General Transfer Planning Guide

Catalog Year 2025-2026

Based on Associate of Arts/Associate of Science

Transfer Guidance

Guaranteed Admission Agreement

• Earn a transferable associate degree.

• Earn a minimum of 2.0 cumulative GPA.

• Good standing at the current institution.

Important Links & Dates

• University Transfer Center: https://marymount.edu/Admissions/Transfer-Students/

• Register Intent to Transfer: Not required

• Admission Application: Applications

• Financial Aid: https://marymount.edu/Admissions/Financial-Aid/

• FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid: FAFSA

What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses?

• Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, and complete your first math and English courses in your first year. For help, see Transfer Steps and Resource Center at www.TransferVirginia.org

• Connect with an advisor at your community college and Marymount University within your first year. College Connect is available in your account at www.TransferVirginia.org

Which Majors Will Be Available To Me Through This GAA?

• Marymount offers some majors that require 39-45 credits of major coursework. Upon completing a transferable associate's degree at a VCCS institution, these majors could be completed in two years at Marymount. They are Digital Writing and Narrative Design, Communication, Criminal Justice, Political Science and International Relations, and Psychology.

• Students will work with their academic advisors to determine their best path to completing their desired bachelor's degree.

What Is The Impact On My Degree Of Work I Have Already Completed?

• Associate Transfer Degree Completion: The completion of the transfer-oriented degree program will satisfy the Core Curriculum (lower division/general education) requirements except for a required Inquiry into Theology course. Students must complete all other University, college, and departmental requirements to obtain the baccalaureate degree from MU.

• Dual Enrollment -- Completion of Associate Degree in High School: Marymount's Liberal Arts Core requirements will be waived for high school students who complete a transferable associate degree, except for one course in Theology and Religious Studies (TRS 100).

• Credit for Prior Learning: Credits are reviewed, and a decision is granted from the Registrar.

• Catalog Year: Students will be subject to the catalog in effect at the time of enrollment at MU unless otherwise requested.

Is This College Right For Me?

• Located in the city of Arlington, Marymount University's campus community is well-known for its strong faculty/student bonds, vibrant student life, and commitment to student support.

• Situated in the stunning city of Arlington, Virginia, there are plenty of nearby opportunities to explore the outdoors, and Washington, D.C., is our backyard! Just six miles from the nation's capital.

• The University offers its nearly 4,000 students a wide array of bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees through its Colleges of Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Technology; Health and Education; and Sciences and Humanities.

• Transfer students can choose to live on-campus or off-campus within the local area.

• Over 69% of students receive some form of financial aid.

• 22 Division III intercollegiate varsity programs - Men's and Women's teams and 30+ student organizations.

• Learn more about our university at www.TransferVirginia.org

What Resources Are Available To Help Me Select A Major?

• Marymount University's career coaches in the Center for Career Development can help you discover what career paths best fit your unique talents and skills.

• Academic advisors in our Student Hub Center can help you understand our majors, minors, and concentrations.

• Learn more about career pathways at www.TransferVirginia.org

Did You Know That...

• Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?

• Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at Marymount University?

What Are My Chances For Getting Accepted?

• Of students who apply, usually about 65% of transfer applicants are accepted to Marymount University and about 80% of the entering transfer class comes from the Virginia Community College System.

• Learn more about applying at www.TransferVirginia.org