Transfer from outside the U of M
Admission requirements for students who have never registered for classes as a degree seeking student at any of the University of Minnesota campuses
CBS admission requirements
The College of Biological Sciences (CBS) admits qualified students to all of its majors. Admission is competitive and based on an overall assessment of the applicant’s academic record and potential for success as presented in the application materials. High school grades, class rank, and ACT or SAT scores may also be factored into the admission decision for students who have completed fewer than 26 transferable credits. Courses listed below are viewed as important evidence of preparation and are required for entry.
- One semester of calculus (equivalent to MATH 1271)
- One full year of general chemistry with lab (equivalent to CHEM 1021 and 1022)
NOTE: Applicants with less than two semesters of chemistry may still be considered for admission based on the overall strength of their record. However, chemistry is a prerequisite for many biology courses. Thus, applicants who transfer before completing a year of chemistry are likely to delay their expected graduation date.
Please Note: The College of Biological Sciences requires two semesters of Foundations of Biology with laboratory, equivalent to Biol 2002 and 2003/2004 (10 credits total). Students should work with the CBS Transfer Admissions Counselor as they consider whether to complete their foundational biology sequence at their transfer institution.
In all cases, priority consideration for admission will be given to students who intend to complete a degree program in CBS. Students who have previously completed bachelors degrees and wish to complete prerequisites for professional or graduate schools should consider completing coursework as a non-degree seeking student through the College of Continuing Education.
Begin your freshman, transfer, or international student application.
How do your previously earned credits transfer to CBS?
Learn about the one-day meeting on-campus for transfer students.
