Transfer Students

Success in college begins with finding the right fit. At Dunwoody, you’re surrounded with a community of people just like you. Focused. Motivated. Determined. In fact, more than 60 percent of all Dunwoody students have had previous college experience.

If you are thinking about transferring to Dunwoody, returning to college, or exploring a second career – we are ready to help!

There are a few procedures and steps we’ll need to follow, and a few things we’ll need from you, to ensure we make an informed admissions decision.

1.	A completed application for enrollment
2.	Your high school transcripts or GED certificate
3.	Official college transcripts
4.	A personal interview with one of our admissions counselors is recommended to ensure that Dunwoody is the right fit for your educational and career goals
5.	Optional ACT or SAT standardized test scores (required for some programs)

Laser Focused

” My liberal arts degree was more steeped in theory. Here at Dunwoody, everything is so laser-focused on this hands-on experience. That was one of the biggest attractions of the College and the program itself for me. “

Paul Steffens

’17 Computer Networking Systems, A.A.S.

Options to Complete, Add-On, or Enhance a Degree

Bachelor’s Completion Degrees

Almost any associate of applied science/associate of science will transfer into one of Dunwoody’s bachelor’s completion degrees. In addition, our Engineering and Interior Design degrees accept transfer students. To explore your options check out our list of bachelor degree offerings, and our articulation agreements with specific colleges.

Professional Certificate/Additional Degree

Already have a bachelor’s degree? If you are looking to enter a specific industry, you may benefit from a professional certificate or an associate’s degree that will provide you with specialized skills that will enhance or focus your existing degree. Common options include:

3D Printing
Construction Project Management (for bachelor’s degree recipients who are looking to enter the field of construction management)
Land Surveying (for bachelor’s degree recipients looking to become a licensed surveyor)

Want to fast-track into a career with a stand-alone certificate? Explore the Right Skills Now for Manufacturing option.

To explore associate’s degree options as well as other certificates, view our full list of academic majors.

Transfer Credits/Military Credits/Prior Learning

In addition to the above options, transfer credits from other regionally-accredited institutions as well as military service credits and prior learning may be available for certificate, associate and bachelor degree programs. For more information, visit the Registrar Office’s Transfer Information page.

Test-Out Opportunities

Transfer students have the opportunity to test out of one or all of the math classes in their academic area. To do so, you must complete the test prior to the fifth business day of a term. For more information visit the Transfer Credit page of the College Catalog & Student Handbook.

AP, CLEP, and IB Transfer Credits

Dunwoody awards transfer credits to students who have completed and passed the official exams for Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), and International Baccalaureate (IB).

Transferology

Explore how your college credits might transfer to Dunwoody. Note: which of your courses will transfer will vary by which program you want to transfer to. The Registrar’s Office will still need to do an official credit evaluation when you apply to Dunwoody.