Admitted Transfer Students

Congratulations on your admission to Â鶹ÊÓƵ!  

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Next Steps for Admitted Students

Ready for what comes next? Admitted transfer students can start their Â鶹ÊÓƵ Experience in just a few easy steps. Stay on track with your specific Penguin Path to Â鶹ÊÓƵ through the .

  1. Complete the Enrollment Response Form
    Let us know we are your first choice! You can access the form by logging into your Penguin Admissions Portal
  2. Submit the FAFSA at  
    Maximize your financial aid award (include Â鶹ÊÓƵ using school code 001196). Contact finaid@dominican.edu with any questions.
  3. Submit your Tuition and Housing Deposits

    Tuition:
    Fall Tuition Deposit ($250) Deadline: June 1 for all majors.
    Spring Tuition Deposit ($250) Deadline: December 1 for nursing and January 15 for all other majors.

    Housing:
    Fall Housing Deposit ($500) Deadline: June 1 for all majors.
    Spring Housing Deposit ($500) Deadline: December 1 for all majors

    Deposits are non-refundable after the deposit deadlines. If you plan to live on campus you will need to submit a housing application, available upon submission of your housing deposit. Housing is limited and is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority is given to students who deposit by the deadline. Learn more about living at Â鶹ÊÓƵ.
  4. Meet Us Online
    Experience Â鶹ÊÓƵ from a distance, including personalized online meetings with your Admissions and Financial Aid Counselors. Visit the and/or the to find the times that work best for you.
  5. Create your Â鶹ÊÓƵ Email Password
    After your tuition deposit is received, Â鶹ÊÓƵ will send you an email containing your Â鶹ÊÓƵ email address and steps for setting up an email password. Set up instructions will be sent beginning in May. You will need to set up your email in order to take placement assessments and register for classes. Contact Information and Technology Services at helpdesk@dominican.edu with any questions.
  6. Take Placement Assessments
    You will receive a message sent to your Â鶹ÊÓƵ student email account that details any required placement assessments. In order to register for classes, your assessments must be completed prior to class registration.
  7. Connect with an Academic Advisor
    Your advisor will create a personalized degree plan and discuss additional opportunities within your major at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. You will receive an email regarding the advising process along with helpful onboarding resources.
  8. Sign Up for Classes 
    Your academic advisor will assist you in registering for your classes online. You will receive an email introducing you to your advisor and to schedule an advising and registration appointment.  
  9. Submit Final Official Transcripts
    Please submit any official transcripts not previously received by Â鶹ÊÓƵ, including those from your final semester. If applicable, submit your official AP or IB transcripts before you register for classes. 
    Find complete instructions on how to submit your transcripts to Â鶹ÊÓƵ here.

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