Transfer Viewbook

NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

TRANSFER TRANSFERTO NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

TO NKU

Information Guide 2021-22

more than 80 programs YOU BELONG AT A UNIVERSITY THAT WILL HELP YOU REACH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL. Located between the bustling Fortune 500 companies of Cincinnati and the rural horse farms of central Kentucky, NKU is situated perfectly for the student who wants to graduate, land a successful job and stay in the area a while longer.

Whether you’re transferring from a community college or just looking for a better fit, NKU is here to help you make the most of your time on campus. At NKU, you can create an experience that is just as unique as you are.

■ 3D Digital Design and Visual Effects ■ Accounting ■ Anthropology ■ Applied Software Engineering ■ Athletic Training ■ Biological Sciences ■ Business Information Systems ■ Chemistry ■ Communication Studies ■ Computer Information Technology ■ Computer Science ■ Construction Management ■ Criminal Justice ■ Cybersecurity ■ Data Science ■ Early Childhood Education ■ Economics ■ Electrical & Electronics Engineering Technology ■ Electronic Media & Broadcasting ■ Elementary Education ■ Engineering Physics ■ English ■ Entrepreneurship ■ Environmental Science ■ Exercise Science ■ Finance ■ French

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General Business Geography Geology German Global Supply Chain Management

Health Communication Health Informatics Health Science History Human Resource Management ■ Human Services & Addictions ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

■ Integrative Studies ■ International Business ■ International Studies ■ Japanese ■ Journalism ■ Law ■ Library Informatics ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Management Marketing Mathematics Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Technology Mechatronics Engineering Technology Middle Grades Education Music Music Education

■ Neuroscience ■ Nursing (RN to BSN)

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Philosophy Physical Education Physics Political Science Pre-Dental Pre-Engineering Pre-Forestry Pre-Medical or Physician Assistant Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Science Pre-Wildlife Management Psychological Science Public Relations

■ Radiation Therapy ■ Radiologic Science ■ Respiratory Care Secondary Education Social Work Sociology Spanish Special Education Sports Business & Event Management ■ Statistics ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

■ Theatre ■ Visual Arts ■ Visual Communication Design

Northern Kentucky University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional degrees.

Cincinnati is home to six Fortune 500 companies and named one of America’s best colleges by Forbes. Cincinnati named one of Time Magazine’s top 10 best cities to start a career. More than 250 employers recruit on campus.

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FLEXIBLE AND CONVENIENT PROGRAMS • Take traditional face-to-face classes or complete your degree online.

• Programs in red are also available online.

TAU SIGMA TRANSFER HONOR SOCIETY Tau Sigma is an academic honor society designed specifically to recognize and promote the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students.

By establishing this chapter at NKU, we are able to recognize the academic achievement of our most outstanding transfers and, in the process, help serve them better.

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What can you do here?

At NKU, there is more than one answer.

Double major. Choose one major and three minors. Choose two majors and one minor. Your time at NKU doesn’t have to—and shouldn’t—be one-dimensional.

College of

College of

The Haile College of

Business

Education

Link your passion to your career by becoming a well-rounded, intellectual and strategic thinker prepared for the ever-changing global marketplace that demands a nimble and responsive workforce capable of creating and discovering new solutions.

Explore your business interests while learning from experienced faculty and industry professionals.

Equip yourself with the skills to be a global, life-long business leader.

The Haile College of Business prepares current students for future careers.

Shape your future in education through a combination of classroom and experiential learning empowering students to teach, influence and care for students everywhere.

nku.edu/artsci

nku.edu/business

nku.edu/education

Arts & Sciences

Honors College

School of the Arts

The Honors College is an experience that will change your life, ensuring that motivated students explore their passions through study abroad, community-based research, extended laboratory research, internships and relationships with community and faculty mentors.

Creative programming and talented School of the Arts faculty help you comprehend how music, theatre, dance and visual arts are important to understanding the world, ourselves and other disciplines. We help you become the trailblazer you are meant to be!

nku.edu/honors

nku.edu/sota

College of

College of

Health & Human Services Prepare to excel in the rapidly changing profession of health care, gaining the necessary skills, knowledge and hands-on training to care for those in need around the region, state, country and world. nku.edu/chhs

Chase College of

Informatics

Law

You can become a brilliant creator, critical thinker and insightful leader with a focus on high-demand fields such as cybersecurity, data science, business information systems, health communication, public relations and media broadcasting. It’s all about making information useful and meaningful.

Salmon P. Chase College of Law has become known as “The Lawyer’s School.” Chase trains you in a challenging and supportive environment that prepares you to become the legal professionals serving our region’s future.

nku.edu/informatics

nku.edu/chaselaw

• School of Allied Health • School of Kinesiology, Counseling & Rehabilitative Science • School of Nursing • School of Social Work

Infographic that states there are 16,000+ students, 80+ programs and an 18:1 student to faculty ratio.

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VIVIANE JOHNSON Lich, Germany MAJOR: Psychology

two degrees, one path NKU offers a number of dual-enrollment partnerships with local community colleges that offer students a seamless and guaranteed transition from a community college associate degree to a Northern Kentucky University bachelor’s degree by providing one curriculum plan for earning both degrees.

The following partnerships provide students with access to advising, support and educational and personal enrichment at NKU: GATEWAY COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE CINCINNATI STATE TECHNICAL & COMMUNITY COLLEGE JEFFERSON COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE MAYSVILLE COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE

BENEFITS • Take up to four courses at NKU toward a degree at home college’s tuition rate.

• Be eligible for services and participation in activities at both home college and NKU, including but not limited to tutoring, intramural sports and student organizations.

• Live in NKU housing.

• Access to NKU facilities.

• Guaranteed acceptance to NKU with junior standing upon completion of a pathway and associate degree.

• An assigned academic adviser at both schools.

When VIVIANE JOHNSON, a psychology student, was ready to transfer to Northern Kentucky University from Gateway Community and Technical College, she was nervous.

“The process can be a little intimidating to start from scratch and establish new relationships— professionally and personally,” she says.

But the Lich, Germany, native felt NKU was the perfect place for her to finish her degree.

“With almost a year under my belt here at NKU, I know that I made the right decision to transfer to this university and advance my education,” she says. “The road to getting here wasn’t always easy, and I had to make sacrifices. Ultimately, I wouldn’t change my path.”

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Taking the leap helped Viviane get closer to her dream: becoming a clinical mental health counselor. She eventually hopes to receive her master’s degree at NKU so she can become a licensed psychologist.

There’s no doubt Viviane is getting the experience she needs to succeed. She has conducted supervised research with a psychology professor, created a manuscript for an academic journal and interned at local agencies, including the Northern Kentucky Youth Development Center.

“My greatest passion is to help those who are less fortunate than me,” she says. “I have always wanted to help people... in any way, shape or form. Getting my degree means that I can make a mark on this world.”

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE KENTUCKY COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM

BENEFITS • Clearly defined degree pathways in multiple majors to provide a seamless transition.

• Be eligible for services and participation in activities at both home college and NKU, including but not limited to tutoring, intramural sports and student organizations.

OTHER NKU TRANSFER AGREEMENTS Reverse Transfer Agreement with Kentucky Community & Technical College System Students who transfer to NKU from a KCTCS institution, who complete their general education framework at NKU, may be reviewed for participation in NKU’s Reverse Transfer program. This program allows students to receive their associate degree from a KCTCS institution while completing their bachelor’s degree at NKU.

Kentucky Transfer Policy Under this agreement, students who complete a general education category at their sending Kentucky public institution will also have general education requirements fulfilled in the Foundation of Knowledge framework at NKU. Students completing an Associate of Arts (AA) or Science (AS) at a Kentucky public institution will be considered general-education certified.

NKU Transfer Module Policy New students transferring to NKU with an Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) from a regionally accredited institution who have a transcript showing degree completion from fall 2012 forward will be considered generaleducation certified.

• Access to NKU facilities.

• Guaranteed acceptance to NKU with junior standing upon completion of a pathway and associate degree.

• An assigned academic adviser at both schools.

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awards & scholarships KCTCS SCHOLARS AWARD // $2,500/YEAR

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FALL, JUNE 15 / SPRING, NOV. 1 Incoming transfer students who wish to be considered for this scholarship must submit both an admissions application and the KCTCS Scholars Award application

by June 15 (fall) or Nov. 1 (spring). Please review the eligibility requirements and access the application at nku.edu/transfer.

OUT-OF-STATE AWARD // $2,000/YEAR

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FALL, AUG. 1 / SPRING, DEC. 1 Awarded automatically to incoming transfer students who meet the award guidelines and submit their admission application and all required credentials by the published deadline. See nku.edu/transfer for all award guidelines.

ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEB. 15

All incoming transfer students are encouraged to complete the continuing and transfer student scholarship application to apply for various scholarship opportunities offered by NKU. For more information and to complete the application, visit nku.edu/financialaid.

77%

of NKU Students 8

receive financial aid

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the next step OHIO TUITION RECIPROCITY This agreement extends reciprocity tuition rates to residents of certain Ohio counties who meet the program’s residency requirements.

Parking fees and any required course or lab fees are not included in tuition.

As of the 2021-22 academic year, students must meet the following eligibility criteria: • Have earned an associate degree from the University of Cincinnati or one of UC’s branch campuses (including Blue Ash College and Clermont College), Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Clark State Community College Miami University-Hamilton, Miami University-Middletown or Southern State Community College.

• Be working toward a first bachelor’s degree and not majoring in early childhood education or nursing.

• Be a resident of Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Fayette, Hamilton, Highland or Warren county.

• Cannot be in an online accelerated program.

RATE: $417 per credit hour | $5,196

admissions PROCESS INDIANA TUITION RATE

TRANSFER APPLICANTS

SELECTIVE ADMISSION

Indiana residents of Dearborn, Franklin, Jefferson, Ohio, Ripley and Switzerland counties are eligible for the Indiana tuition rate.

Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree-seeking program and may pursue their degree on a full- or part-time basis.

This rate is renegotiated annually.

Students who have attempted coursework for credit at another regionally accredited college or university.

Admission to the university does not ensure acceptance into selective-admission degree programs. To view selectiveadmission programs and requirements, visit nku.edu/ selectiveadmission.

RATE: $413 per credit hour | $5,196

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Apply for undergraduate admission at nku.edu/apply.

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Pay the $40 nonrefundable application fee*.

full-time per semester (12-16 hours)

KCTCS TUITION RATE Effective fall 2019: Out-of-state students transferring directly from the Kentucky Community Technical College System (KCTCS) with an earned associate degree and a 2.0 GPA or greater will be eligible for in-state tuition rates. Students must be first-time transfer students to NKU and enroll full time.

TUITION INCENTIVE PROGRAM NKU is pleased to offer reduced tuition for students who live in select states and counties outside of Kentucky. Please visit nku.edu/tip for additional details.

Tuition and housing rates are subject to change at any time as determined by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education and NKU.

full-time per semester (12-16 hours)

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Submit official college transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions previously attended or are currently attending. * The application fee will be waived for KCTCS, Ivy Tech and Cincinnati State students

Students who have completed fewer than 24 transferable hours will also need to submit: 

Official high school transcripts or GED scores.

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ACT/SAT, Accuplacer or Compass scores (if applicable).

Once all credentials are received, your application will be reviewed and your transfer work evaluated.

To be considered for transfer admission, you must: • Have a minimum 2.0 GPA on a four-point scale.

• Be eligible to return to the last college you attended.

Full-time 12-16 credit hours

PER SEMESTER

ANNUAL

IN-STATE/ RESIDENT

$5,196

$10,392

OUT-OF-STATE/ NON-RESIDENT

$10,224

$20,448

OHIO RECIPROCITY

$5,196

$10,392

INDIANA RATE

$5,196

$10,392

TRANSFER DEADLINES FALL March 15

PRIORITY

May 1

ASSURED CONSIDERATION

June 1

FINAL

Aug. 1

Wondering about NKU equivalencies for your transfer courses? Visit nku.edu/ transfercredit to see if they exist in our database.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

2021-22 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT TUITION

EARLY ACTION

HOW WILL MY CREDITS TRANSFER?

SPRING Nov. 1

Dec. 1

Apply for federal, state and institutional aid programs by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at fafsa.gov. A new FAFSA becomes available Oct. 1 of every year. You will need a copy of your most recent W-2s and tax returns (and where applicable, your parent’s most recent W-2s).

When completing the FAFSA, be sure to indicate the NKU school code #009275. Contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance at (859) 572-5143 or nku.edu/financialaid with any questions.

Visit nku.edu/scholarships for information on scholarship opportunities and any required supporting documents.

SEND TRANSCRIPTS TO: Office of Admissions / Lucas Administrative Center 400 Nunn Drive / Highland Heights, KY 41099

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make your move Schedule your campus visit. Designed just for transfer students. nku.edu/transfer

OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS LUCAS ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER 400 NUNN DRIVE HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, KY 41099 (800) 637-9948 (859) 572-5220

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