Transfer Students
Transferring to UNC Pembroke is easier than ever! Whether you're coming from a community college or another university, we make the process smooth, supportive and stress-free. With clear application guidelines and transfer-friendly credit policies you’ll know exactly what to expect. From helpful degree plans and events to one-on-one advising and campus tours, we’re dedicated to making your transition into BraveNation smooth, confident and rewarding.
Application Deadlines
Make sure to submit your application by the priority deadline to ensure a timely review. Applying even before these deadlines opens the door to greater scholarship opportunities, preferred housing and many other advantages.
| Fall | Spring | Summer 1 | Summer 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 15 | January 8 | May 15 | June 15 |
Ways to Apply
UNCP Application
College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)
As a North Carolina resident, you can Use the CFNC portal to submit your UNCP application easily and confidently — from planning and applying to managing your progress and sending transcripts. Just create a free CFNC account — or log in if you already have one — then select UNC Pembroke to get started.
Common App
Next Steps
Submit Your Application
- Complete the online application at UNCP, CFNC.org or CommonApp.org
- Request official transcripts from ALL previously attended colleges and/or universities. Official transcripts can be sent via email to admissions@uncp.edu or mailed to:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
1 University Drive
PO Box 1510
Pembroke, NC 28372
Unofficial transcripts can be used for admission review; however, official transcripts are required for transfer credit evaluation.
Verify Your Residency
(NC residents only)
The NC Residency Determination Service (RDS) determines residency for tuition purposes for all UNC System universities.
If you are an undergraduate student applying for admission and claiming in-state residency for tuition purposes, you must visit NCresidency.org to verify your residency.
Please note that the process could take up to 25 days to complete, so starting early is in your best interest.
Transfer Requirements
Transfer students must meet the following requirements:
- Minimum 24 hours of transferable college-level coursework (completed or in progress)
- Applicants with less than 24 transferable credit hours may be reviewed based on freshman criteria.
- Students under the age of 21 will also be expected to meet the freshman admission criteria.
- Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA for all college courses as calculated by the UNC Pembroke Undergraduate Admissions Office..
Transfer Resources
We encourage you to use the following tools to see how your credits may transfer. If you have specific questions about a course not listed, please email transfer@uncp.edu. If admitted to UNCP, you will receive a full evaluation of all previous coursework.
Please Note: Only courses of a "C" or better can be transferred.
North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
The North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement is a statewide agreement governing the transfer of credits between NC community colleges and NC public universities. UNC Pembroke has partnered with community and junior colleges to create articulation agreements to ease transfer into certain degree programs.
North Carolina Community College Transfer Guides
Transfer guides are an available resource for students completing a transferable associate degree at a North Carolina community college. It can assist you with selecting courses to take at your current school, with the intent to transfer to UNC Pembroke.
More information about general education requirements:
Transfer of Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degree programs
a. The CAA enables North Carolina community college graduates of two-year Associate
in Arts (AA) and Associate in Science (AS) degree programs who are admitted to constituent
institutions of The University of North Carolina System to transfer with junior status.
b. Requirements for admission to some major programs may necessitate additional courses
not available at the community college. Time to baccalaureate degree may be impacted
for students entering such programs, and students should plan accordingly.
c. Universities cannot place requirements on students transferring under the CAA that
are not required of their native students.
d. A student who completes the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree prior
to transfer to a UNC institution will have fulfilled the UNC institution’s lower-division
general education requirements.
e. Each UNC campus will establish and publish a campus policy/guideline outlining
the campus decision whether a student who receives an Associate in Arts or Associate
in Science degree through reverse transfer will have fulfilled the UNC institution’s
lower-division general education requirements.
f. Due to degree requirements in some majors, additional courses at the UNC institution
may be required beyond the general education courses and pre-major courses taken at
the community college.
g. Community college graduates of the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree
programs who have earned 60 semester hours in approved transfer courses with a grade
of “C” or better and an overall GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale will receive at
least 60 semester hours of academic credit upon admission to a UNC institution.
h. All courses approved for transfer in the CAA are designated as fulfilling general
education or pre-major/elective requirements (see Appendix G). While general education
and pre-major courses may also be used as electives, elective courses may not be used
to fulfill general education requirements.
i. CAA courses taken beyond the 60-61 SHC of credit in which the student received
less than a “C” will not negate the provisions of the CAA.
North Carolina’s Reverse Transfer Program is an initiative in which students are rewarded for credit they have already earned or will earn at a four-year university. The program is designed to award an associate degree to students who previously attended a North Carolina community college (NCCC) and fulfilled the associate degree requirements while working toward a bachelor’s degree at UNC Pembroke.
To qualify, students must:
- be currently registered.
- have earned a minimum of 16 credits from a North Carolina community college.
- have a total of 60 or more credit hours applied to their degree program; this can be verified in Degree Works through BraveWeb.
- opt-in to participate in reverse transfer.
If you meet the qualifications and are interested in participating, please follow the instructions below to opt-in.
Instructions to opt-in:
- Log into BraveWeb, Banner Self Service.
- In Student Services, select Reverse Transfer.
- By virtue of “opt in,” you sign an agreement stating that you will follow UNC Pembroke’s curriculum toward the baccalaureate degree and that you understand that academic advisors at UNC Pembroke cannot provide advising for community college coursework.
- Once you opt in, you will receive an email confirmation. No further action is required; however, we recommend you contact your community college to let them know you have opted-in and request information regarding your missing requirements.
- You may change your decision at any time. Opt-out using the same steps above.
NOTE: If you are awarded the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree through the Reverse Transfer program, UNC Pembroke will honor the degree to fulfill our General Education requirements. Your advisor can only advise you on UNC Pembroke degree requirements. It is your responsibility to understand your community college requirements for completing an associate degree.
After the end of each fall and spring semester, your course history will be sent to your NCCC via the UNC System Office. The NCCC will review your program. It is the responsibility of your community college to view your information in the UNC System database and complete the graduation process. If you have fulfilled the requirements for an associate degree, the NCCC will email notification to your BraveMail. Once your community college notifies you of your graduation, please submit an official transcript back to UNC Pembroke's Office of the Registrar so we can update your General Education requirements.
For more information on reverse transfer, visit UNC System Transfer FAQ
Take A Tour
Individual & Group Tours
Led by an experienced student ambassador, you and your guests will explore UNCP's campus through a scenic walking tour. Our Brave Ambassador will guide you through the heart of campus, as you learn about academic offerings and student life. With stops that include our photo-worthy quad area and the bustling James B. Chavis Student Center, you will get a first-hand look at the UNC Pembroke student experience.
Each visit begins with an undergraduate admissions presentation, followed by a guided tour. The duration of the tour is approximately 90 minutes.
Tours are offered weekdays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Self-Guided & Virtual Tours
Self-Guided Tours: If you would like to explore campus at your own pace or visit after hours, we can assist you with optimizing your visit. Contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@uncp.edu for a self-guided tour map.
If you're already on campus, take a look at our campus map. Use the left directory pop-out to turn labels on various layers to find what you're looking for.
Virtual Tour: We understand you might not be able to make it to campus. We invite you to take advantage of our virtual tour option at any time.
Take the Next Steps
Apply for Financial Aid
Sign Up for Orientation
Get Credit for Your Exams
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