Transfer students are an integral part of our community. As a transfer-friendly institution, we welcome applicants from all colleges and universities who have earned prior credit.
General Transfer Admissions (non-nursing)
TRANSFER ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS & CHECKLIST
- Earned or attempted 16 or more* semester hours of college credit (after high school graduation)
- *If the applicant has attempted or completed 15 or less semesters of college credits, the applicant will be considered a credit-bearing freshman. View the next section for requirements.
- 2.00 Cumulative GPA or above
- Coursework from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated or counted for credit.
- Transfer Cumulative Grade Point Averages (GPA) will be calculated from all accredited institutions. Non-accredited institutions will not be counted toward admission review.
- TOEFL or IELTS scores – If English is not your first language
- PTE – Minimum score of 53
- Duolingo – minimum score of 95
- TOEFL – Minimum score on the TOEFL–IBT is 79.
- IELTS- Minimum score of 6.5
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
- Application: apply.chaminade.edu
- Application fee: $50.00 (waivers accepted)
- Official college transcript(s) from ALL post-secondary, accredited institution(s) attended
- NOTE: Upon completion of work in progress courses, a final transcript must be sent to the Admissions Office.
- Official high school transcript (if applicable)
- Transcripts can be sent:
- Electronic: [email protected]
- Mail: Office of Admissions 3140 Waialae Ave Honolulu, HI 96816
- Transcripts can be sent:
See the credit transfer guide for more information on what and how credits are transferable.
Application Deadlines
- Fall Term: Priority: December 1 Final: April 15
- Spring Term: Priority: October 1 Final: December 15
Notification Deadline
We will notify applicants of their admission decision on a rolling basis.
Tuition Deposit Deadline
- Fall Term: Admitted students are encourage to deposit by May 1
- Spring Term: Admitted students are encourage to deposit by December 22
REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSFER ADMISSION (non-nursing)
- Earned or attempted 15 or less semester hours of college credit (after high school graduation)
- Applicant will be considered a credit-bearing freshman and high school transcripts are required.
- 2.00 Cumulative GPA or above
- Coursework from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated or counted for credit.
- Transfer Cumulative Grade Point Averages (GPA) will be calculated from all accredited institutions. Non-accredited institutions will not be counted toward admission review.
- TOEFL or IELTS scores – If English is not your first language
- PTE – Minimum score of 53
- Duolingo – minimum score of 95
- TOEFL – Minimum score on the TOEFL–IBT is 79.
- IELTS- Minimum score of 6.5
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
- Application: apply.chaminade.edu
- Application fee: $50.00 (waivers accepted)
- Official college transcript(s) from ALL post-secondary, accredited institution(s) attended
- NOTE: Upon completion of work in progress courses, a final transcript must be sent to the Admissions Office.
- Official high school transcript
- Transcripts can be sent:
- Electronic: [email protected]
- Mail: Office of Admissions 3140 Waialae Ave Honolulu, HI 96816
- Transcripts can be sent:
See the credit transfer guide for more information on what and how credits are transferable.
Application Deadlines
- Fall Term: Priority: December 1 Final: April 15
- Spring Term: Priority: October 1 Final: December 15
Notification Deadline
We will notify applicants of their admission decision on a rolling basis.
Tuition Deposit Deadline
- Fall Term: Admitted students are encourage to deposit by June 1
- Spring Term: Admitted students are encourage to deposit by December 22
Nursing Transfer Admissions
Chaminade University offers transfer admission to our traditional four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Traditional Nursing Admissions Requirements & Checklist
REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSFER ADMISSION
- Earned or attempted 16 or more semester hours of college credit
- 2.75 cumulative GPA or above
- Transfer Cumulative Grade Point Averages (GPA) will be calculated from all accredited institutions. Non-accredited institutions will not be counted toward admission review.
- Earned a grade of “C” or better in the following college courses:
- Math 100 or above (no statistics)
- Chemistry
- Biology
- TOEFL or IELTS scores – If English is not your first language
- PTE – Minimum score of 53
- Duolingo – minimum score of 95
- TOEFL – Minimum score on the TOEFL–IBT is 79
- IELTS- Minimum score of 6.5
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
- Application: apply.chaminade.edu
- Application fee: $50.00 (waivers accepted)
- Official college transcript(s) from ALL post-secondary, accredited institutions attended
- NOTE: Upon completion of work in progress courses, a final transcript must be sent to the Admissions Office.
- Transcripts can be sent:
- Electronic: [email protected]
- Mail: Office of Admissions 3140 Waialae Ave Honolulu, HI 96816
- Completed Nursing Acknowledgement Form (available on student portal after submitting application)
See the credit transfer guide for more information on what and how credits are transferable.
FALL TERM – DATES & DEADLINES
Applications for the traditional BSN are only accepted for the fall term.
Application Deadlines
Priority: December 1
Final: April 15
Decision notification date
Rolling, until enrolled spaces are filled. If spaces are full, traditional nursing apps will be put on a waitlist.
Tuition deposit deadline
Students offered admission to the BSN are encouraged to submit their $200 enrollment deposit as soon as they receive their admissions decision, in order to confirm their space in the cohort. Admission spots are limited, and once filled, accepted students who have not yet committed will be placed on a waitlist.
SPRING TERM- DATES & DEADLINES
N/A – Traditional nursing applications are not open for spring terms.
TRADITIONAL NURSING BSN – Health compliance, learning outcomes & major requirements
Learn more about the Traditional Nursing BSN health compliance requirements, learning outcomes, sophomore seat placement, and major requirements here.
