• Frequently Asked Questions

    Transfer Students

    What is the application process for a transfer student?

    We have an extremely transfer friendly admissions process with very clear cut steps.  See the Transfer Student Landing Page for more details!

    How long will it take to complete my degree?

    Degree completion varies student to student.  Factors that can affect completion time are: the major you pursue, the grades you obtained in past coursework, and full or part time status here at ODU.  An admissions counselor would be glad to audit your past coursework to provide you with a clear picture of credits you transferred and answer any questions.  

    I’ve gone to college in the past, but would rather not use those grades.  Can I just start over?

    If you have attended college in the past the grades that you achieved there will follow you for life!  In order to be considered for admission to ODU, you must provide transcripts from all of the institutions at which you were previously enrolled.   

    Do I need my official transcripts for the initial transfer evaluation?

    No.  For your initial evaluation of credits, you may submit your unofficial transcripts via fax or email.  However, after you have been officially accepted by the university, you must submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities at which you were previously enrolled.

    What schools will you accept transfer credit from?

    Ohio Dominican will accept transfer credits from colleges or universities that are regionally accredited.  The following is a list of regional accrediting agencies recognized by Ohio Dominican University:   New England Association of Schools & Colleges (EH), Middle States Association of Colleges & Schools (M), North Central Association of Colleges & Schools (NH), Northwest Commission on Colleges & Schools (NW), Southern Association of Colleges & Schools (SC), Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WC or WJ).  If you are unsure whether your past schools are regionally accredited please call our office directly.

    Do you accept credits from the military?

    Yes!  ODU will award credit to students with military training, experience and/or coursework that is recognized by the American Council on Education (ACE).

    How long are my past college credits good for?

    In general, completed college coursework does not expire.

    Do I need to send my high school transcripts?

    If you have completed 24 or more semester credits (32 quarter credits) in college level courses with a grade of C- or higher at your past institutions, you will not need to submit a high school transcript.

    How many credits will you accept from my past schools?

    We will accept all credits from college level courses in which you received a C- or higher from 4 year institutions.  We will accept up to 68 semester credits (102 quarter credits) from college level courses in which you received a C- or higher from 2 year institutions.

    I already have my Bachelors degree, and want to become a teacher.  Can I get a teaching certification only?

    Yes!  Ohio Dominican University offers teaching certification programs for Early, Middle and Secondary Education that will license you to teach.