Frequently Asked Questions

What materials do I need to apply as a transfer student?


  • Online Common Application for transfer students, including a personal essay that details your academic goals and past experience
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Official college or university transcripts
  • Letter of recommendation or instructor evaluation form from a professor, adviser, or dean of students
  • $60 application fee (this fee applies to undergraduate application only)


Please note:

  • For transfer applicants, submission of SAT or ACT scores is optional.
  • Ithaca College does not currently use the Common Application's "College Official's Report."
  • Music applicants must meet audition requirements.
  • Theater applicants must meet audition/interview requirements.
  • Transfer opportunities to physical therapy (PT) are competitive and based on available space.

Audition requirements for music

Audition/interview requirements for theater

Transfer opportunities to physical therapy