Transferring Credit
Georgetown University receives more than 1,700 external transfer applications each year and offers admission to approximately 20 percent of those students. Accepted transfer students come from a variety of institutions, including community colleges and four-year universities. The average college GPA for an accepted transfer applicant is 3.7, and most transfer students were in the top 15 percent of their graduating high school class.
External transfer applicants must have successfully completed a minimum of 12 credits of college level coursework before they will be considered for admission. Internal transfer applicants must have completed one full year in their respective school before transferring. All transfer students are also expected to have an overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. To apply for external transfer admission, please visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website.
Frequently Asked Questions for MSB Internal Transfer Students
Q: How many students are accepted?
A: It depends on the number of spaces available. Space availability is different each semester. On average, approximately 30 percent of applicants are accepted.
Q: Is there a minimum GPA requirement?
A: While there is no minimum GPA to apply, students who are admitted should have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.
Q: Can freshmen apply?
A: Yes, but only at the end of the academic year. Students must complete a full year at Georgetown before they can apply for an internal transfer.
Q: When are applications due?
A: Applications are due no later than the last day of class in the fall and spring semesters.
Q: Do I have to take business courses before I can apply?
A: No, but your application will be considered more competitive if you have taken business classes.
Q: What non business classes are recommended to take before I apply?
A: We place more emphasis on your quantitative classes during the review process. For that reason, Calculus (MATH-035), Micro and Macro Economics (ECON-001 & ECON-002) are suggested.
Q: If I do take business courses, which ones are recommended?
A: Accounting I (ACCT-101), Accounting II (ACCT-102), and International Business (MARK-261).
Q: Is there a minimum grade I need to receive in the recommended courses?
A: Yes, students should earn a “B” or better in quantitative courses.
Q: When will I be notified of my status?
A: Approximately two to three weeks after final grades are posted.
Q: How will I be notified?
A: Either by mail or e-mail.
Q: Whom do I contact if I have questions regarding transfer to the MSB?
A: Nicole M. Houle or 202-687-3851.
AP Credit
Georgetown accepts some transfer credits earned through successful completion of Advanced Placement (AP) exams.
Refer to the AP Exam Policy Guide for a table of minimum AP exam scores necessary for credit to be accepted for transfer.
Contact Us
For more information on transferring credit from other higher education institutions and AP exams, contact the Undergraduate Dean's Office:
Undergraduate Program Office
McDonough School of Business
Georgetown University
Washington, DC 20057-1149
Telephone: 202-687-3851
E-mail: msb_ungrad@msb.edu
