Boise State Online has a strong reputation for making the transfer process smooth and welcoming for students. Whether you’re transferring from a community college or another university, our dedicated transfer support team helps you apply, transfer credits and start classes from anywhere.
The power of online education for transfer students
Online programs offer flexibility, allowing students to pursue their education without relocating or commuting. Transfer students make an impact at Boise State, online and on campus In the 2024-2025 academic year* alone, more than 6,000 students enrolled in fully online programs, with 39% of those students living in Idaho.
Transfer students make an impact at Boise State, online and on campus:
- 30% of all degrees and certificates awarded by Boise State in the past year were from fully online programs.
- 37.7% of the incoming transfer cohort for Fall 2024 is enrolled in an online program.
- Over the last three years, 44% of Boise State graduates began as transfer students.
- Of all transfer students over the past three years, 51% were the first in their families to attend college.
- A 10% increase in transfer students from Fall 2023 to Fall 2024.
How flexible online degrees empower transfer students
Mariah Gerber, a transfer student who found success through Boise State’s online programs, shared her experience about why she chose Boise State.
“I didn’t choose Boise State; Boise State chose me. I applied just to go through the process of figuring out where I wanted to go next. Almost instantly, I got a phone call, and they wanted me,” said Gerber. “They made me feel like an individual, like I was important, and that’s something every transfer student needs.”
Gerber’s experience is a reflection of the personalized support you’ll receive as a Boise State transfer student. You’re not just another number; you’ll feel valued from the moment you inquire.
This personalized approach is a hallmark of our transfer student success. From the initial application to ongoing support, we ensure that you will feel valued and supported throughout your academic journey.
Resources that help you maximize your transfer credits
For transfer students like Mariah, the resources provided have been instrumental in her success. “My advisor has been my biggest resource throughout the entire process. She’s made me feel like if I called at midnight, she would answer. I would never do that, but that’s just the level of care I’ve received,” Gerber said.
Boise State offers a range of resources designed to support your success:
- Dedicated success coaches who guide students through the application process.
- Personalized credit evaluations to maximize transfer credits.
- Accessible professors who provide online resources and are available for one-on-one consultations.
- Access to online tutoring services and career counseling services through the university.
Gerber also emphasized the importance of taking control of your education and asking questions.
“My advice to future transfer students is to ask questions and take initiative. Your education is yours, and everyone is willing to help, but you’re fully in control of what that help looks like,” she said.
Boise State Online representatives work with community colleges — including the College of Southern Idaho and College of Western Idaho — to establish articulation agreements and support students through the transfer process. Articulation agreements ensure that credits students earn at a community college will transfer into their selected program at Boise State.
Comparing transfer-friendly online degree programs at Boise State
At Boise State, we’ve streamlined the transfer process to make it easy for you to transfer credits and avoid the common frustrations students experience when switching schools. For students like Gerber, who have attended multiple schools, this makes a world of difference.
“I’ve gone to two other schools, and there aren’t enough good things to say about being a fully immersed online transfer student at Boise State,” Gerber shared.
Our transfer-friendly policies are especially beneficial if you’re balancing your education with work, family or other responsibilities. With so many transfer students choosing our online programs, we are committed to offering the accessibility and flexibility you need to succeed.
Most transfer-friendly Boise State Online programs
- Bachelor of Applied Science: Students can transfer up to 80 general and technical credits.
- Interdisciplinary Professional Studies: Students can transfer up to 80 general and technical education credits; up to 12 technical education credits; up to 15 credits from the creation of a prior learning portfolio.
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Digital Innovation and Design: This bachelor degree pathway allows students to transfer up to 43 credits from a completed associate degree (AA, AS, AAS or equivalent).
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience: This bachelor degree pathway allows students to transfer up to 47 technical credits earned from a completed associate degree (AA, AS, AAS or equivalent) or other accredited institution.
Frequently asked questions about the online degree transfer process
Does Boise State have transfer agreements with local community colleges?
Yes, Boise State Online maintains articulation agreements with community colleges including College of Western Idaho (CWI), College of Southern Idaho (CSI), College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) and Treasure Valley Community College (TVCC). These partnerships ensure that the credits you earn during an associate degree will transfer smoothly into your chosen bachelor’s program.
What advice do successful online transfer students offer to newcomers?
Being proactive is the key to transfer success. As online business management student Mariah Gerber shares, “My advice to future transfer students is to ask questions and take initiative. Your education is yours, and everyone is willing to help, but you’re fully in control of what that help looks like.”
Ready to transfer? Boise State Online makes it easy
Boise State University’s online programs have created a seamless pathway for transfer students to complete their degrees. With a focus on personalized support, flexible learning options and a commitment to student success, we are setting new standards for transfer student education in the digital age. Take the next step and see how easy it is to transfer to Boise State Online. Your future starts here.
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*Data sourced from 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 academic year enrollment