Internal Transfer Division (ITD)

The Internal Transfer Division (ITD) assists students who are considering transfer between colleges within Cornell. The ITD provides information and advice about Cornell’s undergraduate majors and transfer application procedures

Direct Transfer

Some students can be admitted directly into their new college (Target College) via direct transfer. To be eligible for direct transfer, you usually have to take, or have successfully completed courses in your proposed major. Some colleges require that you take major courses the semester immediately prior to your intended transfer semester.

Sponsorship

If you do not meet the criteria for direct transfer, you can apply to your target college for sponsorship to the ITD. Generally students whose current curriculum differs substantially from their target college, or students with a below average academic record, are considered for sponsorship. Sponsorship decisions are made in January and June for the subsequent semester. Sponsorship to ITD guarantees admission to your target college if you complete the requirements of the sponsorship term (take an approved schedule and earn specified GPA). Tuition and fees for students sponsored to the ITD are the same as those of the sponsoring college.

To Apply for Sponsorship you should complete:

Internal Transfer Form

ITD Interview – schedule an interview with the ITD Director.

Transfer of Records – complete an Application for Transfer form at your current college registrar, requesting your permanent record be sent to your target college.

Target College Internal Transfer Application – submit a copy of your target college’s internal transfer application and all supporting materials to the ITD.