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Transfer to UA's College of Business

We welcome students from varied educational backgrounds, community colleges, four-year universities and international institutions.

You can expect to be Career Ready and Connected through a rewarding academic curriculum and real world experience with our professional development opportunities.

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University of Akron CBA student transfer student

“Although I loved the school, I realized that the program I was in was not for me. I decided to return back to school in the fall at The University of Akron, pursuing a degree in financial planning closer to home.”

—Connor Lenartowicz
Financial Planning
University of Akron CBA transfer student

“I transferred to UA because of the I/O psychology program. But in talking with my professor and doing some research, I discovered that I am a more of a hands-on person. That led me to change my major to HR.”

—Mahima Brahmbhatt
Human Resources
University of Akron CBA transfer student

“I transferred to UA because I wanted to be closer to home for family and work. UA gave me the flexibility to pursue my education as well as balance all of the other things in my life that are important to me.”

—Aly Pekkola
International Business.
 

Admissions overview

Fall — For guaranteed application review for the Fall semester, the deadline is July 15.

Admission requirements — Review admissions requirements for the College of Business.

Will my credits transfer?

What courses will I have to take?

  • Your initial course placement depends on the courses you have taken at your previous university. If you have not taken college-level Math or English, you may also need to take a UA placement test.
  • After you confirm your attendance at UA, you will be required to attend a New Student Orientation program. Your Orientation will include an individualized appointment with a business academic advisor who will determine what classes you take.

How do I begin the transfer process?

  • Review UA's Transfer Plan to prepare you step by step how to apply through the transfer process.
  • Our advisors are available to answer your questions at any point in the process

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