Every student’s journey to Bryant is unique, and we’re proud that one in seven Bulldogs has joined us as a transfer. Whether you’re graduating from a community college, choosing a different academic path, or seeking a university that’s a better fit for you, you’ll find at Bryant a home where you can grow, innovate, and define your success.
Transfer applicants may apply for admission for the fall and spring semesters. We expect you to have obtained sufficient academic preparation for the Bryant curriculum through accredited secondary school and college coursework. Let us know how we can support your exciting transition to Bryant!
You can start your application using the Common Application, which requires creating a login and password, allowing you to save and add your application as needed before submitting it to Bryant.
While our listed application deadlines are preferred, we will review transfer applications on a rolling basis:
| Application Round | Preferred Deadline | Decision Notification | Preferred Enrollment Deadline |
Fall Semester Spring Semester | May 15 December 1 | Rolling Rolling | June 1 January 1 |
You can also download and mail a paper application.
If you have applied to Bryant within the past academic year, you may reapply by submitting the request to reactivate your application for admission in lieu of the other options.
After applying to Bryant, you’ll receive access to the Admission Portal to check your application status.
We also have plenty of resources to help you along your application journey. Transfer applicants can schedule a virtual meeting with a counselor to discuss the admission process and credit transfers.
You will receive an application acknowledgment via email once your online application has been submitted, along with instructions to create your Bryant Admission Portal account. You can use the Admission Portal to check the status of your application.
Schedule a virtual meeting with a transfer counselor to learn about the transfer admission process, merit-based scholarships, and how credits will transfer. Available most Mondays and Fridays, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Once you’re admitted, it’s important to secure your spot.
The Rhode Island Guarantee is a transfer partnership between the Community College of Rhode Island and participating four-year colleges and universities. Eligible Community College of Rhode Island graduates can seamlessly transfer to Bryant University — admission is guaranteed!
We partner with several colleges to make the transfer experience smooth for their students. The Office of Transfer Admission will work with each student on admission to the university and credit transfer. Please contact the Office of Transfer Admission at (401) 232-6100 or (800) 622-7001 for more information.
Upon acceptance, you’ll receive a credit evaluation indicating which classes have transferred, along with a curriculum summary identifying the courses required for a bachelor’s degree at Bryant.
You may transfer:
Merit scholarships, ranging from $12,000 to $25,000, are available for outstanding transfer students for the fall and spring semesters. They are based on the application for admission and are renewable.
Transfer students are also eligible for need-based financial aid. Please submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The preferred filing date is the same as the admission application.
Don’t assume you are ineligible for financial aid! Because rules, regulations, and eligibility requirements change yearly, you should at least apply. You may find it is well worth your time.