Explore your transfer opportunities at Ringling College
With approximately 1,500 undergraduate students and a diverse range of degree programs, Ringling College stands as Florida’s only institution dedicated exclusively to art and design education. Our nationally and internationally ranked programs attract creative talent from across the globe, creating a vibrant community of artists who learn from industry-leading faculty.
Whether you are coming from another AICAD institution, an Art Institute, or have completed one or two years of a qualifying AA degree program, you are welcome here. All transfer students will be given special consideration for transfer credits, including core studio courses, and we are committed to helping you continue on your current graduation trajectory.
Admission Requirements for Transfer Students
Everything you need to apply—from transcripts and portfolio submission to how your previous credits count toward your Ringling degree.
Everything you need to apply—from transcripts and portfolio submission to how your previous credits count toward your Ringling degree.
Explore Transfer Requirements
Scholarships and Financial Aid
All transfer students may be eligible to receive financial aid awards by submitting their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to Ringling College. Include Ringling College’s FAFSA code of 012574 at www.studentaid.gov or reach out to our Office for Financial Aid at finaid@ringling.edu for more information.
Information about Financial Aid
Explore our 13 creative disciplines—11 BFA programs and two BA programs—to find your place on a campus designed for cultivating your creativity.
*These majors are particularly transfer-friendly. Get in touch with our Admissions Office to discuss your opportunities: admissions@ringling.edu
Transfer-friendly majors
Questions? Email
admissions@ringling.edu
Take a tour
There are multiple ways to visit us at Ringling College. If you plan a visit to us in person, you can reserve a spot on our Monday-Saturday campus tours.
Get virtual
Can’t make it in person? Take a virtual tour. Explore our beautiful grounds, residence halls and apartments, educational facilities, and makerspaces, and even take a virtual walk around the culturally-rich city of Sarasota.
Connect
We are here to help! Feel free to call 941-309-0195 or email us at admissions@ringling.edu.
Office of Admissions
We’re here to help!
Our admissions counselors are formally trained to help applicants navigate the admissions process and develop their portfolios.
Schedule a video appointment to get your art portfolio reviewed.
Apply now through the Common App.
Track your application status via our online portal.
