How to Apply - Transfer Students
We are committed to making the transfer process as easy as possible.
A 3 step process
How to Transfer
To be considered for admission, a transfer student must be in good standing at the last institution attended, have 24 credits of work, and must have a minimum 2.2 grade point average in the courses you will be transferring over. Read through the instructions below carefully before you begin, and get in touch if you need any support along the way.
Apply onlineHNU follows a rolling admissions plan. Applications are accepted up to the start date of the term for which you apply.
Upcoming semester start dates:
Fall 2021: August 25
Spring 2022: January 10
- Apply online or through the Common Application.
- Request official transcripts from ALL colleges and universities attended. Have them sent directly to:
Holy Names University
Office of Undergraduate Admission
3500 Mountain Boulevard
Oakland, CA 94619
If you have fewer than 24 transferable semester units (45 quarter units), excluding physical education classes, please:
Submit your high school transcripts.
Submit an official SAT or ACT score. Holy Names University’s SAT code is 4059; Holy Names University’s ACT code is 0230.
You may want to request your transcripts through Parchment, Inc., a credential request company that can assist you in sending electronic transcripts and other credentials directly to Holy Names University from your high school, college, or university. - Advanced Placement Testing
Students who have taken AP exams can submit their AP scores to be evaluated for possible transfer credit. Click here for specific information on the AP score requirements and transfer credit eligibility. - Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). March 2 is the priority deadline. If you miss that deadline, you can still file a FAFSA but you may not be eligible to receive the maximum amount of aid.