Transfer Students

If you're considering Calvin as a transfer student, great! Here's what you need to know:

Your checklist:

Review our Transfer Policy to learn how credits transfer to Calvin
Use the or request a to see which of your credits may transfer
| Transfer Visit Day is Nov. 25:
Explore majors & programs
Understand financial aid and FAFSA for transfer students

Students who transfer in Fall 2026 or later are eligible for academic scholarships, named scholarships, and the $3000 Transfer Grant! If you transfer in Spring 2026, you may also qualify for the .

Six Tips for Finishing Your College Application

Application deadlines

Completed applications are considered on a rolling basis until the deadlines below. For maximum scholarship consideration, students must be admitted to Calvin and complete all scholarship application requirements by January 31.

Transfer Type	Fall Semester	Spring Semester
Transfer	August 18, 2025	January 5, 2026
Canadian	August 1	December 1
International - transfer in the U.S.	August 1*	November 1*
International - transfer outside the U.S.	April 1*	October 15*

*Ability of international students to enroll is dependent upon acquiring an F-1 visa. More flexibility may be allowed for international students within the United States holding a F-1 visa.

How to Apply

To apply to Calvin, please submit the following:

High school transcript: submitted by your guidance counselor through the application.
Transcripts (official or unofficial) from any university/college(s) you have attended.

You don’t need to submit an SAT, ACT, or CLT score. Calvin is test optional!

Please email required application items to admissions@calvin.edu or mail to:

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3201 Burton St. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546