Transfer Admissions | Ohio Northern University

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

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

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.

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.