Transfer or Readmission Student - Northwestern State University of Louisiana

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Transfer to NSU: Your Journey Continues Here

At Northwestern State University, we believe your journey matters—whether you’re transferring from a two-year or four-year college, returning to finish what you started, or looking for the right fit to advance your future. NSU is ready to help you build a career-ready education that’s affordable, flexible, and full of opportunity.

Join a vibrant, supportive community where your goals come first. We accept transfer students for Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters—and we’re excited to help you make your next move.

Online Application

Complete the online application for admission.

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Complete the online application for admission.

Online Application Office of Admissions

Submit official test scores (ACT/SAT)

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Submit official ACT and/or SAT scores if Math or English have not been taken.

🟣 NSU School ACT Code: 1600

🟠 NSU School SAT Code: 6492

Submit your official high school transcripts

Submit your official high school transcripts if transferring with less than 18 hours.

Submit your official college transcripts

Submit your official college transcripts from all previous institutions.

Submit your immunization records

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Immunization Form

Please complete the compliance form if records are available. Compliance forms can be printed and filled out by hand and faxed to 318-357-4660 or emailed to the admissions office using the email address of applications@nsula.edu. Please email or fax proof of immunization records from your Physician or Care Provider as well.

Please complete the waiver if records are not available, if taking all online classes only, etc. This form can be completed digitally and emailed to the admissions office using the email address of
applications@nsula.edu. Waivers can also be printed and filled out by hand and faxed to 318-357-4660.

Louisiana Law (R.S. 17:170.1 Schools of Higher Learning) requires all students entering Northwestern State University to be immunized for the following: Measles (2 doses), Mumps, Rubella—required for those born on or after January 1, 1957; Tetanus-Diphtheria (within the past 10 years); and against Meningococcal disease (Meningitis). The guidelines presented on the back of the “Proof of Immunization Compliance Form” are for the purpose of implementing the requirements of Louisiana R.S. 17:170.1, and of meeting the established recommendations for control of vaccine-preventable diseases as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP); the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to the United States Public Health Service (ACIP); and the American College Health Association (ACHA). Students not meeting the MMR & TD requirement will be prevented from registering for subsequent semesters.