Transfer Admission

Why Transfer to Portland State?

• Each year, more college students transfer to Portland State than to any other university in Oregon
• As a comprehensive public university, Portland State has more than 150 majors, minors and concentrations from which to choose
• Portland State has more opportunity for internships and community-based learning opportunities than any other Oregon university
• As Oregon's most diverse university, your classes are enriched with people and ideas that mirror the world
• Portland State's Career Center will help you prepare and launch your post-college career
• As the largest university in Oregon, the Portland State campus is vibrant and full of vitality

Eligibility

If you have more than 30 transferable credit quarter hours or 20 transferable semester hours, you will apply as a transfer student and need to meet our minimum requirements for admission.

How to Apply

Follow the link to learn more on how to apply.

Please be aware of our Application Dealines.

Next Steps & Transfer Credit Evaluation

Following admission, you'll receive an evaluation of your transfer coursework describing how these credits will be accepted towards the general education requirements at PSU. Once admitted you may obtain a degree audit report for your chosen major from an academic adviser. For an overview of the transfer admission process and additional information, please download the Transfer Handbook.

After admission, sign up for Orientation for Transfer Students. Although you've already been to college, Orientation will provide information that  will you need to be successful at Portland State. Learn about our comprehensive student services, general education placement, as well as programs that ensure you make meaningful connections with faculty, staff, and other students.

Visit Us!

Visit Portland State University. Find out why transfer students seek the Portland State advantage. Welcome to Portland State University!