deadline for tuition, housing, and fees.	January 21

Transfer Student Spotlights

I transferred to Santa Clara because I was drawn to its reputation for academic excellence and strong sense of community. Since being here, I’ve felt that community firsthand, made great friends and connections, and been challenged in my classes in ways that have really helped me grow.

I transferred to SCU because I found great programs, such as LEAD, that helped me find a great sense of community with other transfer students. I also found the professors to be incredibly supportive and super understanding, which is helpful as a transfer student coming to a new institution.

I transferred to Santa Clara University because of their excellent academic programs, particularly in accounting, and emphasis on ethical leadership and real-world experience. The Jesuit values of SCU were also in alignment with my personal commitment to social responsibility and integrity.

What drew me to SCU was the balance between challenging academics and a strong sense of purpose. The close-knit classes and collaborative environment made me excited about learning in a community that truly values growth and impact.

I transferred to Santa Clara University to receive a high-quality education with strong support and close connections with professors and faculty. At SCU, I found my passion, built great friendships, and discovered the strong sense of community I had been searching for.

Understanding Your Transfer Credit

Learn about transferring credits at Santa Clara University and how to read your transfer evaluation. As a reminder, please send in your final transcripts for the evaluation of any courses currently in progress.

SCU's Core Curriculum

Learn about Santa Clara's core curriculum for transfer students. Dr. Katie Heintz addresses the three structures associated with the curriculum designed for a liberal arts education in the Jesuit tradition and educating the whole person.

Virtual Visit

Get a feel for campus and learn more about SCU by watching our student led 360 virtual tour. Our virtual tour spans 106 lush acres with world-renowned gardens and state-of-the-art facilities all surrounding our iconic Mission. You can also visit our Virtual SCU page for more content.