Transfer to Anoka-Ramsey

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Thinking about transferring to Anoka-Ramsey? Attending Anoka-Ramsey is one of the smartest investments in yourself, your career and your future. And we’re here to help you transfer credits and keep you moving toward your degree.

You are a transfer student if...

  • You have earned college credit at another college or university, or
  • You have earned college credit through credit by exam (AP, CLEP, etc.)
Get Started as a Transfer Student

Steps to Apply

  1. 1

    Apply to Anoka-Ramsey

    • Complete your free online application.
    • Save your StarID and password – you’ll use these for student email and college services.
    • Your next steps for enrollment will be sent to the email address you provided on your application.
    If you’ve previously attended Anoka-Ramsey, including through PSEO or Concurrent Enrollment, you don’t need to reapply. Follow the Returning Student steps instead.
  2. 2

    Submit Official Transcripts

    If you have earned college-level credits through AP, IB, PSEO, or another college or university, you must request an official transcript to be sent to Anoka-Ramsey.
  3. 3

    Determine Course Placement

    Your placement level in English, reading and math can be determined using:
    • Valid assessment test scores (Accuplacer, ACT, SAT, MCA, etc.)
    • High school GPA and coursework
    • Previous college coursework
    Information you provided on your application determines your course placement. If more information is needed, you will be contacted via email.
  4. 4

    Online Orientation

    Once your course placement has been determined, you will receive an email invitation to complete Online Orientation.

    Before you register for courses, you must complete the Online Orientation.
  5. 5

    Register for Courses

    After completing online orientation, you will be assigned an Academic Advisor. Check your student email for information on how to schedule a meeting with your Academic Advisor to discuss:
    • Upcoming semester plan
    • Course registration
    • Any final steps
    • Academic, career, health and well-being, and other support services
  6. 6

    Submit Your FAFSA

    Your first step to getting help to pay for college is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

    You can submit your FAFSA form even before you’ve been accepted for admission.
    Anoka-Ramsey FAFSA Code: 002332
    $4,000+
    Average grants & scholarships awarded per student each year.

Admissions Events

If you’re interested in learning more about Anoka-Ramsey, one of the best ways is to visit campus. Check out upcoming admissions events, we hope to see you in Cambridge or Coon Rapids soon.

No upcoming events. Check back soon.

Need help?

Get in touch with an Admissions Advisor.
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Important Dates & Deadlines

March 30

Registration opens

Aug. 3

Tuition due

Aug. 24

Fall semester begins

Aug. 31

Drop for non-payment

Dec. 18

Fall semester ends

Oct. 19

Registration opens

Dec. 17

Tuition due

Jan. 11

Spring semester begins

Jan. 19

Drop for non-payment

May 14

Spring semester ends

Nov. 2

Registration opens

May 10

Tuition due

June 1

Summer semester begins

June 7

Drop for non-payment

Aug. 6

Summer semester ends

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What's Next

You've applied, while you wait to get started, take some time to explore Anoka-Ramsey.

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Located in Cambridge and Coon Rapids. Our campuses are rooted in the community. Explore what makes each of them unique and what we have to offer.

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Whether you're seeking academic advice, career connections or support for your health and well-being, we're here to help.

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