Internal Transfer
If you are a current student at UT Austin and are interested in changing your major, you may be able to apply for internal transfer. The internal transfer process is competitive and some majors only offer internal transfer for fall admission. Consideration is based on a holistic review of your academic performance and other materials. Please review the information below to learn more about the Internal transfer admission timeline, process, and policies.
Internal Transfer Application
Key Internal Transfer Admission Dates
*Admission dates are estimates and may move to the following business day.
| Fall Enrollment | |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | February 1 |
| Deadline to Apply | May 1 |
| Decisions Released | Mid-late June |
| Major Change Forms Due | August 1 |
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Application Opens
February 1 -
Deadline to Apply
May 1 -
Decisions Released
Mid-late June -
Major Change Forms Due
August 1
| Spring Enrollment (not all colleges/majors are available) | |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | September 15 |
| Deadline to Apply | December 1 |
| Decisions Released | Early January |
| Major Change Forms Due | Varies based on 1st class day of Spring Semester |
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Application Opens
September 15 -
Deadline to Apply
December 1 -
Decisions Released
Early January -
Major Change Forms Due
Varies based on 1st class day of Spring Semester
| Summer Enrollment (COLA Open Majors Only) | |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | Mid-late June |
| Deadline to Apply | Early August |
| Decisions Released | Rolling |
| Major Change Forms Due | Rolling |
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Application Opens
Mid-late June -
Deadline to Apply
Early August -
Decisions Released
Rolling -
Major Change Forms Due
Rolling
Steps to Apply
Research majors, and understand the internal transfer process
- Meet with an academic advisor regarding your plans and/or
- Attend an information session (when offered by major of interest)
Submit an online application before the deadline to apply
Review the application portal for updates
For students admitted to majors, you must submit a major change form from the application portal to complete your major change.
Major changes begin at the enrollment semester and will not appear on students’ records until the start of the next semester.
Requirements
Current UT Students in any undergraduate college or school may transfer to any other college or school within the university only under the general procedures and conditions described in the General Information Catalog.
To apply for internal transfer, submit the UT Austin Internal Transfer Application and review the following requirements:
Limits
Students may apply to internal transfer only two times to each new college or school that has limited space for internal transfers. For these colleges and schools, the student must apply within the student’s first four long-term semesters of enrollment at the University.
Students who are readmitted to the University after not enrolling for one or more fall or spring semesters are readmitted to the college or school in which they were last enrolled. They may then apply for transfer to another college or school, provided they meet the general conditions for transfer given in this section and any special admission requirements of the college or school to which they wish to transfer.
Transfer students from other institutions of higher education are eligible to apply for transfer between colleges and schools within the University upon completion of their first fall or spring semester or summer semester at the University, regardless of the number of semester hours accumulated, provided they satisfy all conditions and procedures that apply to students entering the same college or school, and any program thereof, when first admitted to the University.
Double/Simultaneous Majors
Students are admitted to the University with a single major. They may choose a second major after completing 30 semester hours of coursework in residence at the University. A student must follow any application procedures and meet any admission requirements that have been established for the second major; information about these and other relevant college policies is available from the dean. Approval of the student’s application for simultaneous major will take into account the student’s ability to graduate within four years of entering the University. You can learn more about simultaneous majors by reviewing Simultaneous Major section of the General Information Catalog.
College/School Requirements
Students who have completed 45 or fewer semester hours of college credit are eligible to apply for transfer between colleges and schools regardless of their university grade point average, provided they satisfy all conditions and procedures that apply to students who enter the same college or school, and any program thereof, when first admitted to the university.
GPA
Students who have completed more than 45 semester hours of college credit must have a university grade point average of at least 2.00 to qualify for transfer between colleges and schools. Generally, students with more than 45 semester hours of credit and a grade point average less than 2.00 may not transfer to another division within the university and must enroll in courses approved by their current college or school. All colleges are authorized to allow such students to register for courses required for the students’ potential new majors, provided the normal prerequisites are met.
Credit Hour Limits
Students may not transfer to another college or school after they have completed 60 semester hours of coursework in residence. A student who wishes to seek an exception to this rule should petition the dean’s office of the college into which the student would like to transfer. Approval of the petition will take into account the student’s ability to graduate within four years of entering the University.
Students may not transfer to another college or school after they have completed four fall or spring semesters in residence, regardless of the amount of credit they have earned. A student who wishes to seek an exception to this rule should petition the dean’s office of the college into which the student would like to transfer. Approval of the petition will take into account the student’s ability to graduate within four1 years of entering the University.
The Application
The Internal Transfer Application includes questions related to your academic history and extracurricular activities at UT and requires you to submit a copy of your resume. You may submit the Internal Transfer Application for a maximum of two (2) majors, and you will be asked additional specific questions based on the major(s) you chose.
Please contact the Internal Transfer Application processing team at internal-transfer@austin.utexas.edu for additional assistance.
Majors Available
Students applying for internal transfer have the option to apply to up to two majors per application cycle. The majors available for internal transfer vary by semester, and not all majors within an available college offer an internal transfer application. Please consult the college or school directly regarding their exceptions.
Fall Internal Transfer
The application for fall internal transfer admissions opens February 1 and the following colleges and schools accept internal transfers during that semester:
- School of Architecture
- McCombs School of Business
- Moody College of Communication
- College of Education
- Cockrell School of Engineering
- College of Fine Arts*
- Jackson School of Geosciences
- School of Information
- College of Liberal Arts
- College of Natural Sciences
- School of Nursing
- Steve Hicks School of Social Work
*The Butler School of Music Internal Transfer Application opens in Fall and can be found here.
Spring Internal Transfer
The application for spring internal transfer admission opens on September 15 and the following colleges and schools accept internal transfers during that semester:
- Moody College of Communication
- McCombs School of Business
- College of Education
- Cockrell School of Engineering (for current Engineering students only)
- Jackson School of Geosciences
- College of Liberal Arts
- School of Nursing
- Steve Hicks School of Social Work
Summer Internal Transfer
The application for summer internal transfer admission opens at the end of June and the following colleges and schools accept internal transfers during that semester:
- College of Liberal Arts – Open Majors
Major Requirements
Each major will require a personal statement to be submitted along with the core application questions. Restricted majors may also require additional academic requirements, application questions and/or information sessions.
Below are links to specific college and school’s internal transfer application pages for additional information:
- School of Architecture
- McCombs School of Business
- Moody College of Communication
- College of Education
- Cockrell School of Engineering
- Environmental Science
- College of Fine Arts
- Jackson School of Geosciences
- School of Information
- College of Liberal Arts
- College of Natural Sciences
- School of Nursing
- Steve Hicks School of Social Work
*The Butler School of Music Internal Transfer Application opens in Fall and can be found here.
Tips Prior to Applying
If you are hoping to switch to a major in another college or school other than the one in which you are currently enrolled, we encourage you to do the following:
- Know the process. The university has published procedures for those seeking internal transfer. Become familiar with them. For help understanding the components of the internal transfer application, review this video walkthrough.
- Be aware of transfer admission requirements. Most colleges and schools post information on their websites to inform prospective students of the credentials applicants need to be competitive in the internal transfer admission process. Review those details so you know what you have to do to become a strong contender (and so you can decide whether you think that will be possible).
- Talk with your advisor. Advisors can work with you to decide on a class schedule that will help you pursue your goals while also staying on track for on-time graduation. Note: Some colleges and schools may require that you attend an information session before meeting with an advisor.
Resources
Vick Advising Excellence Center
You can schedule an appointment with a Vick Center advisor online to explore majors and careers, and get help with your internal transfer.
Texas Career Engagement
Career Education Professionals in Texas Career Engagement work with students to explore their strengths and interests, identify majors and careers that align with their goals, and plan for internal transfer.
Internal Transfer Application Processing Team
Contact the internal transfer application processing team at internal-transfer@austin.utexas.edu for questions about your internal transfer application. Questions about your admission decision, competitiveness, or preparation should be directly directed to an academic advisor or the college and school.