Congratulations on your transfer and acceptance to Adelphi University! We’re thrilled to welcome you as a Panther.
It’s time to get excited about planning your Adelphi experience. Here are some resources and suggested next steps specific to incoming transfer students for you and your family as you get started.
Your Next Steps
As you’re finalizing your enrollment decision, get all the information you need for a seamless transition to Adelphi University.
Once accepted, you will receive a preliminary transfer credit evaluation outlining the credits that the University has accepted and how they will transfer at Adelphi. It will show how your credits apply to your PATH: General Education requirements and major.
For a full breakdown of our transfer policies—including credit limits and transfer articulation agreements—visit our comprehensive guide to transfer credits.
Complete your FAFSA® and review your aid package if you haven’t already. Contact the One-Stop Student Services Center with any questions.
Be sure to review our step-by-step guide, which will to walk you through everything you need to know about financial aid before your semester begins.
Make It Official!
Accepted as a transfer student and ready to take the next step? Secure your spot at Adelphi by submitting your deposit by the deadline in your admission letter. This will allow you to:
- Officially become part of the Adelphi community
- Receive your Adelphi email and eCampus credentials
- Meet with an academic advisor about course registration and transfer credits.
- Gain access to the housing application
Become a part of our community, meet your future classmates, and receive personal admission counseling on your next steps. Join us for our upcoming accepted student events.
After You’ve Deposited
After your deposit is processed (up to 5 business days), you’ll receive an email to activate your eCampus account with a unique one-time use link. This gives you access to:
- Class registration
- Your Adelphi Gmail
- Financial aid bill payment
- Campus systems and resources
Not sure of your new student ID? You can look up your Adelphi student ID.
Start planning your new academic schedule today! We encourage all transfer students to review the PATH: General Education requirements in advance.
Meet with an academic advisor:
- To choose your courses, schedule an advising session with the Office of Academic Services and Retention at 516.877.3150 or oasr@adelphi.edu.
- If you’ve been admitted to the Learning Resource Program for language-based learning disabilities and/or ADHD, you can work with a learning specialist to create a personalized schedule. Email lrp@adelphi.edu to schedule an appointment.
- Neurodiverse students interested in joining the Bridges to Adelphi Program can receive academic advising support by contacting bridges@adelphi.edu.
Make the most of your Adelphi experience by living on campus. Our residence halls offer built-in support, convenience and a strong sense of community. You can even live with students who share your interests in one of our Residential Communities.
Learn how to apply for housing and see key deadlines.
- If you’re enrolled in 6 or more credits, you must submit the Complete Health History and Physical Examination form to the Health Portal located in eCampus or email your completed form to Health Services at healthservicescenter@adelphi.edu.
- Please be advised that the mandatory immunization requirements for Measles, Mumps, and Rubella and Meningococcal Disease (Meningitis) must be met before the first day of classes for each semester!
- Make sure you meet Adelphi University’s health insurance requirements. Comprehensive health coverage is automatically provided to residential and international students to meet New York state and Affordable Care Act (ACA) requirements.
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Parent and Family Resources
As your student joins the Adelphi community and moves through their academic experience, we’re here to support you with helpful resources, guidance, and connections tailored for parents and families.
Your Aid and Payment Guide