Transfer to Thiel College

A Supportive, Affordable Path to Finishing Your Degree

 

Thinking about transferring from a Pennsylvania or New Jersey college? Thiel College makes it easy to bring your credits—and your goals—further. With a welcoming, home-like community, generous transfer scholarships, and personalized guidance every step of the way, Thiel is a place where you can belong, succeed, and thrive.

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And we’re proud to share that Thiel College is recognized on the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Roll as a transfer-friendly institution—a national distinction earned for outstanding support of community college and transfer students.

 

Built for Transfer Students

Your transfer experience should be simple, personalized, and stress-free. That’s why every transfer student at Thiel works with a dedicated Admissions counselor who understands transfer credit, timelines, and the unique questions transfer students have.

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What Makes Thiel Transfer-Ready:

• Up to 94 transfer credits accepted to keep you on track.

• Generous merit scholarships created specifically for transfer students.

• Additional PTK scholarships for Phi Theta Kappa members.

• A free laptop for all full-time transfer students through our technology initiative.

• Access to all academic experiences—including the Dietrich Honors Institute, undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and pre-professional programs.

 

Strong Academics & All-New Degree Options

With 60+ majors and minors, Thiel offers the academic programs transfer students want, including two exciting new undergraduate degrees:

• Healthcare Administration (B.A.)

• Sports Management (B.A.)

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Graduate Programs Available:

• Speech-Language Pathology (M.S.)

• Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Our small class sizes, dedicated faculty, and personalized mentorship ensure you feel supported academically from the moment you arrive.

 

A Home-Like Community in Scenic Northwestern Pennsylvania

Transfer students often tell us they feel "at home" at Thiel within days. With a close-knit campus, caring professors, and peers who quickly become friends, you’ll be part of a community that lifts you up. Our 135-acre campus is surrounded by parks, trails, and natural beauty—just a short drive from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Erie.

 

Get Involved. Get Connected.

With more than 100 clubs, organizations, honor societies, and NCAA Division III athletic teams, you’ll find countless ways to get involved, lead, perform, compete, or explore new interests.

 

Why Transfer Students Choose Thiel

• Accredited & Trusted: Thiel College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

• Affordability: generous, transfer-specific merit aid + PTK scholarships

• Personalized support: dedicated transfer admissions counselor

• Home-like belonging: close-knit, inclusive community

• Academic quality: strong programs, small classes, and hands-on learning

• Career outcomes: 100% job or graduate-school placement in programs like accounting, education, neuroscience, and religion

• Flexibility: up to 94 credits accepted to keep you on your timeline

 

Take Your Next Step

Your transfer journey can start today.

Contact a transfer admissions counselor today at admissions@thiel.edu or visit www.thiel.edu/admissions/transfer-students.

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