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TRENTU.CA / Future Students / Undergraduate / Requirements / Transfer To Trent University / College Transfer Student

College Transfer Student

At Trent, you can benefit from our agreements with all Ontario colleges. We'll help maximize your credits and achieve your educational goals. 

Trent is a Leader in Transfer Credits

Completing a university degree opens doors and expands your options. With many transfer agreements with Ontario colleges and flexible pathway options, Trent University is a leader in helping students achieve degree completion goals.

Many of our students say they knew Trent was right for them when they saw our campuses for the first time. See for yourself through our new virtual campus experiences. 

Applying to university marks an exciting milestone in a student's life and doesn't have to be a daunting task. Whether you're applying to a program at the Peterborough campus or our Durham Greater Toronto Area campus, your next steps are outlined below. 

Applying to Trent

Applying to Trent

Domestic Students: Please  Apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre

International Students: Please apply through the Trent International application 
 

If you are a domestic applicant and are only applying to Trent University, you may use our free Direct Application form rather than applying through OUAC (please note that you can choose one program on this application and cannot apply both through this form and OUAC; if you are applying to multiple programs/universities, please only apply using the OUAC link). After using this Direct application, you will need to order official transcripts directly through your past institutions attended.

Admission Requirements

Applicants who have completed at least one semester in a recognized Canadian community college, with a cumulative average of 65% (2.0 GPA on a scale of 4.0) will be considered for admission to Trent University. Two-semesters of many college program courses can be used to satisfy pre-requisites (i.e. Two-semesters of college Chemistry can satisfy the Chemistry requirement).

The following programs require a higher minimum average for admission:

Program Minimum Admission Average* Pre-requisite Courses ("pass" required unless otherwise indicated)
Bachelor of Arts & Science  70%  
Bachelor of Environmental Science/Studies 70%  
Bachelor of Arts & Science Medical Dual Degree program 80% No transfer credits
Biomedical Science* 70% Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics
Chemical Engineering 80%

Chemistry, Physics, Math

Minimal transfer credits

Climate Science & Policy 70%

Biology, Chemistry, Math

No transfer credits

Computer Science Co-op* 80%

Max. 5.0 transfer credits

Conservation Biology Placement / Co-op* 75%

Biology, Chemistry, Math

Max. 5.0 transfer credits

Co-op Programs (BBA, Humanities, and Social Science programs) 80% No transfer credits
Criminology 70% Max 5.0 transfer credits
Data Science 70%

Math

No transfer credits

Environmental Geoscience 70% Chemistry, Math
Forensic Science/Biology/Chemistry* 70% Biology, Chemistry, Math
Health &  Behaviour 70%

Biology, Math

No transfer credits

Kinesiology* 70%

Biology, Chemistry or Physics, Math

Limited transfer credits

Law & Arts/BBA Dual Degree 80% Minimal transfer credits
Logistics & Supply Chain Management 70%

Math

No transfer credits

Medical Professional Stream* 80%

 

Max. 5.0 transfer credits

Nursing* 75% Minimum 70% in English. Minimum 65% in Biology, Chemistry and Math, successful completion of CASPer test
Teacher Education Stream 70% Max. 5.0 transfer credits
Policing & Community Well-Being 70%  
Financial Analytics  70% Max. 5.0 transfer credits

*Minimum admissions average does not guarantee admission; these are competitive capped programs, so the competitive average can fluctuate year to year depending on the applicant pool. 

 

• A minimum grade of 70% is required in any college course to be considered for course-by-course transfer credit assessment

• Two-year academic programs with significant academic content are typically eligible for up to 5.0 transfer credits

• Three-year academic programs with significant academic content are typically eligible for up to 7.5 transfer credits

• All applications are assessed for transfer credit eligibility on an individual basis. Certain college certificate programs are not eligible for transfer credit consideration.

Transfer Credit Database

Transfer Credit Database

You can search Trent's transfer credit database in order to review some of the transfer credits that you may be eligible for.  The transfer credit database is a listing of courses that Trent has previously evaluated for equivalency.  Please note: If you do not see your course listed in the transfer credit database, it probably means that we have not had an opportunity to previously evaluate your course for a transfer credit equivalency.  You may be requested to submit course syllabi.  

Transfer credits outlined in the specific agreements listed below supersede the transfer credits outlined in the transfer credit database. 

 Explore the Transfer Credit Database

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Already Applied

Already Applied to Trent

Now that you've taken your first step and applied to Trent University you might be wondering what's next? To give you a sense of the timeline, we've highlighted in our "Next Steps" page what you can expect in the coming weeks and months. Be sure to track your application and review any outstanding documentation. 

Submitting Transcripts

One of the next crucial steps in the application process for transfer students is submitting transcripts. We require all transcripts from your former post-secondary studies and your high school transcripts - if you have been out of high school for five years or less. Here are a few ways you can submit your transcripts to Trent. 

  1. If you have applied directly to Trent using our direct application https://my.trentu.ca/portal/applications/admissions/public/index , you can upload unofficial transcripts using the Transcript Upload icons under the Academics tab of the myTrent portal. We can then review these and assess for a conditional offer. Please be sure to also request final, official transcripts to be sent to admissions@trentu.ca directly from the institution if your studies have been completed.
  2. If you've applied to Trent using our direct application and are transferring from an Ontario University or College - you can also enter your transcripts through your MyTrent student portal using the Manually Entered Transcript icon. This icon can be found on the 'Academics' tab under the 'Admissions' sub-heading. *Please note that unofficial transcripts are accepted on the condition that official transcripts will be submitted prior to the student's intended start date.​​​​​​
  3. You can request your official transcripts from your post-secondary institution to be sent to Trent. Check with your post-secondary institution on how to request a transcript. 
  4. In some cases, you can request your post-secondary transcript through OUAC to be sent electronically to Trent.

Students who have extenuating circumstances that have affected their grades and wish to disclose this information - can do so by completing Trent's Extenuating Circumstances form. This form can be found in the MyTrent student portal, under the Academics tab.

Received an Offer

Received an Offer from Trent

Congratulations on receiving your offer of admissions. Just a few more steps to follow to make it official! Check out the list of steps here.

Once your acceptance to Trent is official, you can immerse yourself in our outstanding community of scholars, dedicated to collaboration and interaction among students, professors, and across disciplines. As a student, you will expand your thinking, gain valuable skills, create lifelong friendships and, open the door to a world of possibility and the career of your dreams.   

Transfer Credit Process

  • Your transfer credit evaluation begins as soon as you have received an offer to Trent. We compare your completed post-secondary credits to our Transfer Credit database to provide a preliminary transfer credit assessment. You can view these transfer credits using the Transfer Credit icon under the 'Academics' tab of your MyTrent student portal. 
  • If it appears that you could be eligible for more transfer credits, you will receive an email asking you to provide us with course syllabi. The syllabi can be uploaded using the Transfer Credit Course Syllabi Submission form found under the Academics tab of your myTrent portal. When we receive your course syllabi, they are reviewed by the relevant faculty member for a possible Trent equivalent. The results of that evaluation are posted to your academic record (Transfer Credit icon). Please note that this process can take a few weeks. 
  • When your transfer credit evaluation has been completed, the "Notifications" section of your MyTrent portal will inform you of this. 
  • Once your transfer credits are assessed, you can make an appointment with an Academic Advisor - who will help you plan your academic program and select your course. For more information, please visit Trent's Academic Advising webpage.  

Already Accepted an Offer

Already Accepted an Offer from Trent University. It's Official - You're #TRENTUBOUND

Congratulations! Now that you're officially #TrentUBound, there are a few things that you need to know before you get here, Don't worry, we will help keep you organized. Here you'll find useful information that is sure to keep your journey smooth, allowing you to stride with ease throughout your transition to Trent. 

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