From October 16-20, Mount St. Joseph University highlights National Transfer Student Week to build awareness of diverse student needs within transfer student populations.
As soon as you enter the doors of Mount St. Joseph University, we welcome you with all that campus has to offer. The Mount is here to make you feel at home with your transfer experience, a place where you can discover a sense of belonging, build new connections, and participate with your peers in campus events—all while reaching new heights in your education.
From October 16-20, Mount St. Joseph University highlights National Transfer Student Week to build awareness of diverse student needs within transfer student populations. According to the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students, (NISTS), with more transfer students than ever before, it is important to build awareness of common transfer barriers students may face to create pathways for degree completion.
The Office of Admission staff stand ready to help you succeed to ensure a seamless transfer experience. They understand first-hand the needs of students looking to transfer to a four-year college, demonstrating care and service to accommodate your unique needs.
Assistant Director for Adult and Transfer Recruitment, Amy Wolf, and Adult/Transfer Admission Counselor, Hannah Schiering both provide hands-on, custom admission counseling for adult and transfer students, making transferring as easy as possible.
This includes personalized appointments, and identifying transfer pathways to keep transfers on track with their career goals to exceed personally and professionally.
“I really am glad with the decision I made to come to the Mount,” says Paul Lavelle ’25. “The community accepted me with open arms and really made me feel at home. A piece of advice I would give to someone looking to transfer to the Mount, is be open to all help and don't be scared to ask questions. Also, try to join as many organizations as possible—It really helps you adapt and be a part of the Mount community.”
Student Testimonials
Whether they are a part of student organizations, athletics, or balancing family-life and academics, our transfer and adult students found that the Mount’s compassionate faculty and staff helped them reach new heights for a personalized experience.
“I chose the Mount because I was looking around for a college that made me feel like I was at home,” says Jalissa Cornwall ’24, Middle Childhood Education major. “I didn’t want to go somewhere that I felt like I was just a number—I wanted to mean something.”
Adult transfer student Mikayla Davis ’24 in the Early Childhood/Primary Education program provides advice for other adult transfer students while finding balance as a full-time mother and student.
“Some advice I would give to another adult student is have faith, ask questions, ask for help, and believe in yourself,” says Mikayla. “The Mount will help you and support you through your journey. If anyone is attending the Mount, it is their time to shine.”
National Transfer Student Week Schedule
Monday, Oct. 16 - Pizza and pumpkin decorating for current MSJ transfer students from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. in the Malloy room.
Wednesday, Oct. 18 - The Mount’s Career Center will be offering Resume Review appointments from 1-3 p.m. to help current MSJ transfer students learn how to incorporate their transfer schools on their resume.
Tuesday, Oct. 17 –Prospective transfer students interested in learning more about the Mount can join MSJ admission representatives to gain a better understanding of transfer admission requirements, transfer credit policies, as well as learn more about campus resources and scholarship opportunities. Join us for a virtual 30 minute Transfer Preview from 12pm-12:30pm. Attendees will be entered in a drawing for an MSJ giveaway. Register here.
Check Out our Transfer Scholarships and Convenient Offerings
In addition, the Mount offers several generous transfer scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and payment plan options to assist transfer students in paying for college tuition. Our transfer credit policies are accommodating, and we offer free transfer credit evaluations.
Our BE THE CHANGE program allows students who have already completed two years (or equivalent) of higher education coursework at a community college to complete their bachelor’s degree and teaching license affordably. Students can receive a transfer scholarship up to $18,500 per year.
Are you a part of a local community college, such as Ivy Tech, KCTCS, Cincinnati State and Sinclair Community College? Here, you can continue your path toward a bachelor’s degree through our Connections Scholars program while you complete your associate’s degree. Students can earn an additional stackable scholarship for $2,500 per year. Learn more about our partnerships here.
From our merit-based transfer scholarships to additional transfer scholarships and awards, check out all of our transfer scholarships here to see where you qualify.
Ready to Learn More? Meet with the Transfer & Adult Admission Team!
Climb Higher Series | Faculty-led, Virtual, Academic Information Sessions
Join us for our virtual Climb Higher Series! Hear directly from our faculty about our undergraduate course offerings, program-specific details, and professional development opportunities here.
Learn About our Offerings for Transfers | Virtual 30 minute Transfer Preview
Every Tuesday at 2 p.m. and every Thursday at 11 a.m., the transfer team in Admissions reviews MSJ offerings, Admission requirements/process, and scholarship information. Register here to access the portal.
MSJ Transfer Student Panel
On your own time, you can watch this student information panel to learn about other transfer students experiences.
Contact Us
Contact our team to learn more about the Mount's programs and financial aid opportunities, to schedule a visit, or to apply. Please contact the Office of Admission at admission@msj.edu, 513-244-4531