Many students realize that the college or university they are attending is not really the place they want to be, or they are completing a two-year program, wondering about the next step. It's at this time when the idea of transferring comes to mind. For some, that's where it stops - an idea - and they continue on, unhappy at the same school.
With a few decisive moves, however, students ready for a change can make a smooth transfer to Geneva College.
First, there are many reasons to transfer to Geneva, including high-quality, Christian academic programs with a vocational focus, many majors to choose from, 19 NCAA Div. III varsity sports, a close-knit community. Action: Take a look at Geneva College >>
Second, transfer credits are important. And Geneva makes the process of determining what transfers easy with our partnership with Transferology, plus we want you here and have a generous credit transfer policy. Action: Learn more about transfer credit evaluation >>
Finally, Geneva helps you through the process of applying, getting financial aid, orienting yourself to life at Geneva and connecting you to your new community. Our admission application is simple and free. You'll need your college transcripts to fully complete it. Action: Fill out the admissions application >>
Don't let anything keep you from the higher education you need. Take these three decisive steps toward a Geneva degree as a transfer student. Emily, who transferred to Geneva from a two-year program, says, “I came to Geneva from a community college and my experience has been wonderful. I love the Christ-centered education. I enjoy time with my new friends – and love my professors, who really care for my academic and spiritual growth.”
Keeping reading to learn more about transferring to Geneva College.
If you are considering a transfer from your current school, Geneva College should be at the top of your go-to list. Offering generous transfer credit policies, transfer grants and scholarships and award-winning academics, Geneva welcomes you into our supportive community.
A small, private college experience where everybody knows your name and cares about you as a person made in God’s image may be exactly what you need. Our core curriculum and vocational focus prepares you for meaningful service in the workplace and beyond.
Geneva scholarships and grants provides financial support for transfer students to help make a private, Christ-centered education more affordable.
Dean’s Scholarship - $15,000 / year, renewable for up to eight semesters (Cumulative college GPA 3.5-4.0)
Tower Scholarship - $12,500 / year, renewable for up to eight semesters (Cumulative college GPA 3.0-3.49)
Ferncliffe Grant New! - $9,000 / year, renewable for up to eight semesters (Cumulative college GPA 2.0-2.99)
At Geneva, we recognize the importance of receiving credit for your previous coursework. As part of the admissions process, an official transfer evaluation will be completed by Geneva College’s Transfer Admission Counselor to ensure that you receive all transferrable credit.
Contact Geneva Admissions today for more information at 800-847-8255 or admissions@geneva.edu.
Opinions expressed in the Geneva Blog are those of its contributors and do not necessarily represent the opinions or official position of the College. The Geneva Blog is a place for faculty and contributing writers to express points of view, academic insights, and contribute to national conversations to spark thought, conversation, and the pursuit of truth, in line with our philosophy as a Christian, liberal arts institution.
Dec 9, 2020
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