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Requirements While Abroad

• What are the minimum GPA and credit requirements to successfully transfer to Â鶹´«Ã½?
  2.25 minimum GPA & 12 credit hours.
• What happens if I don’t meet the minimum credit or GPA requirement?
  You must meet the minimum GPA and credit requirements for your anticipated academic program to be admitted to Â鶹´«Ã½.
• Will withdrawing from a course after add-drop (W on transcript) affect my pathway as long as I remain above the credit minimum?
  No, as long as you stay above the credit minimum and maintain the minimum GPA requirement.

Â鶹´«Ã½ Admissions Information

• When will I receive my formal admission offer to Â鶹´«Ã½?
  Verto onsite staff will work one-on-one with you to submit your Verto Direct Transfer Pathway application to Â鶹´«Ã½. We will review your application, confirm that you've met our eligibility criteria and render your formal admission decision 4-6 weeks after your application was submitted.
• What are the deposit and commitment requirements for Â鶹´«Ã½ (apart from the $500 Verto deposit)?
  You must confirm your intention to attend Â鶹´«Ã½ by registering for Transfer Orientation. If you complete 12 or more credits through the Global Direct Transfer Pathway, you will not need to submit an admission deposit.
• Is there a deadline to enroll at Â鶹´«Ã½?
  You must register and attend a Transfer Orientation session, and register for classes for the term to which you were admitted, prior to the first day of classes..
• Can I study abroad with Verto for a year and then go to Â鶹´«Ã½ the following fall? If yes, what action do I need to take to ensure I maintain my admission offer?
  Yes. If you decide to study abroad with Verto for a year, you will need to contact the Â鶹´«Ã½ Office of Admissions to update your intended term of attendance. You will only need to complete your Verto Global Direct Transfer Pathway application once, during your final Verto semester.
• When do I register for orientation?
  Check the Â鶹´«Ã½ orientation webpage for up-to-date information.
• When will I choose my classes? What does that process entail?
  You cannot register for classes until after you have attended Transfer Orientation. Although not required, it is strongly recommended that you meet with a Â鶹´«Ã½ academic advisor prior to attending Transfer Orientation so that you can already have your classes planned out and to ensure a smooth class registration process.
• Do I need to submit my midterm or final grades to Â鶹´«Ã½?
  As part of your Verto Global Direct Transfer Pathway application to Â鶹´«Ã½, Verto will provide mid-semester progress reports showing your in-progress courses and grades. Additionally, you must request that final grades be sent directly from the University of New Haven, Verto's academic provider, to Â鶹´«Ã½ after completing your semester with Verto.
• When should I reserve my housing? What does that process entail? Is it possible to request my roommate?

  It is important that you submit a Â鶹´«Ã½ housing contract as early as possible, as demand could be high.

  Once you have submitted a Â鶹´«Ã½ housing contract, monitor your Â鶹´«Ã½ email account for specific information and timelines associated with the online room selection process, move-in appointment scheduling and other relevant information.

  You have the option to request your roommate(s) or have your roommate(s) randomly assigned.

• Who should I contact if I decide I no longer want to attend Â鶹´«Ã½ after this program?
  You should email admissions@unf.edu to notify the Â鶹´«Ã½ Office of Admissions that you do not plan to attend and to have your admission application canceled.

Â鶹´«Ã½ Financial Aid and Scholarships

• When should I expect to receive my Financial Aid Package from Â鶹´«Ã½?
  To be considered for financial aid, you must be formally admitted to Â鶹´«Ã½ and have a FAFSA on file for the appropriate financial aid year. Your financial award package and all email notifications will be sent to the your Â鶹´«Ã½ email account with instructions on next steps.
• What are the financial aid and scholarship options as well as any associated deadlines?

  Out-of-state students with a qualifying GPA will be eligible for a Reduced Tuition Waiver.

  In-state students entering Â鶹´«Ã½ after completing Osprey Global Launch are not eligible for scholarships offered by the Â鶹´«Ã½ Office of Admissions; however, students can apply for scholarships throughout their time at Â鶹´«Ã½. A list of scholarship resources is available on the Â鶹´«Ã½ Scholarships webpage.

• Will I automatically be considered for scholarships or are there ones that I should apply to specifically?
  Out-of-state students will automatically be considered for a Reduced Tuition Waiver.

Academics

• What grade must I earn for my courses to transfer?
  A minimum grade of a “D” or higher is required for course transferability. However, a higher grade may be required for certain program or academic major requirements.
• How will participating in this program affect my degree plan? Will I be advised based on Â鶹´«Ã½'s degree plan?
  All Verto Education courses typically map towards general education or elective class requirements, with some courses mapping directly to a degree program. We encourage you to schedule a meeting with First-Year Advising to ensure your courses align with your program at Â鶹´«Ã½. Schedule an appointment with First-Year Advising by emailing fya@unf.edu to discuss your intended Global Direct Transfer Pathway courses.
• Which majors or programs are not applicable or will have different requirements/expectations?

  If you have applied to a specialized or selective admission program at Â鶹´«Ã½, please note that as a lower-level transfer student, you may not be admitted directly into your program of choice. Admission to these programs will happen when you reach upper-level status (earn 60+ credit hours).

  Some programs may require a grade higher than a "D" to meet prerequisites.

  More information about Â鶹´«Ã½'s selective and specialized admission programs can be found on the Â鶹´«Ã½ Transfer Admissions webpage.

• If my major/program has different requirements or expectations that I am not able to fulfill with Verto, what are the ramifications?
  If a program requires a grade higher than a “D” and you do not meet that requirement, you will have to retake the class at Â鶹´«Ã½ at your own expense.
• How will the courses I take abroad transfer back to Â鶹´«Ã½?
  You can view the full list of .
• Can I take courses while abroad with Verto that are not transferable to Â鶹´«Ã½?
  Verto works with all partners to articulate courses in a timely manner. However, there may be delays or new additions pending articulation at the time students register for classes. You have access to enroll in any courses pending articulation at the time of registration and add/drop. There are no guarantees courses with pending articulations will be approved for transferability at the partner school. Enrollment in these courses is at your discretion.

Other Questions

• How do I get invited?
  Referral to the program is sent by email or is included in your decision letter.
• What if I am interested but didn't get invited?
  You can contact the Office of Admissions to discuss your options at admissions@unf.edu.
• What if I have other questions?

  For information/questions about the Global Launch program, select one of the links above the FAQs section. 

  For questions related to your Â鶹´«Ã½ admission decision, you can email the Office of Admissions at admissions@unf.edu.