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General Transfer Admission Questions

► What are the requirements to transfer to the Clark School of Engineering?
Engineering is a Limited Enrollment Program (LEP), click here for admission requirements. Select engineering as the program of choice at the bottom of the page.

► What are the application deadlines for admission?

For External Transfers – please follow the deadlines found on the Undergraduate Admissions website.

For Internal Transfers (current UMCP students) – the LEP application is due by the 5th business day of the month as follows:
• Spring semester admission: January
• Summer semester admission: June

► What is the difference between an external and an internal transfer?

External transfer students are those who come to the University of Maryland from another 2-year or 4-year institution and meet the gateway admission requirements for engineering. External transfer students need to apply for admission using the Transfer Admission Online Application.

Internal transfer students are current University of Maryland students who have met all of the admission requirements for engineering. Internal transfer students need to apply for admission using the Online LEP Application for Current Students.

Admission application forms can be downloaded from the Undergraduate Admissions website. Please pay attention to deadlines as they differ for external and internal processes.

► How will I be notified if I am accepted into the School of Engineering?
The Undergraduate Admissions office will contact you by mail for external transfers and by email for internal transfers. The Clark School does not have information on applicants’ admission status. Please contact Undergraduate Admissions if you have questions about your status.

► What happens if I am not directly admitted into Engineering?
If you are not directly admitted, you will be given your second major choice or placed in Letters & Sciences. Applicants do not have the ability to appeal the admissions decision. Students must complete one semester and then apply as an internal transfer. If a student is not admitted at this time, they can appeal the decision.

► If admitted to Engineering, what courses do I take?
Once you are admitted, you will be required to attend either a transfer orientation (for external applicants) or complete a Virtual Change of Major Workshop, meet with your intended engineering major department, and with the Undergraduate Advising and Academic Support office advisor (for internal transfers). During the Virtual Change of Major Workshop, you will learn the specific Clark School policies and procedures, review your prior course work, and have the opportunity to meet with departmental and college advisors. With the help of the advisors, you will select courses and register for classes based on prior course work and the major you choose.

► How long will it take to graduate after I transfer?
Your anticipated graduation date will depend on your major, your prior coursework, and your planning. Some majors do not offer all of their courses every semester, so you will need to plan very carefully. Work with your departmental advisor to develop a “4-year” plan to map out your coursework.

► If I took Math 220 at the University of Maryland, do I have to retake Math 140?
Yes. Students must have MATH 140 to meet the graduation requirements for an Engineering degree. Engineering is a math and science based discipline. MATH220 does not cover all the required material that is needed for future math, science, and engineering courses within the engineering curriculum.

► I am a current University of Maryland student not in engineering. Can I take any Engineering courses without being declared an Engineering major?
As a non-Engineering student, you must get permission to take any engineering course. Seats in ENES courses are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on seat availability. Interested students should visit the ENES/Keystone.

► Can I talk with an advisor/department prior to applying?
At the present time, prospective transfer students are not able to talk face to face with an advisor but they can email their questions to transfer_engr@umd.edu.

► Is it a good idea to start working or continue working?
Engineering is an extremely demanding field of study. It requires many hours of study time and group work. As a transfer student, the rigors of the content may be overwhelming at first. It is advised that new engineering students do not work during their first semester in the program to make appropriate adjustments. Depending on your major, content may be more time consuming. The Clark School, however, understands that some students may need to work, for financial or other reasons, and we encourage you to speak with your advisor to make sure you take advantage of all of the resources available to you.

Transfer Credit Questions

► How do I get my transcripts from other colleges and/or AP credits sent to the University of Maryland?
You must have official transcripts from all previous institutions sent to: University of Maryland, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, College Park, MD 20742-5235. Please contact your school’s Registration or Registrar’s Office to request official transcripts. For AP credits, you will need to contact the College Board.

► How will my transfer credits be applied to my degree?
There is a difference between acceptable and applicable credits. Many of your transfer credits will be accepted by the University of Maryland, but engineering may only accept those applicable to your engineering degree. Therefore you may lose some credits when transferring to the Clark School.

► What should I do if my credits don’t transfer as I think they should?
If you are accepted to engineering, you can talk with your advisors about the transfer credits in question. Be prepared to have a course syllabus and other supporting course work material to submit for evaluation. You can also review UMCP’s Transfer Credit Center website to see if the course has already been evaluated.

► I am coming from a 2-year MD community college. What courses should I take that will transfer and get me prepared for the Engineering programs?
Check out ARTSYS - Recommended Transfer Programs
ARTSYS is a web-based search tool for students transferring from a MD 2-year institution to a MD 4-year institution. You can search Recommended Transfer Programs; select your current institution and the University of Maryland, College Park; type in engineering and you can see the courses from the sender and receiver institution.

Engineering Student's Services

► What types of resources are available for transfer students?
Transfers students have access to all resources at the Clark School.

► Are there scholarships available for engineering students?
Scholarships are available for engineering students. Please visit the Undergraduate Recruitment and Special Programs website for scholarship opportunities.

► What should I do and where should I go if I am having trouble in some classes?
If you find you are struggling in any of your courses, please start by taking advantage of your professors’ office hours. If the office hours are in conflict with your schedule, ask your professor if you can set up an appointment. Check with the department to determine whether tutoring is available for that particular course. You can also download the Resources for Academic Success document from the Undergraduate Advising & Academic Support. Department student lounges (i.e. ASME, 1st floor Martin Hall) are also a good place to find peers studying and doing group work. You may find a fellow student who is willing to provide you with some assistance.

► As a transfer student, are internships and co-ops available to me?
Yes, once you are in the Clark School of Engineering, you will have access to the Engineering Co-op & Career Services office. Check out their website and sign up for eLink. The Co-op & Career Services office offers workshops and seminars on resume writing, career fair preparation, job search strategies, and more.

► How do I go about getting involved with my major or other student groups?

• Visit the student societies page for links to all student societies.
• Make sure to pay attention to the Engineering FYI emails.

There are also opportunities for involvement for women and minority students:

• The Center for Minorities in Science & Engineering is a great resource for prospective and current students. The Center provides academic assistance as well as social networking.
• The Women in Engineering (WIE) program is dedicated to the recruitment and retention of women engineering students at the pre-college, undergraduate, and graduate levels.