Transfer Students

Welcome to the DU Community! We are excited to have you join us as a transfer student at DU. Transitioning to a new institution is a significant milestone, and we're here to ensure you have all the support you need to succeed.

Starting the week of November 4th, 2024, new transfer students can schedule individual advising meetings to review credits and discuss course options. You will receive an email with directions on how to schedule your meeting on October 28th.  If you do not receive this email, contact advising@du.edu.  After meeting with an Academic Advisor, you will be cleared to register for Winter quarter. Transfer student registration is available as soon as you meet with an advisor.

Before you can register for classes, it's important that you meet with an academic advisor. This meeting will help you navigate your new academic journey at DU and set you up for success. To prepare for your advising appointment, please review the information below.

If you need any assistance or have questions, feel free to reach out to us at advising@du.edu at any time. Our entire advising team is here to support you.

Welcome once again to your new home at DU!

Get Connected with an Academic Advisor

• Part 1: Watch Registration Informational Videos (Required)

  Watch the short informative videos that will guide you through the mechanics of preparing for registration, completing DU’s billing agreement, how to register for classes and creating course plans. 

• Part 2: Meet with an Advisor (Required)

  You will receive an email with directions on how to schedule your meeting on October 28th.  If you do not receive this email, contact advising@du.edu. After meeting with an Academic Advisor, you will be cleared to register for Winter quarter.

Prepare for your individual Advising Meeting by Completing the Following:

• Complete Discoveries Winter Experience - Academic Advising & Student Success Canvas Module

  The Canvas module includes important information about the Common Curriculum, Academic Advising, and registration preparation. Allow at least 2 hours to complete this module. Taking your time with this module will set you up for success at DU!

  Start the Course on Canvas

• Request AP/IB Scores
  • Request that your AP Scores (if applicable) be sent to DU through the AP Portal (school code is 4842) 
  • IB graduates (if applicable) request your transcripts be sent directly to University of Denver through the IB Portal.
• Review your Degree Audit in My4D for a Detailed Evaluation

  Review your Degree Audit in My4D for a detailed evaluation of your progress toward degree completion.

  Resource: Degree Audit: Quick Start Guide

  Resource: Degree Audit: Guide for Students

• Watch your College-Specific Advising Video

  College-Specific Advising Video

• Take the Language Placement test

  Language Placement test

  • Students who are continuing to study a language they started learning prior to DU take a placement test to determine their starting course level. Transfer students should speak with an Academic Advisor if they have transfer language credit and next steps. 
  • Some degree programs are exempt from the language requirement which includes the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and all Engineering degree programs. Students with these declared degree types do not need to take the proficiency placement test.
  • Contact cwlc@du.edu for questions regarding your placement test results. 
  • Some Transfer Students may have already completed the language requirement with incoming transfer credit. Review your degree audit or confirm with an Academic Advisor if this requirement has been met. 
• Use the Math Advising Tool

  Use the Math Advising Tool to determine the appropriate math course for your program/degree type. 

  Transfer students should speak with an Academic Advisor if they have transfer math credit and next steps.

  The math advising tool is for all incoming students. Depending on their intended major, transferred math courses and other considerations, the math advising tool will indicate which math course, if any, is required. If MATH 1200 (Calculus for Business and Social Sciences) or MATH 1951 (Calculus I) is required, the math advising tool will administer a math proficiency survey (approximately 45 minutes and 20 algebra questions) to test the level of preparation for these courses – the score will be recorded and students will receive a recommendation concerning math courses by email in early July. In order to ensure that you can register for the appropriate math class during New Student Registration in late July, the deadline to complete the Math Advising Tool is July 1.

  Majors that require Math 1951 or Math 1200

  • Biochemistry
  • All Biological Sciences Majors
  • Business (all degrees)
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Ecology and Biodiversity
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Environmental Science (B.S. degree only)
  • Integrated Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Molecular Biology
  • Physics
• Review a Sample Course Plan for your Major Area of Interest

  Sample Course Plans

• Watch the Instructional Registration Videos

  Watch the instructional registration videos to learn how to navigate our registration system

• Complete the Billing agreement and Submit Proof of Immunization

  Complete the billing agreement and submit proof of immunization to ensure you can register.

  Incomplete forms can result in holds on your account which will prevent registration

 

Registration & Advising Contact Information

For questions about registration, contact imsoconfused@du.edu or call 303-871-4095.

For questions about advising or course planning, contact advising@du.edu.

We look forward to helping you as you plan for Fall quarter!