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Why Transfer to Belmont?

Discover your purpose and prepare to make an impact. Transferring to Belmont positions you to shape your future – and change the world.

When you transfer to Belmont from another college or university, you join a purposeful community of people who aspire to change the world for the better. Here are just a few of the reasons why Belmont is one of the top transfer destinations among private colleges in Tennessee:

A Transfer-Friendly Attitude

As a Belmont University transfer student, you’ll fit right in. Each year, nearly 465 students transfer to Belmont from college and universities across the country and around the world. In our welcoming community, you’ll feel a sense of belonging and connection.

Stellar Academic Programs

From health care and marketing to architecture and music, our 130-plus undergraduate programs will prepare you for the career of your dreams. You’ll learn in small classes with expert faculty whose top priority is empowering you to reach your goals.

Ideal Location

Nashville is one of the top job markets in the country, giving you easy access to internships, industry leaders, immersive learning experiences and some of today’s hottest careers. It’s also a great place to live, combining Southern hospitality with world-class culture and entertainment.

Transformative Experience

At Belmont, you’ll build the knowledge and connections you need to thrive in any profession you choose. But you’ll also explore your purpose and discover who you want to become. Inspired by your classmates and professors, you’ll prepare to become an agent of hope and transformation.

Transferring to Belmont

By the Numbers

72%
Transfer students are from out of state
465
Students who transferred to Belmont in 2023
39
States where transfer students come from
89%
of classes have fewer than 30 students
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Will My Courses Transfer?

Find out how many credits you’re likely to get from the courses you’ve already taken.

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We’d love to tell you more about why students transfer to Belmont. Get in touch, schedule a visit or start your application today.