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We ensure you receive maximum credit for past coursework. Beyond the classroom, we also offer credit for prior work experience and certifications, saving you time and money.
40%
Of incoming, Fall 2025, undergrad students had their tuition fully covered*
80%
Of incoming, Fall 2025, undergrad students received a Baker College Scholarship*.
$2,700
Avg. first year housing costs per year after housing scholarships**
Why Transfer to Baker College?
Prior Credit and Work Experience
Transfer up to 90 credits and earn credit for prior work experience, lowering your tuition costs and saving you time.
Accelerated Degrees
Most course are available 100% online.
3 + 1 BBA/MBA | 10 month MBA | Business Administration accelerated | Nursing BSN accelerated | Elementary Education accelerated
Transfer Scholarships
Available scholarships (students must qualify):
Platinum – $36,000 (max value) | Gold – $24,000 (max value) | Standard – $12,000 (max value) | Phi Beta Kappa – $250 (max value)
Affordability Pledge
We work with you to identify all available federal aid, Baker scholarships, and transfer pathways to craft a plan that fits your budget.
MiTransfer Pathways
We are partnered with various Michigan colleges and organizations to make the transfer process seamless, saving you time and money.
Bridge to Bachelors
Designed for transfer students with an associate degree or at least 60 credits from a regionally accredited college or university.
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Find Your Degree
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Transferring Made Easy.
We make the process seamless and easy. Whether you have prior college credits, years of work/life experience, or professional and military training, we have options to turn your background into credits toward your degree. Ready to get started?
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Submit Your FAFSA | code: 004673
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At Baker we review each transfer student’s circumstances individually, and the requirements will depend on your program of interest. In most cases, a GPA of 2.0 or higher is required for admission, especially for graduates of Michigan community colleges.
You can use our interactive online evaluation tool to see what courses you’ve completed at other institutions will transfer to Baker College.
We accept credits from a wide range of institutions and experiences:
- Regionally accredited colleges and universities
- Participating MiTransfer Pathway programs
- Articulation agreements with partner institutions
- Courses approved through the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA)
- Military service and prior work experience, based on ACE and course competency alignment
Yes, at Baker it is possible to transfer up to 90 qualifying credits and earn credit for prior work experience, lowering your tuition costs and saving you time. Learn more about what qualifies for prior college & work experience credit.
MiTransfer Pathways
Baker College proudly participates in the statewide MiTransfer Pathways initiative, helping Michigan students move from associate to bachelor’s programs with confidence.
Articulation Agreements
We’ve partnered with community colleges and universities across Michigan and beyond to offer program-to-program transfer agreements, ensuring that your associate degree or selected coursework will transfer seamlessly.
Get Personalized Support
We work with you to maximize your transfer credits. To connect with an Admissions Advisor and receive tailored support, request more information about Baker College, and our team will be in touch shortly. For any questions or assistance, contact our Office of Admission at [email protected] or (989) 729-3911.
Transfer FAQs
Baker College will accept up to 90 credits earned at any regionally-accredited college or university toward a bachelor’s degree and up to 45 toward an associate degree. The exact number of transfer credits accepted may vary depending on your specific transfer circumstances.
Yes! Your experience matters, and we’ll work with you to make sure that none of it goes to waste. At Baker College, students from diverse backgrounds can qualify for college credit for prior learning. Learn more about our credit for work and life experience program or request more information about Baker to connect directly with an admissions counselor.
Transfer students are reviewed individually. In most cases, a GPA of 2.0 or higher is required for admission, especially for graduates of Michigan community colleges. Additional requirements may apply based on your program of interest.
Yes! Transfer students are welcome and encouraged to apply for professional healthcare programs at Baker College, such as Nursing (including an Accelerated option), Surgical Technology, Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). In addition to meeting the institution’s admission requirements, students must also fulfill the specific program admission criteria and complete a supplemental program form. Please contact an enrollment specialist for more information regarding program availability and requirements.
We work hard to ensure you can begin classes on the next available start date. Baker College offers multiple options for starting each semester. For a complete list of dates for the current and upcoming semesters, please visit our academic calendar.
Yes! Baker College has 16-week, 8-week, 6-week and 4-week courses running year-round and most programs can start at any time. For a complete list of dates for the current and upcoming sessions.
Our goal is to help you graduate on time—or even ahead of schedule. We maximize your transferable credits and help you build a plan that avoids unnecessary repetition of coursework. We also offer accelerated pathways for some programs.
Baker College is one of the most affordable four-year institutions in Michigan. Additionally, our transfer student scholarships help to reduce the cost of your education even further. To view tuition and fees for the current academic year, please visit our tuition page.
Your Baker College enrollment specialist will work with you to ensure you receive any federal student aid for which you qualify. Be sure to update your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to include Baker College (school code: 004673).
We recommend submitting your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after October 1 each year. State and federal scholarship deadlines vary, and completing your FAFSA by the priority deadlines may increase your chances of receiving some aid. It is important to discuss your options with an Admissions team member to ensure you maximize your eligibility.
For more information on our generous transfer and other scholarships, please visit our scholarships page.
Learn more about our GoBSN program.
Learn more about our Bridge to Bachelors path.