Transfer Students
Transfer Students have already experienced some college and they know what they want out of higher education. At Coker, transfer students find the academic challenges, the sense of community and the personal and professional development they want. Our admissions staff will help make the transferring to Coker a simple process.
Looking to learn more about transferring to Coker University?
Transferring from a 2-year college?
If you are transferring from a 2-year college partnered with Coker University, your transfer process may be a little different.
Click here to view our transfer guides from bridge-partners!
FAQs about Transferring to Coker
When a student has completed the application for transfer to Coker, the Office of Academic Records will evaluate all transfer credits completed with a grade of C- or better from an accredited institution.
Students can transfer up to 76 credit hours from a 2-year school.
Transfer students enrolled in our undergraduate day programs, are eligible for a variety of scholarships including the academic merit scholarship. The academic merit scholarship ranges from $7,500 – $15,000 per year, and is based on cumulative GPA. Additional financial aid is available by submitting the FAFSA each year.
Click here to view our scholarship and grant information.
Yes. Coker University provides residential facilities for the housing needs of full-time, traditional-aged (under the age of 22), undergraduate Day students.
Students must meet one of the three criteria below:
- reside locally (within 30 miles) with a parent, grandparent, spouse, or legal guardian (documentation required) or
- be at least 22 years of age prior to the semester in which he or she petitions to live off campus
- be classified as a senior (90+ semester hours completed) by the Office of Academic Records
Hear from Coker transfer alumni!
“I was apprehensive about a new school, new classmates and professors, but I was excited to further my education. Once I stepped on to Coker’s campus, I knew I made the right decisions and all my worries vanished. Transferring to Coker University was the best decision I ever made.”
Caroline Folk, ’20
