Transfer students are those who are currently or were previously enrolled at any college or university after high school graduation.
Transfer up to 90 academic credits
Reference: HOP policy 04-207
Seamless transition from partnering institutions
SFA has created partnerships with several Texas institutions to ensure a seamless transition to your bachelor's degree. Guaranteed admission: If your enrolled at a partnering institution participating in the Lumberjack Transfer Alliance, you're admission to SFA is guaranteed.
Admission requirements
- Minimum cumulative transferable 2.0 GPA
- Be in good academic standing
- Steps to apply to SFA
Check course transfer compatibility
It's possible that not all transferred course will apply toward your degree map. If you're transferring from a partnering institution, refer to the specific transfer pathway.
The Texas Common Course Numbering System offers an up-to-date database for you to check course compatibility that will help you learn more about community college transferable hours.
Lumberjack Transfer Scholarship (3.0+ GPA)
All fall/spring admitted students are automatically considered for SFA's Lumberjack Transfer Scholarship, with the potential to receive up to $2,000 per year.
Cumulative transferable GPA | Award amount per year |
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3.0 to 3.49 | $1,000 |
3.50 or higher | $2,000 |
Students are automatically considered and evaluated for the scholarship when officially admitted to the university, so a formal application for the Lumberjack Transfer Scholarship is not required.
This scholarship opportunity is for students who transfer to SFA during the fall or the spring.
- $1,000 for the year if the recipient’s transferable GPA is 3.0 to 3.49
- $2,000 per year if the recipient’s transferable GPA is 3.50 or higher.
Requirements
- Completed at least 15 transferable semester hours with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (as computed by SFA's Office of Admissions)
- Advanced placement or credit by exam credits are not included in the 30 transferable semester-hour requirement.
- Submit official college transcript to SFA's Office of Admissions.
- Be officially admitted to SFA.
Renewals
- This scholarship is renewable for a second academic year.
- Earn 24 or more semester hours of credits during your first fall and spring terms at SFA.
- Maintain a GPA of at least 3.25 during the fall and spring terms.
Ready to apply?
Submit all required materials as soon as possible. Applying early opens opportunities for scholarships, financial aid, housing and orientation. Complete applications will be reviewed for admission and decisions communicated on a rolling basis.
The Office of Admissions must receive your official college transcripts directly from your current/previous college or university.
It's that easy!
Do you have fewer than 15 attempted credits?
If you have fewer than 15 attempted credits, you also must submit:
- final official high school transcript (must be received directly from the school)
- and official standardized test scores (Codes: ACT 4188, SAT 6682)