Direct Transfer:
Your pathway to Belmont University
SCHOOL TYPE: Private LOCATION: Nashville, TN SIZE: Medium PARTNER TYPE: Direct Transfer

We are thrilled to extend an admission offer to Verto participants who meet our outlined eligibility requirements. This unique opportunity provides a global, transformative learning experience designed to help you begin your college journey on a high note. The curriculum encourages both personal growth and academic achievement, setting the stage for success at the Belmont campus.

2.5 GPA 12 Credits 1 Semester
*All eligibility requirements listed below
Apply to Verto
to begin your pathway to Belmont University
How does the Direct
Transfer Pathway
work?

Apply to Verto to begin your pathway to Belmont University.

Review Belmont University's full eligibility requirements for guaranteed admission and set academic goals for your experience abroad.

Embark on your Verto abroad experience and work with staff on-site to submit your free Verto Partner Application to Belmont University.

Arrive on campus at Belmont University with a deeper global perspective and skill set that will serve you as a student and well into your future.

*Admission only guaranteed if the respective school has capacity and/or program/major availability.
Some schools or majors may have additional eligibility or application requirements. Students must maintain good conduct and meet the college's admissions requirements.

After Verto, Your Next Stop is Belmont University

Located two miles from downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University comprises nearly 9,000 students from every state and 33 countries. Nationally ranked and consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report for innovation in higher education, the University offers more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29 master’s programs, and eight doctoral degrees. With a focus on whole-person formation and data-informed social innovation, Belmont is committed to forming diverse leaders of character equipped to solve the world’s complex problems

"Belmont University decided to partner with Verto as a Direct Transfer Partner to provide students a seamless path to continue their global educational experiences while ensuring a smooth transfer into Belmont’s unique academic programs. We also believe in removing obstacles in our admission process, and what better way than to offer Direct Transfer Admission to participants in an outstanding program. "
-Renease Perkins, Assistant Director of Admissions
Belmont Students Are:
Purposeful
Innovative
Dedicated
9,000
student body
12:1
student to faculty ratio
97%
of graduates are employed, pursuing continuing education or enlisted in military within six months of graduation
No. 21
for Undergraduate Teaching by U.S. News & World Report
No. 11

on Architectural Digest’s list of the Prettiest College Campuses in America

ACADEMICS

Belmont University offers a wide range of undergraduate majors for transfer students, including programs in liberal arts, business, music, entertainment, and healthcare. With over 130 areas of study, we are committed to providing pathways for students to pursue diverse academic and professional interests.

Unique majors include: 

    • Music Business
    • Entrepreneurship 
    • Data Science
    • Media & Entertainment Industries 
    • Architecture
TRANSFER STUDENT SUPPORT

When you transfer to Belmont you join a purposeful community of people who aspire to change the world for the better. You’ll quickly see why Belmont is one of the top transfer destinations among private colleges in Tennessee. 

As a Belmont University transfer student, you’ll fit right in. Each year, more than 400 students transfer to Belmont from colleges and universities across the country and around the world. In our welcoming community, you’ll feel a sense of belonging and connection.

FINANCES

At Belmont, 87% of undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid.

The amount of financial aid awarded each year makes a Belmont education accessible and a valuable return on investment. We distribute comprehensive aid packages made up of a combination of need-based and merit-based aid. 

Additional information about financial aid and transfer scholarships can be found here.

STUDENT LIFE

Student Organizations: Belmont University offers more than 200 student organizations, including clubs for academic, cultural, service, and recreational interests. From Student Government to Fraternity and Sorority Life and professional societies, students can find opportunities for leadership and involvement. Learn more about student organizations at Belmont.

Housing: Belmont University offers on- and off-campus housing options and resources for transfer students, but housing is not guaranteed.

Study Abroad: Belmont University provides a range of study abroad programs that span all academic disciplines and global locations. With a strong emphasis on immersive experiences, Verto participants who transfer to Belmont will already have one study abroad experience and can further expand their global education through additional programs. Explore study abroad opportunities at Belmont.

To earn guaranteed admission to Belmont University through the Direct Transfer Pathway, during your time with Verto you will need:

  • 2.5 GPA
  • Minimum 12 credits

Nursing is not eligible for the Direct Transfer Pathway. Students interested in pursuing nursing at Belmont should apply directly for holistic review. Please note that Nursing is a fall-start only major at belmont.

Yes! Belmont University welcomes both fall and spring transfers from Verto. 

While you won’t be eligible for the guarantee, we still encourage you to work with your Verto Care Team to prepare and submit a Verto Partner Application for holistic review.

You are still eligible for the Direct Transfer guarantee to Belmont! The minimum GPA requirement is cumulative of all college transcripts.

Yes, you are still eligible for the Direct Transfer Guarantee.

While you won’t be eligible for the guarantee, we still encourage you to work with your Verto Care Team to prepare and submit a Verto Partner Application for holistic review.

If you have questions around the application process, work with your Verto Care Team. If you have Belmont-specific questions, you can connect with Renease Perkins, Assistant Director of Admissions.

Once you arrive at your Verto location, you can begin working with Verto staff to prepare your application to Belmont. Applications are typically sent following mid-terms, so your mid-term report can demonstrate your progress towards Direct Transfer eligibility.

  • College Essay
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Final HS Transcript
  • Mid-term Report
  • Official college transcripts if applicable

You will need to work with Verto staff during your additional semester to reapply to Belmont.

You can expect to have continued communication with Renease Perkins and an admissions decision within 7-10 business days after the application file is complete.

Belmont University decided to partner with Verto as a Direct Transfer Partner to provide students a seamless path to continue their global educational experiences while ensuring a smooth transfer into Belmont’s unique academic programs.
Renease Perkins
Assistant Director of Admissions
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