Transfer Students

Information for New Incoming Transfer Students

Congratulations on your admission to CU Engineering! You are joining a highly talented, diverse and driven student body and we are excited to have you on campus!

Please see the following resources to help you better acquaint yourself with engineering and learn more about resources that will help you in your academic journey.

Once you have confirmed your intention to enroll at CU 51ý with the Office of Admissions, we recommend the following:

  • Send all transcripts from any school where you earned credit to the Office of Admissions, to make sure we have all of your transfer coursework! Work with your individual admission counselor, or email Tchelp@colorado.edu
  • Apply for Housing, if you are looking for on, or off-campus housing. This includes on-campus apartment options.
  • Learn about student computer ownership and .

Next, take a look at the resources below to help familiarize you to the college and link you to key resources and recommendations to help you be as successful as possible!

Engineering Transfer Student Profile

840+

Total Transfer Students Currently Enrolled

3.42

Average Incoming Transfer GPA

25%

of incoming fall cohort are Colorado Community College Students

200+

Number of Transfer Institutions

44,445

Total Number of Credits Transferred

Before Classes Begin

Check out some of the things we suggets you do, before classes start!

After Classes Begin

Once you have begin classes, consider this list of resources to help you be the most successful!

Changing Your Major Within Engineering

To change majors within engineering, you shouldmeet with an advisor within your intended major.

Transfer Credit Policy

The fine print on our official transfer credit policy.

Transfer Student Orientation Information

Welcome to the College of Engineering and Applied Science! This web resource is designed to help you navigate the orientation, course selection, and new student resources available to new transfer students, specific to engineering.

Academic Advising

  • Buff Portal Advising - schedule advising & coaching appointments, find drop-in hours, and other student support services​.

  • CEAS Advising Expectations - helps you understand your role, make informed decisions, and use campus resources effectively.​

  • Engineering Peer Advisors - helps you get personalized support, quick answers to your questions, and insider tips on navigating academics, campus resources, and student life.

Degree Exploration & Planning

  • Degree Audit - view your degree requirements, see how credits transferred, and track your progress toward graduation.

  • Understanding Your Transfer Credits - knowing how your transfer credits are coming in helps you avoid repeating courses, stay on track to graduate, plan your schedule effectively, and make informed academic decisions.

  • - provides a comprehensive list of all major, minor, and certificate options at CU 51ý.

Registration

  • Register for Classes - provides step-by-step guidance for every possible enrollment action.

  • Academic Calendar - knowing the academic calendar helps you plan ahead, meet important deadlines, stay on track academically, and balance your responsibilities.

New Transfer Student Orientation Resources

We'll use these resources during New Student Orientation. Students are encouraged to open them on their computers and follow along.

Engineering Peer Advisors offer “Ask Me Anything” drop-in hours on a weekly basis, during times of year when classes are in session (i.e. not during holidays or school breaks). Check your Advisor's calendar in Buff Portal Advising for in-person and virtual availability. No reservation is required.