Transfer Students WITHOUT U.S. Credits

Transferring to a program abroad can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be. Follow these steps for an easier transition with less stress and more academic credit!

Application Deadlines for Transfer WITH U.S. Credits

Fall Semester (August) Start: May 1

Spring Semester (January) Start: September 1

Step 1: Apply and Submit Your Documents

• Apply to the university
• Upload your documents: These documents be uploaded to your personalized dashboard. Submit all post-secondary transcripts. If you already have a credit evaluation, you can send that as well. If you do not already have one, you can get one done through our school after admission for a discounted rate. 

Step 2: Upon Admittance, activate your StarID and set up your Mavmail

• Activate your StarID
• Log into your Mavmail Account

Step 3: Request Your I-20

• In your MavMAIL account, locate the email containing an invitation to our International Portal. Submit the required financial documents to request your I-20. 
• Continue to check your MavMAIL account for communications regarding your I-20. 
• Once you have received your I-20, follow the next steps in your KIC Portal to continue with your visa process. 

Step 4: Submit International Credential Evaluation Documents

After receiving your F-1 visa, log into your KIC portal. You will locate "Transfer: ECE International Credit Evaluation" option in your KIC portal under "Control Center". Students who use the KIC portal can get the ECE evaluation for just $100. These evaluations take 4-6 weeks to complete.

Step 5: Attend Orientation and Get Registered for Class

Orientation is required and costs $200. During the orientation process, you will meet with an academic advisor and get registered for classes. Please bring any transcripts you have not yet provided. Mandatory health insurance registration also happens during orientation. 

Cambridge A-Level Subject Exams

Students who studied in the Cambridge system and completed A-level courses with a grade of C or higher may receive university credit. Students must complete a credential evaluation to receive credit. 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRANSFERRING CREDITS FROM ABROAD

• Transferring credits to Minnesota State Mankato takes places after acceptance into the University.
• AFTER acceptance and BEFORE any possible transfer credit may be awarded, all transcripts or academic records from universities outside the U.S. must first be evaluated by a recognized outside agency as confirmation of the courses taken and grades earned.
• After receiving your F-1 visa, find the "Transfer: ECE International Credit Evaluation" option in your KIC portal under "Control Center". Students who use our international portal can get an Education Credit Evaluation (ECE) for just $100. These evaluations can take 4-6 weeks to complete

Since the purpose of the ECE evaluation is the potential transfer of credit, it does not need to be submitted as part of the application review process. It can be submitted later. However, any post-secondary work you successfully completed at a non-U.S. college or university will be considered by Minnesota State Mankato only upon receipt of the official ECE evaluation.