Thinking about transferring to GovState? The Jaguar Transfer Credit Evaluator is a tool to help transfer students see how their previous college coursework and exams contribute to their degree at GovState! The process is quick, easy, and even provides next steps for transferring.
Your education experience is the cornerstone of Governors State University's heritage; in fact, transfer students make up the largest portion of our student body. As a transfer student, you bring a unique voice and experience to GovState. With a robust selection of undergraduate degree programs and minors, you'll certainly find a program that speaks to your interests. We look forward to welcoming you into the GovState family.
Governors State University is a participant in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI), which allows students to follow a general education core curriculum (GECC) that transfers smoothly from over 100 participating schools into all of the undergraduate programs at GovState. For more information, visit our IAI web page found here at this webpage.
Transfer AIM High Scholarships are available. For more information visit our AIM High website at https://www.govst.edu/aimhigh/
Currently attending one of our 17 partner community colleges? Learn how the Dual Degree Program (DDP) can provide you with an excellent pathway to both your associate's and bachelor’s degrees and gain access to exclusive scholarships for eligible DDP students.
Transfer applicant must provide official transcripts from previously attended colleges and/or universities, have earned at least 24 college credit hours, and must meet the cumulative GPA requirements for their desired program.
Additional information about university admission policies can be found below.
To enroll as a transfer student at GovState, you must have earned 24 or more college credit hours.
If you have earned less than 24 credit hours, you must apply as a freshman.
Applicants are required to have at least a GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Please note that some programs may require a higher GPA for admission.
All applicants are required to provide official transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities. Transcripts can be sent to the Admissions Office.
Applying to Governors State University as a transfer starts with an online application. You'll need to send in your official collegiate transcripts and meet the minimum GPA requirement. Additional materials may be needed based on program requirements.
Start your application below.
All applicants are required to submit official high school transcripts to Governors State University. Students with college credits are also required to submit official transcripts from all colleges previously attended. Official transcripts must be requested from the institution and sent directly to the Office of Admissions. Transcripts uploaded by the applicant are not considered official documents.
School officials may send official documentation in one of two ways:
U.S. Mail:
Governors State University
Admission Processing
1 University Parkway
University Park, IL 60484
Email:
apotranscripts@govst.edu
Remember: Your application is not complete until official transcript(s) from all of your previously attended institutions have been received.
International applicants are required to have their official transcripts evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). In house evaluations are available upon request.
Document Retention
Please note that all documents submitted to Governors State University for admission purposes become the property of the university. Documents will not be released to students nor will they be forwarded to other educational institutions or agencies.
Programs that require an associate degree:
Social Work requires two letters of recommendation. A form will be sent to your recommenders via email once your application is submitted.
Credentials Evaluation
Once you have submitted all required application materials for the program for which you applied, please allow 5-7 business days for evaluation and processing.
Some programs have application deadlines. If your program has an application deadline, the evaluation process may take longer. You will be notified once a decision has been made via email and U.S. mail of the admission decision.
Letter of Admission Decision
After your application has been processed, you will receive a letter from the Office of Admissions with your admission decision via your application portal.
The Dual Degree Program (DDP) is a unique partnership between GovState and 17 Chicagoland community colleges that provides transfer students with a seamless pathway to earn quality, accessible, and affordable associate and bachelor's degrees. Students who enroll in the Dual Degree Program while completing their associate degree, then graduate and transfer to GovState, will be able to take advantage of exclusive benefits only available to DDP participants. It is free, no obligation, and easy to enroll.
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