Finding the right college can be tough. Finding the right school the second time around? Well, that can be downright tiring. We want to make the process easier for you, so we curated lists of amazing colleges that make transferring simple, seamless, and with maximum benefits to you as a student. All the colleges and universities on this list are in the Southern US and are invested in helping transfer students find the right place to finish their academic journeys. The best part is you can get in touch with any (or all) of these schools right from this page by clicking the “Connect me” button below any of the featured colleges. Your CollegeXpress profile information will be sent directly to that school, then they’ll reach out to you. Happy college hunting!
Columbus State University
Columbus State University is a public university, part of the University System of Georgia, in Columbus, Georgia—94 miles from Atlanta. With over 7,000 undergraduate and grad students, a 15:1 student-faculty ratio, and 90+ majors and programs to choose from, CSU strives to ensure the largest amount of your previous credits transfer to your new program—including credit for AP courses, CLEP, Dantes, Excelsior College Exams, and more. The University also offers a special transfer student orientation that’s conveniently available online.
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas Baptist University is a comprehensive Christian liberal arts institution in Dallas, Texas. The University offers its 4,300+ students more than 80 undergraduate majors to choose from and classes with a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Transfer students have access to highly prepared and trained admission counselors, specific housing opportunities, and exclusive scholarships—all of which make the transfer process to DBU hassle-free.
East Tennessee State University
East Tennessee State University is a transfer-friendly institution focused on making the transition to a four-year degree seamless and affordable. With over 180 academic programs, including top-tier health sciences and business tracks, transfer students benefit from generous credit evaluations and dedicated advising. ETSU’s commitment to low student debt and various scholarship opportunities makes it an ideal choice for completing an education within a vibrant campus community in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains.
Florida Institute of Technology
Florida Institute of Technology is a private research university in Melbourne, Florida—only 60 minutes from downtown Orlando. With over 200 undergraduate and graduate programs to choose from, a student body of 8,500+, and a 14:1 student-faculty ratio, FIT is ranked in the top 6% of schools for return on investment. Transfer students can take advantage of numerous cooperative education programs and internship connections at major employers like Northrop Grumman Corp and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
High Point University
High Point University is a private comprehensive institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church on a 420-acre campus in High Point, North Carolina. Known as The Premier Life Skills University, High Point is rooted in the liberal arts and offers 63 majors and 65 minors for undergraduates. HPU transfer students can transfer up to 60 credits from two-year schools and 90 from four-year institutions; use the Panther Page Application Checklist to make the process easier; and access Phi Theta Kappa and other transfer-specific and scholarship opportunities; and more.
Lynn University
Lynn University is a private liberal arts university in Boca Raton, Florida—23 miles from Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach and 50 miles from Miami. With nearly 120 undergraduate and graduate programs to choose from, transfer students join a student body of over 3,200—including students from close to 100 countries—making for an 18:1 student-faculty ratio. Lynn also offers more than 80 study abroad opportunities in 28 countries and a signature Dialogues core curriculum that's based on exploring questions of self, belief, and justice while honing critical thinking and communication skills.
Lipscomb University
Lipscomb University is a private Christ-centered institution in Nashville, Tennessee. With a strong network of faculty and peers, the University offers a supportive community for its 4,600+ students. Transfer students can explore innovative academic programs and benefit from robust career connections, with 95% of graduates employed or in grad school within six months. Lipscomb also provides special financial aid for transfers and a history of academic excellence, including producing 12 Fulbright scholars in 13 years.
Morehead State University
Morehead State University is a welcoming public institution in Morehead, Kentucky, that prioritizes a seamless transition for transfer students. Recognizing the unique needs of those coming from other colleges, the University offers dedicated transfer advising and generous credit evaluation to ensure students stay on track for graduation. Transfer learners benefit from a supportive community, small class sizes, and a diverse range of undergraduate programs. With specialized financial aid opportunities and a focus on career-ready skills through the Level UP program, Morehead State provides an accessible and rewarding path for students to complete their degrees and achieve professional success.
Southern Methodist University
Southern Methodist University is a church-affiliated comprehensive research university in Dallas, Texas. Over 12,000 total students can choose from more than 100 majors and 85 minors across seven degree-granting schools while enjoying a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. SMU offers transfer-specific scholarships, a generous transfer credit policy for course credit and scholarship opportunities, articulation agreements with local community colleges, and more.
Texas Christian University
Texas Christian University is a private university in Fort Worth, Texas, known for its vibrant campus spirit and Big 12 NCAA teams. With 117 undergraduate programs and a community focused on leadership, TCU provides transfer students with specialized resources like the Transfer Connection Space and Frog Camp. The University offers generous academic scholarships based on GPA and transferable hours, ensuring a seamless transition into a top-ranked environment recognized for student happiness and career opportunities.
University of Tampa
The University of Tampa is a private comprehensive university located in Tampa, Florida. With 9,600 students, a 17:1 student-faculty ratio, and 20% of the student body composed of transfer students each year, the University offers more than 200 fields of study through the Colleges of Arts & Letters, Business, Natural & Health Sciences, and Social Sciences, Mathematics & Education. Students come from every state and 132 countries to attend UT, a university that’s been named to the Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll for the past five years for creating dynamic pathways that support transfer students.
University of West Georgia
The University of West Georgia is a public comprehensive university in Carrollton, Georgia—45 miles west of Atlanta. UWG’s more than 12,700 students are enrolled in 85+ programs through the Colleges of Arts & Humanities, Science & Mathematics, Social Sciences, Business, and Education as well as the School of Nursing, and transfer students can transfer 30 or more semester hours into their programs. Transferring West means hands-on experiences earned inside and outside the classroom that set nontraditional students up for career success.
