Muhlenberg College

Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  To be considered for need-based aid, you must submit the FAFSA. For additional information, contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid at 484-664-3175 or by email at finaid@muhlenberg.edu. The primary component of a student's financial aid package is the Muhlenberg College Grant, which does not need to be paid back and is renewable for four years based on academic progress and family financial circumstances.
• Tuition and Fees:
  Total Annual Comprehensive Tuition & Fees = $62,805. Room and Board is $14,548.

Information for Transfer In Students

• Accepts Transfers:
  Each semester we enroll full-time transfer students who have demonstrated academic achievement in high school and college, quality of character and the potential to contribute to our community in meaningful ways.
• Transfer Applications Received:
  182
• Transfer Applications Accepted:
  Typically, we admit between 40-60 transfer students during the academic year.
• Transfer Applicants Enrolled:
  Typically, we enroll around 20-30 transfer students during the academic year.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Transfer Application Requirements

• Minimum GPA:
  A minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) is required of transfer applicants.
• Official Transcripts:
  An official copy of your high school transcript with graduation date and official college transcripts are required.
• SAT Scores:
  Not required - students may apply test optional. If submitting test scores, ACT or SAT scores can be self-reported on your Common Application or you may submit a copy of your score reports via email to transfer@muhlenberg.edu.
• Letters of Recommendation:
  One letter of recommendation from a college professor is required.
• Essay:
  A short statement of interest is required for all applicants.
• Application Fee:
  There is no application fee.
• Other Requirements:
  Complete and submit a Mid-Term Report and a College Report from the Common Application. International applicants must provide a copy of their passport and a Certificate of Finances form.
• Apply Here:
  https://www.commonapp.org/explore/muhlenberg-college

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  Only courses for which a grade of “C-” or better was earned will be considered for transfer to Muhlenberg. Courses not using a traditional letter grade (A-F) will be considered for transfer only with documentation detailing successful completion.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  At least 16 course units must be completed at Muhlenberg College. No more than 16 non-Muhlenberg course units (whether transferred or awarded for test scores) may contribute to the 32 course units required to earn a bachelor’s degree at Muhlenberg.

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