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Welcome to the DU Community! We are excited to have you join us as a transfer student at DU. Transitioning to a new institution is a significant milestone, and we're here to ensure you have all the support you need to succeed.

Our advising period for transfer students runs from November 3rd - December 19th. During this time, you can book a virtual meeting with an Academic Advisor to ensure you’re well-prepared. You will receive an email from the Office of Academic Advising with booking instructions for this meeting. We will send these email instructions on a weekly basis, but you should feel free to reach out to us at advising@du.eduÌý²¹²Ô²â³Ù¾±³¾±ð.

Before you can register for classes, it's important that you meet with an academic advisor. This meeting will help you navigate your new academic journey at DU and set you up for success. To prepare for your advising appointment, please review the information below.Ìý

If you need any assistance or have questions, feel free to reach out to us at advising@du.edu at any time. Our entire advising team is here to support you.Ìý

Welcome once again to your new home at DU!

Get Connected with an Academic Advisor

• Step 1: Watch Registration Informational Videos (Required)

  Watch the short informative videos that will guide you through the mechanics of preparing for registration, completing DU’s billing agreement, how to register for classes and creating course plans.

• Step 2: Meet with an Academic Advisor (Required)

  Starting November 3rd, 2025,Ìýtransfer students will receive an invitation for individual meetings to review credits and discuss course options.

  You will receive this email from an advisor once your transfer credit is evaluated. If you have questions or believe you may have missed this invitation, please reach out to advising@du.edu.

  If you are a Business major, you will receive an email invitation for a meeting from a Daniels College of Business Advisor. If you have questions or believe you may have missed this invitation, please reach out to dcbundergrad@du.edu.Ìý

Prepare for your individual Advising Meeting by Completing the Following:

• Complete Discoveries Winter Experience - Academic Advising & Student Success Canvas Module

  The Canvas module includes important information about the Common Curriculum, Academic Advising, and registration preparation. Allow at least 2 hours to complete this module. Taking your time with this module will set you up for success at DU!

• Request AP/IB Scores
  • Request that your AP Scores (if applicable)Ìýbe sent to DU through theÌýÌý(school code is 4842)Ìý
  • IB graduates (if applicable)Ìýrequest your transcripts be sent directly to ºÚÁÏÃÅ through theÌý.

  These scores do not automatically transfer from your previous institution. You need to make sure these scores are sent directly from College Board to the ºÚÁÏÃÅ.Ìý

• Review your Degree Audit in My4D for a Detailed Evaluation

  Review your Degree Audit inÌýÌýfor a detailed evaluation of your progress toward degree completion.

  ¸é±ð²õ´Ç³Ü°ù³¦±ð:ÌýDegree Audit: Quick Start Guide

  ¸é±ð²õ´Ç³Ü°ù³¦±ð:ÌýDegree Audit: Guide for Students

• Watch your College-Specific Advising Video

  College-Specific Advising Video

• Take the Language Placement test

  • Students who are continuing to study a language they started learning prior to DU take a placement test to determine their starting course level. Transfer students should speak with an Academic Advisor if they have transfer language credit and next steps.Ìý
  • Some degree programs are exempt from the language requirement which includes the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and all Engineering degree programs. Students with these declared degree types do not need to take the proficiency placement test.
  • Contact cwlc@du.edu for questions regarding your placement test results.Ìý
  • Some Transfer Students may have already completed the language requirement with incoming transfer credit. Review your degree audit or confirm with an Academic Advisor if this requirement has been met.Ìý
• Review a Sample Course Plan for your Major Area of Interest

  Sample Course Plans

• Watch the Instructional Registration Videos

  Watch theÌýinstructional registration videosÌýto learn how to navigate our registration system

• Complete theÌýBilling agreementÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýSubmit Proof of Immunization

  Complete theÌýÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýsubmit proof of immunizationÌýto ensure you can register.

  Incomplete forms can result in holds on your account which will prevent registration

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Registration & Advising Contact Information

For questions about advising or course planning, contactÌýadvising@du.edu.

We look forward to helping you as you plan for Winter quarter!