Students currently enrolled in another College or School at the University of Vermont (UVM) who would like to transfer into or pursue a dual degree in the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (CEMS) should complete the internal transfer application. In order to be admitted for transfer into CEMS, internal transfer applicants must meet the requirements below:
Requirements:
- Good academic standing in current program of study (not currently "on trial")
- No pending incompletes in current or previous coursework
| Major(s) | Minimum GPA | Additional GPA restrictions | Prerequisite courses/grades |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering (All) | 2.0 | Minimum 2.0 in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry and Computer Science coursework | MATH 1234 w/ C or higher OR MATH 1212 w/ B or higher; lab science course w/ C or higher |
| Computer Science; Computer Science & Information Systems | 2.0 | Minimum 2.0 in all courses with CS prefix | One of CS 1080 or 1210 w/ C or higher |
| Mathematics; Statistics; Physics | 2.0 | N/A | MATH 1234 w/ C or higher OR MATH 1212 w/ B or higher |
| Data Science | 2.0 | N/A | MATH 1234 w/ C or higher OR MATH 1212 w/ B or higher & one of CS 1080 or 1210 w/ C or higher |
Review Process and Timeline
Fall Transfers: Students who wish to begin a CEMS major at the start of the fall semester are strongly encouraged to complete the application process by July 1st. CEMS cannot guarantee consideration of applications submitted during the fall add/drop period until after the close of the fall semester. All internal transfer requests submitted after the fall add/drop period will be considered after the close of the fall semester.
Spring Transfers: Students who wish to begin a CEMS major at the start of the spring semester are strongly encouraged to complete the application process by January 1st. CEMS cannot guarantee consideration of applications submitted during the spring add/drop period until after the close of the spring semester. All internal transfer requests submitted after the spring add/drop period will be considered after the close of the spring semester.
Internal transfer inquiries are welcome at any time of the year. Exceptions to the requirements and timeline outlined above may be considered for students with extraordinary circumstances.