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YOUR MOVE Transfer Guide
YOUR PATH CONTINUES CINCINNATI
WHETHER YOU’RE TRANSFERRING FROM A COMMUNITY COLLEGE OR JUST LOOKING FOR A BETTER FIT, NKU IS HERE TO LIGHT YOUR WAY. Located between the bustling Fortune 500 companies of Cincinnati and the rural horse farms of central Kentucky, NKU is situated perfectly for the student who wants to graduate, land a successful job and stay in the area a while longer.
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more than 275 employers
more than 70 majors COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS Anthropology Biological Sciences Chemistry Criminal Justice Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology English Environmental Science French Geography Geology German History Integrative Studies International Studies Mathematics Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Technology Mechatronics Engineering Technology Neuroscience Organizational Leadership Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychological Science Sociology Spanish Statistics PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Pre-Dentistry Pre-Engineering Pre-Medical Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Medicine Pre-Wildlife Management
FLEXIBLE AND CONVENIENT PROGRAMS • Take traditional face-to-face classes or complete your degree online. • Online programs are in red.
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (SOTA) Music Music Education Theatre Studio Arts Visual Communication Design
COLLEGE OF INFORMATICS
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS Business Information Systems Communication Studies Computer Information Technology Computer Science Data Science Electronic Media & Broadcasting Health Communication Health Informatics Journalism Library Informatics Media Informatics Public Relations
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS Athletic Training Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Exercise Science Human Services and Addictions Middle Grades Education Physical Education Secondary Education Social Work Special Education
HAILE/US BANK COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS Accounting Construction Management Economics Entrepreneurship Finance General Business Global Supply Chain Management Human Resources Management International Business Management Marketing Sports Business & Event Management
COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS Health Science Nursing Radiation Therapy Radiologic Science Respiratory Care
THE HONORS COLLEGE There are opportunities for students—whether a first-time freshman, transfer, continuing or adult learner—in any major to complete Honors courses and co-curricular activities to earn University Honors Scholar on their diploma and transcript. Northern Kentucky University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional degrees.
TAU SIGMA TRANSFER HONOR SOCIETY Tau Sigma is an academic honor society designed specifically to recognize and promote the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students. By establishing this chapter at NKU, we are able to recognize the academic achievement of our most outstanding transfers and, in the process, help serve them better.
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TOP 10 MOST POPULAR MAJORS: Biological Sciences Computer Information Technology Nursing Computer Science Organizational Leadership Elementary Education Social Work Communication Studies
SEVEN COLLEGES & ONE SCHOOL SPARK ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES.
Psychological Science
What can you do here?
Electronic Media & Broadcasting
At NKU, there is more than one answer. Double major. Choose one major and three minors. Choose two majors and one minor. Your time at NKU doesn’t have to—and shouldn’t—be one-dimensional.
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Find your home in one of seven colleges: the College of Arts & Sciences, the Haile/US Bank College of Business, the College of Education & Human Services, the College of Informatics, the College of Health Professions, the Salmon P. Chase College of Law and the Honors College, or in our School of the Arts. With more than 70 majors to choose from, we can help you find and develop your passion. And when you do, we’re there to provide fuel
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Interested in the College of Law? The College of Law has a 3+3 program for students interested in jumpstarting their law careers. Contact the College of Law Office of Admissions at (859) 572-5490 or visit nku.edu/chaselaw.
WARM & WELCOMING APRIL DEFALCO, a non-traditional social work student, didn’t really know what to expect when she transferred to NKU from Gateway Community and Technical College (GCTC) last fall. “I’ll admit I was nervous about attending a university for the first time,” she says. “I’m older than most college students, or at least I thought I was. I thought because of the age difference that I would be an outcast, but that’s definitely not what happened. NKU has a diverse group of students and helpful staff who are very welcoming.” April says the process of transferring her credits and signing up for classes was “truly the best experience.” Mostly though, she was impressed by the faculty and the sense of community on campus.
APRIL DEFALCO (‘18) Major: Social Work Hometown: Falmouth, Kentucky
“All of my professors have been outstanding and inspiring. They care about their students,” she says. “But the spirit and unity of NKU is what really stands out to me. The friendships and connections made here will last a lifetime.” Although April currently sits on the Falmouth City Council and volunteers with the homeless in Pendleton County, she hopes to become more involved with the community through NKU’s social work program. She says she has NKU to thank for helping her follow her dream of entering the mental health and substance abuse field after graduation. “NKU has tons of resources to help you achieve your educational goals and ways to make connections to build your NKU family,” she says. “You will never be alone in the struggle because someone at NKU is always there to lend a helping hand.” 5
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one path NKU offers a number of dual-enrollment partnerships that offer students a structured, guaranteed pathway for attaining a four-year baccalaureate degree. The goal of this agreement is to provide a seamless and guaranteed transition from a community college associate degree to a Northern Kentucky University bachelor’s degree by providing one curriculum plan for earning both degrees. The following partnerships provide students with access to advising, support and educational and personal enrichment
OTHER NKU TRANSFER AGREEMENTS Reverse Transfer Agreement with Kentucky Community & Technical College System Students who transfer to NKU from a KCTCS institution, who complete their general education framework at NKU, may be reviewed for participation in NKU’s Reverse Transfer program. This program allows students to receive their associate degree from a KCTCS institution while completing their bachelor’s degree at NKU.
at NKU: – CINCINNATI STATE TECHNICAL & COMMUNITY COLLEGE – GATEWAY COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE – JEFFERSON COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE – MAYSVILLE COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE
BENEFITS • Take up to four courses at NKU toward a degree at home college’s tuition rate. • Be eligible for services and participation in activities at both home college and NKU, including but not limited to tutoring, intramural sports and student organizations. • Live in NKU housing. • Access to NKU facilities. • Guaranteed acceptance to NKU with junior standing upon completion of a pathway and associate degree. • An assigned academic adviser at both schools. – IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE • Clearly defined degree pathways in multiple majors to provide a seamless transition.
Kentucky Transfer Policy Under this agreement, students who complete a general education category at their sending Kentucky public institution will also have general education requirements fulfilled in the Foundation of Knowledge framework at NKU. Students completing an Associate of Arts (AA) or Science (AS) at a Kentucky public institution will be considered general-education certified.
NKU Transfer Module Policy New students transferring to NKU with an Associate of Arts (AA) or Science (AS) from a regionally accredited institution, and have a transcript showing degree completion from fall 2012 forward, will be considered generaleducation certified. 7
awards & scholarships KCTCS SCHOLARS AWARD // $2,500/YEAR
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FALL, MAY 1 / SPRING, NOV. 1 Incoming transfer students who wish to be considered for this scholarship must submit both an admissions application and the KCTCS Scholars Award application by May 1 (fall) and Nov. 1 (spring). Please review the eligibility requirements and access the KCTCS Scholars Award application at nku.edu/transfer.
OUT-OF-STATE AWARD // $2,000/YEAR
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FALL, AUG. 1 / SPRING, DEC. 1 Awarded automatically to incoming transfer students who meet the award guidelines and submit their admission application and all required credentials by the published deadline. A separate scholarship application is not required. See nku.edu/transfer for all award guidelines.
ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEB. 15
All incoming transfer students are encouraged to complete the continuing and transfer student scholarship application to apply for various scholarship opportunities offered by NKU. For more information on available awards and to complete the application, visit nku.edu/financialaid.
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TUITION RATES OHIO TUITION RECIPROCITY This agreement extends reciprocity tuition rates to those residents of certain Ohio counties who meet the program’s residency requirements. Tuition is equivalent to in-state rates. Parking fees and any required course or lab fees are not included in tuition.
Indiana residents of Dearborn, Franklin, Jefferson, Ohio, Ripley and Switzerland counties are eligible for the Indiana tuition rate. Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree-seeking program and may pursue their degree on a full- or part-time basis. This rate is renegotiated annually.
As of the 2018-19 academic year, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
RATE: $402 per credit hour | $4,824
• Have earned an associate degree from the University of Cincinnati or one of UC’s branch campuses (including Blue Ash College and Clermont College), Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Clark State Community College or Southern State Community College. • Be working toward a first bachelor’s degree and not majoring in early childhood education, environmental science, criminal justice or nursing. • Be a resident of Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Fayette, Hamilton, Highland or Warren counties.
TUITION INCENTIVE PROGRAM
RATE: $402 per credit hour | $4,824 full-time per semester (12-16 hours)
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INDIANA TUITION RATE
full-time per semester (12-16 hours)
NKU is pleased to offer reduced tuition for students who live in select states outside of Kentucky. Please visit nku.edu/tip for additional details.
Tuition and housing rates are subject to change at any time as determined by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education and NKU.
admissions PROCESS TRANSFER APPLICANTS
SELECTIVE ADMISSION
Students who have attempted coursework for credit at another regionally accredited college or university.
Admission to the university does not ensure acceptance into selective-admission degree programs. To view selectiveadmission programs and requirements, visit nku.edu/ selectiveadmission.
Apply for undergraduate admission at nku.edu/apply
Pay the $40 nonrefundable
transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions previously attended or are currently attending * The application fee will be waived for KCTCS and Cincinnati State students
Students who have completed fewer than 24 transferable hours will also need to submit:
Official high school transcripts or GED scores
ACT/SAT, Accuplacer or
2018-19 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT TUITION Full-time 12-16 credit hours
PER SEMESTER
ANNUAL
IN-STATE/ RESIDENT
$4,824
$9,648
OUT-OF-STATE/ NON-RESIDENT
$9,648
$19,296
OHIO RECIPROCITY
$4,824
$9,648
INDIANA RATE
$4,824
$9,648
Compass scores Once all credentials are received, your application will be reviewed and your transfer work evaluated.
TRANSFER DEADLINES
Courses evaluated as “developmental” in content will not be considered for credit but will satisfy class prerequisites. To be considered for transfer admission, you must:
EARLY ACTION
Mar. 15
PRIORITY
May 1
ASSURED CONSIDERATION
June 1
FINAL
Aug. 1
• Have a minimum 2.0 GPA on a four-point scale
FALL
Wondering about NKU equivalencies for your transfer courses? Visit nku.edu/ transfercredit to see if they exist in our database.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
application fee*
Submit official college
HOW WILL MY CREDITS TRANSFER?
SPRING Nov. 1
Dec. 1
Apply for federal, state and institutional aid programs by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at fafsa.gov. A new FAFSA becomes available Oct. 1 of every year. You will need a copy of your most recent W2s and tax returns (and where applicable, your parent’s most recent W2s). When completing the FAFSA, be sure to indicate the NKU school code #009275. Contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance at (859) 572-5143 or nku.edu/ financialaid. Visit nku.edu/scholarships for information on scholarship opportunities and any required supporting documents.
SEND TRANSCRIPTS TO: Office of Admissions / Lucas Administrative Center 400 Nunn Drive / Highland Heights, KY 41099
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your next move nku.edu/transfer
Schedule your campus visit. Designed just for transfer students.
TRANSFER SERVICES LUCAS ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 400 NUNN DRIVE HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, KY 41099 (800) 637-9948 (859) 572-5220
nku.edu/transfer transfer@nku.edu This publication was prepared by Northern Kentucky University and printed with state funds (KRS 57.375). It is Northern Kentucky University’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons and to take the necessary actions needed to recruit, employ, train, promote and retain qualified faculty and staff, including members of protected groups. Discrimination against any individual based upon protected status, which is defined as age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic or veteran status, is prohibited. MC180253