Welcome to the College of Arts and Sciences!
We’re thrilled to have you join the College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) at Boise State University! As a transfer student, you bring unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths that will enrich our academic community. No matter your major in our college, our team is committed to supporting your success and helping you make the most of your Bronco experience.
Important Note: Our office is happy to connect with you prior to orientation but will only be able to provide general information about starting at Boise State. During New Student Orientation, you will be connected with our office and we will help you through course selection and registration at the time.
Transferring to Boise State
1. Apply for Admission:
- Submit your application through the Boise State Admissions website.
- Pay admission application fee (waiver may be available).
- Review application deadlines and important dates.
2. Submit Your Offical Transcripts:
- Request official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities be sent directly to Boise State.
- For more information, you can visit the Official Transcripts page on the Registrar’s website.
3. Check Transfer Credits:
- Review the Transfer Credit Basics – This has helpful information about your previous credits and how they might transfer to Boise State.
- Use the Boise State Transfer Equivalency System to see how your credits will transfer. *Note: Our advising office does not do transfer credit evaluations. Please contact the Registrar’s Office with any specific questions.
- After your transcript has been evaluated, you can review your Academic Advisement Report on your myBoiseState account to understand how your credits apply to your degree.
4. Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships:
- Complete FASFA (Boise State School Code: 001616) for financial eligibility.
- Explore transfer-specific scholarships by visiting the Boise State Financial Aid and Scholarship webpage.
5. Register for Orientation:
- Once you are admitted, confirm your intent to enroll.
- Sign up for New Student Orientation. During this time you will be provided with essential information, register for courses, and be provided resources to start your journey as a new Bronco!
If you have additional questions about starting at Boise State, please feel free to reach out to our office – We are happy to help!