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Transfer Students

Find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions from students transferring to Knox College.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Financial aid does not transfer from school to school. Your financial aid will be recalculated for Knox. Contact the Office of Student Financial Services with questions.

Yes! Students who transfer to Knox may be eligible for renewable scholarships up to $45,000 per year. Scholarships are available to students from two- and four-year colleges, and universities and are awarded based on the level of academic achievement in liberal arts courses.

 Learn more about transfer student scholarships.

Academics

Your credits will be transferred, but not your GPA. 

Yes. We offer placement exams in math, second languages, and music. These short online exams help us ensure that you're enrolled at the level appropriate for your skills.

Learn more about placement exams.

Instead of two 16-week semesters, Knox has three 10-week terms. During each term, you will typically take three classes.

That depends. You will need to take First-Year Preceptorial if you have spent less than one year on a college campus.

Your academic advisor will contact you to set up a time to choose your courses for the upcoming term and review your transfer credits.

Housing & Orientation

Yes! As a four-year residential college, more than 95% of Knox students live on campus. There are some situations where students need to pursue off-campus permissions. Off-campus housing permissions are granted through the Campus Life Office to those students who:

  • Are married or in a legally recognized civil union or domestic partnership
  • Have dependent children
  • Are 23 years of age or older prior to the start of the academic year
  • Require, by reason of disability or medical necessity, a housing option that cannot be provided by Knox College, this requires consultation with the Office of Disability Support Services.
  • Require, by reason of disability or medical necessity, a housing option that cannot be provided by Knox College, this requires consultation with the Office of Disability Support Services.

Yes! As a four-year residential college, more than 95% of Knox students live on campus. There are some situations where students need to pursue off-campus permissions. Off-campus housing permissions are granted through the Campus Life Office to those students who:

  • Are married or in a legally recognized civil union or domestic partnership
  • Have dependent children
  • Are 23 years of age or older prior to the start of the academic year
  • Require, by reason of disability or medical necessity, a housing option that cannot be provided by Knox College, this requires consultation with the Office of Disability Support Services.
  • Require, by reason of disability or medical necessity, a housing option that cannot be provided by Knox College, this requires consultation with the Office of Disability Support Services.

Orientation is a time for you to learn more about your new academic home and get organized to begin your studies at Knox. Orientation is mandatory for both new and transfer students and we will have some specific programs designed to help introduce you to the College and answer questions you might have about your time here.

Still have questions?

We can help! Email newstudent@knox.edu to get answers.