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Yale University

Yale University
4.5%
ACCEPT
01Acceptance 02Tuition 03Transfer 04ROI 05AP Credit 06Majors 07Housing 08International

Transfer Admission Overview

Transfer data for Yale is limited, but highly selective schools generally accept very few transfers. If you're set on Yale, consider applying as a freshman or exploring articulation agreements at feeder schools.

4.5%
Freshman Accept Rate

How to Transfer to Yale University: Step by Step

1
Research Requirements
Check Yale University's transfer admission page for minimum credit hours, prerequisite courses, and GPA requirements.
2
Maintain a Strong GPA
Transfer admission is heavily GPA-based. Aim for a 3.5+ GPA at your current institution.
3
Complete Prerequisites
Take the general education and major prerequisites that Yale University expects.
4
Write a Compelling Essay
Explain why you want to transfer and why Yale University specifically.
5
Get Strong Recommendations
Ask professors who know your work well.
6
Apply on Time
Transfer deadlines are often earlier than freshman deadlines.

Yale University Transfer FAQs

What is Yale University's transfer acceptance rate?
Yale University does not publicly report a separate transfer acceptance rate. The freshman rate is 4.5%, and transfer admissions typically track the school's overall selectivity.
What GPA do I need to transfer to Yale University?
With a 4.5% freshman acceptance rate, Yale University typically expects transfer applicants to have a college GPA of 3.7+ with strong A's in transferable coursework. Stronger GPAs offset weaker high school records for transfer admits.
When are Yale University transfer application deadlines?
Most US colleges including Yale University accept fall transfers (March-April deadlines) and many also accept spring transfers (October-November deadlines). Check Yale University's admissions page for the exact dates each cycle.
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Other Colleges in CT

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17.1% accept · Middletown
University of Connecticut
53.9% accept · Storrs

Data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, IPEDS. Yale University is not affiliated with DeepColleges.