University Transfer Applicants

University transfers are evaluated based on the applicant's overall academic standing as demonstrated by their complete university transcript. University transfers are typically evaluated based on the first 30 credits attempted (or the equivalent weighted value of a Bachelor’s program); however, for applicants with more extensive academic histories, the assessment is based on the most recent 30 credits.

To be eligible for admission, you must apply while being in good academic standing or on probation as defined by Laurentian University’s Academic Rules and Regulations.

• Engineering Applicants: Please note that the Faculty of Engineering cannot offer admission on a probationary basis. All admission requirements must be met fully at the time of application.

The following programs have high demand and require a minimum GPA of 5.5 (70%) for transfer consideration:

• Architectural Studies
• Forensic Science
• Indigenous Social Work
• BPHE Kinesiology
• B.E.P.S. Kinésiologie
• BSc Kinesiology
• B.S.c. Kinésiologie
• Mechanical Engineering
• Nursing
• Service Social
• Sciences Infirmières
• Sports Administration
• Sports Psychology
• Psychologie du sport
• Outdoor Adventure Leadership

Your eligibility is determined by your credit count and your academic performance (passed vs. failed credits). Use the table below to see how transfer applications are generally assessed:

Note: Students "Required to Withdraw" from their previous institution are generally not eligible for immediate transfer. A student who was refused admission can appeal the decision. More information about appeals can be found below under Appeal and Admission Decision.

Open Enrolment Programs:

Current Laurentian University students may apply to transfer to an open-enrollment program of their choice by contacting the program coordinator. A student requesting a transfer must meet the prerequisite requirements and be in either good standing and/or on probation.

Limited Enrolment Programs:

Current Laurentian University students may apply to transfer into Limited Enrolment programs provided they maintain a minimum GPA of 5.5. Please note that admission is competitive and subject to program capacity; meeting the minimum GPA does not guarantee acceptance.

To be considered for the upcoming intake, please submit your internal transfer application by the following dates:

• Most Limited Enrolment Programs: February 1st
• Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work (Online): March 16th (Fall intake only)

While admission decisions are typically released within 25 business days, processing times may vary. The Admissions Office may extend this period if final grades or additional evidence of academic success are required to confirm your eligibility.

To apply as an internal transfer student, please fill out the Internal Transfer form.

Internal Transfer form

A qualifying year program is available to graduates of a 3 or 4 year B.A. or B.Sc. program who wish to continue their studies at the Master’s level at Laurentian and do not meet the minimum entrance requirements for their desired program. Please note that completion of a Qualifying Year does not guarantee admission to a graduate program. Each case is evaluated individually.

Please note: In order to be eligible to complete a qualifying year in the Master of Social Work program, students must apply to the Master's program and be selected by the department.

You already have a degree from a recognized university, and would like to complete another degree?

3-year Arts & Science programs

To be admitted to a 3-year second degree program, a student must:

• Have completed a degree at a recognized university, without having failed more than 30 credits in the first degree program;
• Have completed no more than 18 credits (in the first degree) in the area of concentration of the requested second degree program.

Students must complete a minimum of 36 new credits at Laurentian in order to earn a second degree in a 3- year Bachelor of Arts and 48 new credits in order to earn a second degree in a 3-year Bachelor of Science.

4-year degree programs

To be admitted to a 4-year second degree program, a student must:

• Have completed a degree at a recognized university, without having failed more than 30 credits in the first degree program;
• Have completed no more than 24 credits (in the first degree) in the area of specialization of the requested second degree program.

Students must complete a minimum of 60 new credits at Laurentian to earn a second degree in most 4-year undergraduate programs. A minimum of 72 new credits is required to earn a second degree in a Bachelor of Engineering.

Please note that each case is evaluated individually.

Students who have graduated with a three-year degree may choose to complete the requirements of the four-year degree. A second degree will not be conferred but completion of the four-year degree requirements will be noted on the student's transcript. Students who upgrade a three-year degree to a four-year degree may exchange the diploma for a four-year diploma of the same kind (example: a four-year B.Sc. diploma may only replace a three-year B.Sc.).

Criteria:

• a minimum of 2 years must have passed between the 3-year degree and the upgrade;
• the student must follow either the major + minor or specialization option;
• the student will maintain the 3-year degree, and get a 4-year degree as well at the conclusion of the upgrade;
• the student has to complete (and pay for) admission in order to upgrade;
• the student will be registered in the appropriate 4-year program, and graduation status is to be determined by a regular degree audit;
• the original degree has to be from Laurentian in order to qualify to upgrade. Others are required to take a second degree.

For more information, contact admissions@laurentian.ca.