Transfer Students

Once you have accepted admission and submitted your deposit, it’s a great idea to schedule a meeting with your transfer advisor as soon as possible. Ideally, this should be after your transfer credit evaluation is complete or nearly complete. You’ll be able to book an advising appointment once you’ve submitted your enrollment deposit, received your Tulane student ID, and sent in your transcripts and syllabi. Your advisor will help you plan your courses and make sure you’re on track for your first semester. 

Your advisor will work with you to determine how your transfer credits listed on your transfer credit evaluation apply to your degree requirements. This will help you plan your course schedule efficiently and avoid retaking courses you’ve already completed. 

You can track the status of your evaluation through the Green Wave Portal. The system will notify you when your evaluation is complete, and you will be able to view your accepted credits. It will also inform you if more information is needed. If you’re unsure of how to read the evaluation document, here is a guided example. 

If you have pending transfer credits that need further evaluation, you should submit all required documentation, including detailed course syllabi, through the Green Wave Portal. The sooner you provide these materials, the faster your credits can be reviewed. Be sure to review the Undergraduate Admissions Transfer Credit page regarding policies and criteria. The transfer advisor can also help you understand what additional information is needed.

Syllabi examples: 

• Example syllabus 1
• Example syllabus 2

For syllabi to be evaluated, they should include the following information:

• Course Name
• Professor’s Name
• Academic Term (when the course was taken)
• Location and Room (if applicable)
• Professor’s Contact Information
• Required Readings or Textbook
• Course Overview
• Learning Objectives
• Assignments (types and weight in grading)
• Course Calendar (Topics/readings/assignments to be covered in sequence with dates)
• Grading System
• Policies (such as attendance or academic integrity)

Providing complete syllabi with this information will help the faculty evaluators determine whether the course content meets Tulane’s standards and how it may be applied to your degree plan. 

Sometimes, transfer credits may not have direct Tulane equivalents and may transfer as elective credits. Your advisor will help you understand how these credits fit into your overall degree plan and if additional documentation can change their evaluation. Some courses have no equivalent at Tulane (e.g., math below the level of Calculus 1, courses from specialized technical programs) and we are unable to offer transfer credit. 

Transfer credits can count toward degree requirements, but this depends on the course content and specific degree requirements. Your academic advisor will review your credits and determine which can be applied toward the NTC Core Curriculum or your major/minor. Additionally, it may be necessary to connect with your intended major department to understand the specific requirements for your program and how your transfer credits align with those requirements. This ensures you are on track to meet all necessary criteria for graduation in your chosen field of study.

The Newcomb-Tulane College Core Curriculum forms the foundation of your academic experience at Tulane and may differ from the general education requirements at your previous institution. It includes courses in writing, quantitative reasoning, scientific inquiry, cultural knowledge, and public service. Some transfer credits may fulfill parts of the NTC Core, but additional courses may still be required depending on the evaluation of your transcripts.

For more detailed information about the NTC Core Curriculum, including potential exemptions, specific course requirements, and guidance on fulfilling these requirements, visit Tulane’s Core Curriculum website. Your advisor can also help you understand how your transfer credits apply and what courses you still need to complete to meet Tulane’s degree requirements. 

Yes, you may be able to apply college credits earned through programs like AP, IB, or A-Levels toward your Tulane degree. However, these credits do not automatically transfer from other universities. To have them considered, you'll need to send your official scores directly to Tulane from the awarding organization.

For more details on which tests are accepted and how to submit them, visit our equivalencies page. 

As a transfer student at Tulane, you'll participate in a virtual advising and registration process tailored to your start term. The timing of this process will vary depending on whether you're transferring in the Spring or Fall, as well as when you've accepted your admission offer and submitted your enrollment deposit.

You can browse our Schedule of Classes website to explore how the system operates. 

Yes, transfer students at Tulane University are eligible to participate in various study abroad opportunities. Tulane offers a wide range of programs that allow you to earn credits while experiencing different cultures and academic environments. To learn more about specific study abroad options, program details, and course listings, please visit the Tulane University Center for Global Education website. Transfer students must have completed at least one semester at Tulane before applying to study abroad. You must complete at least 60 credits in courses taught by Tulane faculty, in addition to credits earned in abroad programs. 

Once you accept admission, you are a matriculated student and can only transfer courses from a four-year degree-granting college, not from a two-year college. 

Yes! If you’re interested in Summer School enrollment, you will work with the Transfer Advisor to set up your registration for summer classes. You can visit our website for more information about Summer School at Tulane https://summerschool.tulane.edu/ or contact us at summerschool@tulane.edu.