College Research
Statistics on college transfer can be difficult to find. The U.S. Department of Education only started reporting on the outcomes of transfer students in 2016!
The pages listed below contain the most recent data available for transfer admissions and outcomes. Please use these transfer student statistics to critically evaluate potential colleges for transfer.
Read the College Spotlight pages for details on individual universities.
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The most recent college transfer admission rates available for 400 top colleges.
6-year and 8-year outcomes for transfer student cohorts. Graduation rates and transfer-out rates included.
College Transfer Spotlight:
How to transfer to Brown
Brown transfer students have access to excellent academics, cutting-edge research, and a unique open curriculum to explore a variety of disciplines.
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How to transfer to the University of Washington
Want to become a UW Husky? Whether you’re transferring from a community college or 4-year university, this comprehensive guide will help you transfer to UW.
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How to transfer to the University of Michigan
The transfer acceptance rate at the University of Michigan is almost double the freshman rate, with over 2000 transfer students admitted for Fall 2022.
Read MoreNote: Data has been compiled from College Scorecard, IPEDS, the Common App, and individual school Common Data Sets. Human error is possible. Please let us know if you find a mistake!