Dear Student:
The three most frequently asked questions by students who
transfer from a community college are:
- What courses will transfer in my program of interest?
- How long will it take to graduate?
- How much will it cost?
The first is the primary reason for this document. The second
depends upon how many credits one takes during each semester, and
the final one depends upon how many semesters one takes to complete
the degree. A transfer student, with an AA or AS and is diligent,
will be able to finish his or her degree in the time allotted by
the major.
In order to help the transfer student with the process, St.
John’s University has prepared this Transfer Guide for the
LaGuardia Community College student. St. John’s College of Liberal
Arts and Sciences, the School of Education, and the College of
Professional Studies are prepared to accept students, if they have
successfully completed their community college degree
requirements. As per the Provost’s Policy, “transfer credits
applied to B.A. or B.S. degrees in the Peter J. Tobin College of
Business or Doctorate and B.S. degrees in the College of Pharmacy
and Allied Health Professions must have their academic record
evaluated to determine the courses applicable to a degree program
in these units.”
Where applicable, major courses and programs are matched
enabling the student to make an informed decision, as well as plan
his or her course of study. The Office of Admissions is available
to assist with questions pertaining to the development of a
plan.
The transfer student, who has excelled in the classroom, may
qualify for one of our generous scholarship programs.
Students with a G.P.A. of 2.5 or better are eligible for a Transfer
Scholarships ranging from $4,000 to $10,000 per year based on our
evaluation of the FAFSA form. Special consideration will be
provided to LaGuardia Phi Theta Kappa members and Honors Program
participants. An additional $1,000 will be awarded the applicant,
who is a member of Phi Theta Kappa. All pending graduates of
LaGuardia, who apply to transfer to St. John’s, will have the
application fee waived.
If you have any questions, please call the Office of Admissions
at (718) 990-2000. We will gladly assist you.
Sincerely,
David G. Blanchard, Ed.D.
Associate Director for Transfer and Articulation Agreements