Transfer

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JOIN THE BEARS

TRANSFER TO MISSOURI STATE

A top choice for Missouri transfer students.

Moving forward with plan in hand

STEPS TO BECOMING A BEAR

Missouri State strives to provide a hassle-free transfer experience.
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Step 1
Review admission requirements
Discover what is required to be admitted to Missouri State.
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Step 2
Check course equivalencies
Use our online guides to find out how your credits will transfer.
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Step 3
Apply for admission
Apply for summer and fall as early as one year before you wish to transfer. Apply for spring in late July.
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Step 4
Request transcripts
Request your transcripts be sent to Missouri State.
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Step 5
Meet your advisor and get registered
Once admitted, you will receive your transfer evaluation and be assigned an advisor.
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Step 6
Explore career outcomes
See how you could be one of 92% of Mo State grads who have a successful outcome within six months of graduation.
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Step 7
Discover Springfield
Located in the heart of the Ozarks, explore all Springfield has to offer.
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Step 8
Get involved
Build a support network. Find students with similar interests. Build lifelong friendships.
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For admitted transfers
New Transfer Student Guide
New to Missouri State? This guide walks you through everything you need to know before classes start, including orientation, registration, transfer credits, advising, financial aid, housing, campus resources, and getting involved. Download your guide and start your journey as a Bear.

Transfer 2+2 Plans

Make a seamless transfer

Transfer 2+2 plans are created to provide peace of mind. Access this guide early in your college career to make the most efficient progress toward earning your Missouri State bachelor’s degree.

Transferring from a community college? Check out these plans by institution.

Missouri State-West Plains

Ozarks Technical Community College

Crowder College

St. Charles Community College

Jefferson College

Metropolitan Community College

State Fair Community College

St. Louis Community College

North Arkansas College

Three Rivers College

East Central College

Community Colleges Outside Missouri

 

Missouri State students at the MSU-West Plains campus.

You may transfer and participate in Missouri State programs at the following satellite locations:

Crowder College

Ozarks Technical Community College

Missouri State - West Plains (Mo State Outreach)

West Plains

Application deadlines

Mark your calendar

You may apply as early as a year in advance, but not for spring semester as the application is not available until late July.
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Fall semester

Transferring for Fall semester (starts in August) – admission application available as early as the previous August.
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Spring semester

Transferring for Spring semester (starts in January) – admission application available in late July.
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Summer semester

Transferring for Summer session (starts in June) – admission application available as early as the previous August.

Let us help you transfer

Have questions about the admission process, including the application, transcripts and timeline? Contact Bart Tibbs:

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Have questions about getting connected to an academic advisor and next steps after being admitted? Contact Campbell Keele:

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Are you transferring to Missouri State from Ozarks Tech? Contact Karasyn Wilson:

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Are you a nontraditional, adult student? Have questions regarding Transfer 2+2 Plans or Adult Student Services? Contact Jaime Ross:

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