Transfer Dates & Deadlines

Transfer Timeline

Apply as a transfer student for either fall or spring admission.

Fall Application Opens

Jan 15

Apply Priority or Regular.

Priority Deadline

Feb 1

Apply early for top consideration. Non-binding.

If your application was submitted by 11:59 p.m. CDT, all supporting materials must be received by February 15.

Regular Deadline

Apr 1

Standard timeline for full consideration.

If your application was submitted by 11:59 p.m. CDT, all supporting materials must be received by April 5.

Priority Decision Notification by

Apr 15

While decisions may be available earlier, we are unable to provide individual updates or expedite decisions. For more details, visit our Transfer Applicant FAQ.

Regular Decision Notification by

Jun 1

While decisions may be available earlier, we are unable to provide individual updates or expedite decisions. For more details, visit our Transfer Applicant FAQ.

Online Programs Deadline

Jul 15

Our online programs will consider applications for fall admission through July 15. To apply to one of these programs after April 1, please submit a petition through myIllini.

Spring Application Opens

Sep 1

Start preparing early so you’re ready to apply as soon as the application opens.

Application Deadline

Oct 15

If your application was submitted by 11:59 p.m. CDT, all supporting materials must be received by October 20.

Decision Notification by

Nov 15

While decisions may be available earlier, we are unable to provide individual updates or expedite decisions. For more details, visit our Transfer Applicant FAQ.