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Students entering the University who have taken examinations in the Advanced Placement Program of the College Entrance Examination Board will receive credit for scores of three or better, unless otherwise noted.

(Special program requirements: for entry into the Nursing and Education programs, a 3.0 GPA is required; for pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-physical therapy and pre-veterinary programs, an overall GPA of 3.0 is required, with a 3.2 in science courses.) To apply as a transfer student, an applicant must submit the following documents: An application for admission accompanied by the $50 application fee payable to Iona University. Official transcripts from all colleges previously attended (course descriptions may be required before transfer credit can be officially awarded).

Current Iona students must obtain prior authorization from the Center for Advising and Academic Services for the use of the CLEP exam for potential transfer credit.

Current Iona students must obtain prior authorization from the Center for Advising and Academic Services for the use of the CLEP exam for potential transfer credit.

Credit for Study at Other Colleges and Universities For students fully matriculated at Iona University, credit for courses taken at institutions other than Iona will be evaluated under the following conditions: Student… is a matriculated undergraduate in good academic standing (GPA 2.0 or above) is limited to not more than two courses, or six credits in transfer *^ must be in good financial standing at the time of application must complete at least 50% of major(s) and minor requirements at Iona University must complete at least 25% of the total number of credits required for the degree in residence. must complete the final 30 cr. of coursework toward the degree at Iona University may not study at another school while concurrently enrolled at Iona University must obtain Authorization to Study at Another Institution from the Center for Advising and Academic Services, PRIOR to enrollment elsewhere must see Major Department Chair for vetting of Major-level courses, prior to authorization request. The Major department, in consultation with the Dean, will approve or deny as appropriate. Courses not preapproved will not be accepted for transfer credit. must submit official transcripts of completed authorized courses to lona University not later than and before the end of the next full term after completion. Grades… Only course credits transfer to Iona for the student record, never grades. Grades of C- or higher are eligible for transfer to Iona, outside of Major courses or Major related courses, so long as the grade is equivalent to or higher than the value of C- at Iona University. Exceptions can be made at the discretion of the Dean, in consultation with the Provost’s office. * Study Abroad and other approved off-campus programs are excepted from this limitation. ^ In the event that a compelling case can be made, an exception may be granted by the Center for Advising, in consultation with the Dean of the appropriate School and the Provost’s office.

Credit for Study at Other Colleges and Universities For students fully matriculated at Iona University, credit for courses taken at institutions other than Iona will be evaluated under the following conditions: Student… is a matriculated undergraduate in good academic standing (GPA 2.0 or above) is limited to not more than two courses, or six credits in transfer *^ must be in good financial standing at the time of application must complete at least 50% of major(s) and minor requirements at Iona University must complete at least 25% of the total number of credits required for the degree in residence. must complete the final 30 cr. of coursework toward the degree at Iona University may not study at another school while concurrently enrolled at Iona University must obtain Authorization to Study at Another Institution from the Center for Advising and Academic Services, PRIOR to enrollment elsewhere must see Major Department Chair for vetting of Major-level courses, prior to authorization request. The Major department, in consultation with the Dean, will approve or deny as appropriate. Courses not preapproved will not be accepted for transfer credit. must submit official transcripts of completed authorized courses to lona University not later than and before the end of the next full term after completion. Grades… Only course credits transfer to Iona for the student record, never grades. Grades of C- or higher are eligible for transfer to Iona, outside of Major courses or Major related courses, so long as the grade is equivalent to or higher than the value of C- at Iona University. Exceptions can be made at the discretion of the Dean, in consultation with the Provost’s office. * Study Abroad and other approved off-campus programs are excepted from this limitation. ^ In the event that a compelling case can be made, an exception may be granted by the Center for Advising, in consultation with the Dean of the appropriate School and the Provost’s office.

Credits earned before reinstatement shall be treated as transfer credits for the purposes of the calculation of the cumulative index and for the determination of future academic status.

Credits earned before reinstatement shall be treated as transfer credits for the purposes of the calculation of the cumulative index and for the determination of future academic status.

Students interested in seeking Advanced Standing in a CSWE-accredited MSW Program must earn minimum grades of B in social work major courses.

Students interested in seeking Advanced Standing in a CSWE-accredited MSW Program must earn minimum grades of B in social work major courses.

SAP is reviewed yearly except for students on probation whose status is reviewed each semester: Transfer credits: Transfer Credits accepted for the student’s academic program or degree is counted when measuring the maximum time frame to complete the degree or program.

SAP is reviewed yearly except for students on probation whose status is reviewed each semester: Transfer credits: Transfer Credits accepted for the student’s academic program or degree is counted when measuring the maximum time frame to complete the degree or program.

To arrange a visit, go to www.iona.edu/visit or contact the campus visit coordinator at (914) 633-2622 or (800) 231-IONA by email at admissions@iona.edu . New freshmen and transfer students are accepted for both the fall and spring sessions. Deadlines and other important dates are listed in the table below: Type of Application Deadline Decisions Mailed Deposit Due Early Decision December 1 December 15 February 1 Early Action December 15 January 31 May 1* Regular Decision February 15* by April 1 May 1* Fall Transfers August 1* Rolling Indicated in Admissions Letter Spring Freshmen December 20* Rolling January 10* Spring Transfers December 20* Rolling January 10* * Applications will be accepted after these dates as space is available. (Special program requirements: for entry into the Nursing and Education programs, a 3.0 GPA is required; for pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-physical therapy and pre-veterinary programs, an overall GPA of 3.0 is required, with a 3.2 in science courses.) To apply as a transfer student, an applicant must submit the following documents: An application for admission accompanied by the $50 application fee payable to Iona University. Apply online at www.iona.edu/apply . Official transcripts from all colleges previously attended (course descriptions may be required before transfer credit can be officially awarded). A maximum of 64 credits may be accepted upon transfer from all combined accredited two-year institutions and training programs. A maximum of 90 credits in total may be accepted in transfer from all combined accredited two- and four-year institutions and training programs.

Transfer Credit Limit A maximum of 12 credits in the area of media & communication may be transferred from other colleges or universities. Additional credits in media & communication will not be accepted as electives.

Transfer Credit Limit A maximum of 12 credits in the area of media & communication may be transferred from other colleges or universities. Additional credits in media & communication will not be accepted as electives.

Students entering Iona University as new freshmen are awarded Latin Honors status on their undergraduate baccalaureate degrees as follows: Cumulative GPA Latin Honor 3.900 or higher Summa Cum Laude 3.750 to 3.899 Magna Cum Laude 3.500 to 3.749 Cum Laude Students entering Iona University as transfers are also awarded Latin Honors status on their undergraduate baccalaureate degrees per the table above, but must complete a minimum of 56 credits in residence. Credits granted for prior learning (life experience) or CLEP are not included in the residency credits.

Students entering Iona University as new freshmen are awarded Latin Honors status on their undergraduate baccalaureate degrees as follows: Cumulative GPA Latin Honor 3.900 or higher Summa Cum Laude 3.750 to 3.899 Magna Cum Laude 3.500 to 3.749 Cum Laude Students entering Iona University as transfers are also awarded Latin Honors status on their undergraduate baccalaureate degrees per the table above, but must complete a minimum of 56 credits in residence. Credits granted for prior learning (life experience) or CLEP are not included in the residency credits.