Steps to Your Successful Transfer
Step 1 - Transfer Events
Sign up for an upcoming transfer event or campus tour. Register online or contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 216.687.5411.
(OPTIONAL) Step 2 - Pre-Admission Advising
Set up an academic advising appointment for an unofficial evaluation of the transferability of your credits. Bring unofficial copies of all previously attended institutions'transcripts to the appointment for review. Your advising office is determined by your college of enrollment. Contact your advisor.
The Partnership Office at Lakeland Community College or Lorain County Community College can also provide unofficial transcript evaluations.
Step 3 - Complete the Admission Process
Learn more about the transfer admission process and how to apply. Call the Campus411 Office at 216.687.5411.
- Submit Application for Undergraduate Admission
- $30 application fee
- Send official copies of transcripts from all previously attended institutions, including high school
- If fewer than 12 semester hours of college credit are earned and high school diploma is less than five years old, submit ACT or SAT test scores
Step 4 - Financial Aid and Scholarships
Learn about opportunities for Financial Aid or speak to a Financial Aid Specialist in person by contacting the Campus411 Office located in the Main Classroom (MC), Room 116 or call 216.687.5411. Appointments are not necessary. The Campus 411 Office will not be able to access your Financial Aid record until you have been admitted.
Checklist Includes:
- List Cleveland State on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Submit verification documents to the Campus411 Office (if selected)
- Receive award letter
- Review award letter
- Sign award letter and return to the Campus411 Office
- If accepting loans:
- Complete Master Promissory Note
- Complete Loan Entrance Counseling Exam
Step 5 - Acceptance and Transfer Credit Evaluation
You will receive an acceptance letter in the mail, along with your CSU ID number. Shortly after, you will receive a CampusNet password. CampusNet is Cleveland State's online student resource system used for personal information, course registration, parking and account information. Log on to CampusNet.
The Office of the University Registrar will send you an official transcript credit evaluation, listing the courses that have been accepted for transfer credit. Once you receive this letter, it is recommended you meet with your academic advisor in your college advising office.
Step 6 - Orientation
The Transfer Orientation programs are optional, but highly recommended. To best meet your needs, we provide an array of services and programs designed especially for you. Choose your preferred Orientation program(s), then register online through CampusNet or call 216.687.9379.
Step 7 - Advising
Once you receive your official transfer credit evaluation, you should schedule an appointment with your college advising office. Click here to contact your advisor.
Step 8 - Registration and Viking Card
Log on to CampusNet to add and drop classes offered at any of our locations. Get your Viking Card (Student ID) in MC 112. Bring a photo ID and CSU course schedule.
Step 9 - Parking
All students who commute to campus must have a parking pass to park on campus. Hangtags can be purchased through Parking Services in person or online through CampusNet. Log on to CampusNet. Students purchasing online should do so at least two weeks prior to the start of classes in order to receive your hangtag through the mail. Parking at our East and West Centers is free of charge!
Step 10 - Housing
Students interested in living in Fenn Tower or Euclid Commons must complete a housing application. Apply for housing online. Applications are also mailed to admitted students as part of the welcome packet. To secure a space in one of the University's residence halls, students should complete and return the application and a nonrefundable $20 application fee.
