Ready to Start
Your Pathway to Ursinus College?
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 on the Ursinus campus.
2.5+ GPA
12+ Credits
1+ Semester(s)
*All eligibility requirements listed below
How does the
Direct
Transfer Pathway work?
Transfer Pathway work?
Apply to Verto to begin your pathway to Ursinus College.
Review Ursinus College'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 Direct Transfer Application to Ursinus College.
Arrive on campus at Ursinus College 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.
Did You Know?
Courses you’ll take on a semester with Verto have already been reviewed by Ursinus.
Ursinus College is a selective, independent, coeducational liberal arts college in suburban Philadelphia offering undergraduate students a personalized, rigorous education that prepares nimble, creative forward-thinking leaders leads to lives of professional achievement and purpose.
We’ve got a curriculum based on curiosity, wonder, and asking bold questions—but now, with APEX at the core, we’re taking learning a step further. APEX—our Applied, Professional, and Experiential learning curriculum—puts hands-on learning front and center. Whether it’s through internships, research, creative projects, or real-world problem-solving, APEX ensures that what you learn in the classroom connects meaningfully to life beyond it. At Ursinus, we believe questions matter just as much as answers. Not just the ones on tests, but the ones that push you to reflect, explore, and take action. With APEX, you don’t just ask these questions—you live them. Because here, learning isn’t just about what you know. It’s about what you do with it.
"At Ursinus, we’re committed to preparing students to thrive in an ever-evolving world. We value the unique perspectives that come from different backgrounds and believe they play a key role in building an inclusive community and fostering deep learning and career readiness. Through Verto, students can gain meaningful global experiences that not only shape their personal growth but also add to the richness of our campus as a whole."
-Lauren Sciocchetti, Assistant Vice President for Admission, Ursinus College
Ursinus Students Are:
Dynamic
Creative
Leaders
1,500
student body
9:1
student to faculty ratio
Top 6%
of all colleges and universities for return on investment according to the Georgetown Center of Education and the Workforce
1 of 46
Colleges That Change Lives
Ursinus is also the Top College for Making New Grads Rich according to the Wall Street Journal, and boasts a 97% post-graduate placement within six months of graduating.
ACADEMICS
Ursinus College offers more than 60 academic majors, providing students with a diverse range of fields to explore. Among the top five most declared majors are:
- Business Economics
- Biology
- Health Science
- Psychology
- Media & Communication Studies
UC’s strong academic programs contribute to its impressive post-graduation outcomes, with 97% of graduates either employed, attending graduate or professional school full time, completing a fellowship, or participating in a year of service within six months of graduation.
FINANCES
Ursinus College is committed to supporting transfer students through a variety of financial aid options, including the Transfer Ursinus Scholarship, which offers up to $30,000 per year based on eligibility.
In addition to merit-based scholarships, transfer students are also considered for need-based aid through the FAFSA and the Ursinus Grant. The Office of Financial Aid provides personalized support to ensure that each student can explore all available funding opportunities to make their education more affordable.
Ursinus College’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) code is 003385.
TRANSFER STUDENT SUPPORT
Ursinus College is dedicated to ensuring a smooth transition for transfer students. Each incoming transfer student is paired with an academic adviser from their major department, who assists with course registration and connects them to campus resources.
The Office of Admissions offers daily visits, including information sessions and tours, as well as virtual visit options. With personalized support and a focus on academic and campus engagement, Ursinus helps transfer students feel welcomed and integrated into the community.
STUDENT LIFE
Ursinus offers nearly 100 clubs and organizations for student involvement, including Greek life, cultural affinity groups, and visual and performing arts organizations.
Ursinus offers a range of housing options, from traditional residence halls to unique Victorian-style homes in the Residential Village.
Ursinus offers a plethora of study abroad opportunities, both faculty-led and exchange programs at international universities. Study abroad opportunities are available on every continent, except Antarctica.
To earn guaranteed admission to UC through the Direct Transfer Pathway, during your time with Verto you will need:
- 2.5+ GPA
- 12+ credits
All programs offered by Ursinus are included in the Direct Transfer pathway.
Yes! Ursinus 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 Direct Transfer Application for holistic review.
You are still eligible for the Direct Transfer guarantee to Ursinus! The 2.5 GPA requirement is cumulative of all college transcripts.
Yes, students may complete 1, 2, or 3 semesters abroad with Verto and qualify for the Direct Transfer Pathway to Ursinus.
Yes, you would still be eligible for the Direct Transfer guarantee!
Home schooled students are required to provide detailed information about the depth of their curriculum. Students with a GED must provide a copy of their GED transcript.
Yes, international students are eligible for the Direct Transfer Pathway.
If you have questions around the application process, work with your Verto Care Team. If you have Ursinus-specific questions, you can connect with Justin Sillner, Senior Associate Director of Admission.
Once you arrive at your Verto location, you can begin working with Verto staff to prepare your application to Ursinus. Applications are typically sent following mid-terms, so your mid-term report can demonstrate your progress toward Direct Transfer eligibility.
The following documents will need to be included in your Verto Direct Transfer Application packet to Ursinus:
- Verto to provide from their records:
- Final High School Transcript
- Mid-term Report for your current Verto semester
- Unofficial University of New Haven final transcript for any prior Verto semesters
- Student to submit to Verto for inclusion:
- Unofficial college transcripts from any pre-Verto college coursework, if applicable
Connect with your Verto Care team.
Once your Verto Direct Transfer Application is received by Ursinus, you will be notified that we have received your application and be directed to set up your applicant portal.
Ursinus is a place where your curiosity and experiences really matter. Verto students bring such a unique perspective — you’ve already shown a passion for learning through your time abroad, and that energy makes our campus even stronger. Here, you’ll find small classes, close faculty connections, and a community that’s excited to learn from you just as much as you’ll learn from us. We’d love to see your application and help you continue your journey here at Ursinus!
Justin Sillner
Senior Associate Director of Admission, Ursinus College
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