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Transfer

Transferring to a new college is a big step. Your Polar Bear family is ready to ease your transition and welcome you to campus!

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    COURSE

    NAME

    HRS

    Possible ONU Course

    PHYS 107

    The Hidden Life of the Stars

    3

    PHYS 1061 Stars and Galaxies

    PHYS 201

    General Physics I

    4

     

    PHYS 202

    General Physics II

    4

     

    PHYS 205

    University Physics I

    5

    PHYS 2311 Physics 1&

    PHYS 2341 Physics Laboratory 1

    PHYS 206

    University Physics II

    5

    PHYS 2321 Physics 2 &

    PHYS 2351 Physics Laboratory 2

    PHYS 301

    Electricity and magnetism I

    3

    PHYS 4111 Electricity and Magnetism 1

    PHYS 302

    Electricity and magnetism II

    3

    PHYS 4121 Electricity and Magnetism 2

    PHYS 303

    Mechanics I

    3

    PHYS 3731 Analytical Mechanics

    PHYS 304

    Mechanics II

    3

     

    PHYS 305

    Modern Physics

    3

    PHYS 3051 Modern Physics

    PHYS 306

    Heat

    3

    PHYS 3531 Statistical Mechanics

    PHYS 320

    Origins of the Universe

    3

     

    PHYS 402

    Optics

    3

    PHYS 3411 Optics

    PHYS 403

    Quantum Mechanics

    3

    PHYS 3751 Quantum Mechanics

    PHYS 404

    Solid State Physics

    3

    PHYS 3511 Solid State

    PHYS 410

    Topics in Theoretical Physics

    3

     

transfer admission Angelica Krumnow
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When I transferred to ONU, it opened up a ton of opportunities for me. The professors at ONU are the biggest thing I owe my success to. If it weren't for them helping me every step of the way, I don't think I would have a clue about what to do with my life.
Angelica Krumnow, criminal justice major
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Plan for a seamless transition

Take a few simple steps to apply for admission to ONU from another institution. Transfer students can begin ONU classes in the fall semester (August) or spring semester (January).
How to Apply
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Got questions? We’ve got answers.

Will my credit hours transfer? Can I switch majors? How do I line up housing? We are happy to answer these questions and more.
FAQs for Transfers

You are going to love being a Polar Bear!

Once you’ve been accepted to Northern, it’s time to take the next steps to get acclimated.

  • Make Deposit
  • Virtual Tour
  • Filing or updating your current year FAFSA will allow us to determine the maximum levels of financial aid available to you. Be sure to enter ONU's school code: 003089. Learn more about financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

  • Ready to be a Polar Bear? Your deposit will reserve your spot at ONU. Click here to submit your deposit.

  • Send us official transcripts from all high schools and colleges you've attended – even if it wasn't recently. Transcripts should be mailed directly from the institution to ONU's offices of Admissions and Financial Aid; hand-carried transcripts, official copies marked "Issued to Student" and unofficial copies are not acceptable. Final transcripts from previous or current colleges/universities should be sent to: Ohio Northern University, Office of Admissions, 525 S Main Street, Ada, Ohio 45810.

  • Once you become an accepted student, you will be provided with information about how to submit requests for on-campus housing. If you plan to live off campus, you must meet the off-campus requirements and submit an off-campus request form.

  • Classes are scheduled during an individual transfer orientation/academic advising appointment conducted by the dean's office of the college for your academic program. You will likely meet with a faculty member or the associate dean. Use the contact information below to contact your college and schedule your transfer orientation:

     

    College of Arts & Sciences

    419-772-3566

    a-and-s@onu.edu

     

    College of Business Administration

    419-772-2070

    business@onu.edu

     

    College of Engineering

    419-772-2371

    engineering@onu.edu

     

    College of Pharmacy

    419-772-2275

    pharmacy@onu.edu

  • Welcome Weekend activities are designed for all new students to Ohio Northern – including new transfers and postgraduate students. Check out our Welcome Weekend 2019 recap video to get a taste of what Welcome Weekend is like.

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We’ll guide you every step of the journey.

It can be overwhelming to make a change. Don’t worry. We have an admissions counselor designated to help transfer students. Contact us anytime.
  • Contact Dean Altstaetter, Transfer Liaison, d-altstaetter@onu.edu, 419-772-2274
  • Apply now
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