Transfer Students
Transfer Policies & Resources
The Office of the Registrar is committed to helping transfer students understand how their previous coursework applies toward a UNC Asheville degree. Whether you’re coming from a North Carolina community college, a four-year institution, or transferring credits internationally, we have the tools and guidance to get you started on the right foot.
University Requirements for Transfer Students
These requirements apply to all transfer students regardless of how many credits you bring. Review them carefully when planning your degree.
All Transfer Students
- Must complete at least 60 semester hours from four-year institutions
- Must complete 30 semester hours from 300- and 400-level courses
- Must complete their final 30 hours in residence at UNC Asheville
- Must complete at least half of major and/or minor requirements at UNC Asheville
- Students seeking a second degree must complete at least two-thirds of major requirements at UNCA
Two-Year College Transfers
- Must complete a minimum of 60 semester hours at UNC Asheville
- Students with credit from more than one institution must complete at least 60 hours from four-year institutions regardless of community college credits transferred
Special Petitions
- LANG 120 Waiver Petition — if transfer credit was not awarded but competent writing skills can be demonstrated
- Arts & Ideas (ARTS) Course Petition — to have a course considered for the ARTS requirement
Transfer Tools & Resources
Everything you need to research, plan, and complete your transfer to UNC Asheville.
General Transfer Credit Policies
General Transfer Credit Policies
UNC Asheville accepts transfer credit for undergraduate courses completed with a grade of C or better at regionally accredited institutions. Credits are not awarded for technical or vocational coursework, life experience, or independent study. Transfer grades do not carry over — your GPA at UNCA starts fresh. Credit is awarded on a semester-hour basis; if you attended a quarter-system school, every quarter hour equals two-thirds of a semester hour.
NC Community Colleges & Articulation Agreements
NC Community Colleges & Articulation Agreements
North Carolina community college students have a clear path to UNC Asheville. If you’ve earned an AA or AS degree from an NC community college, your core curriculum requirements are considered fulfilled — with the exception of the Senior-Year Seminar (SYS 478). Transfer Guides for every UNCA major help you plan which courses to take before you arrive. UNC Asheville also maintains formal articulation agreements and direct admission partnerships with a number of institutions, outlining exactly how credits will transfer so you can plan your degree with confidence.
Reverse Transfer
Reverse Transfer
Already enrolled at UNC Asheville but haven’t finished your associate degree? Through the Reverse Transfer Program, credits you’ve completed at UNCA can be sent back to your community college to count toward an associate degree you started there. It’s a way to earn an additional credential without taking any extra coursework.
Contact the Office of the Registrar
Schedule an appointment or stop by during office hours. Drop-ins are welcome and we’re happy to assist with any records, registration, or enrollment questions.