Transfer Students
We welcome transfer students to join our program!
The path to NC State is not always direct. About 20% of NC State students start their college career at another college or university.
Recommendations for Competitive Applicants
If you wish to transfer into the Plant Biology undergraduate degree program at NC State from another school, undergraduate admissions recommends a minimum GPA of 2.7.
We highly recommend completing the following coursework:
- English Composition I & II equal to NC State’s ENG 101
- College-level pre-calculus or higher math course
- General Biology I & II equal to NC State’s BIO 181 & 183
- 1 to 2 semesters of General Chemistry with a lab
Having introductory biology and chemistry courses completed enables a student to begin taking plant biology courses in their first semester at NC State.
Explore the Plant Biology Degree
The Transfer Planner is an interactive tool that shows how your previous coursework transfers to NC State and fulfills degree requirements to help ensure your time and effort contribute toward degree completion.
Are you a North Carolina Community College student?
Transfer Guides were created to assist students at the 58 NC Community Colleges to prepare to transfer to NC State.
Application Deadlines
Fall Admission
February 15th
Students who submit and complete their application on time can expect to receive a decision in mid-April.
Spring Admission
October 1st
Students who submit and complete their application on time can expect to receive a decision in mid-November.
Contact
To learn more about our undergraduate programs and transferring into our department, contact:
Dr. Chad Jordan
Director of Undergraduate Programs
919.515.2222
chad_jordan@ncsu.edu