How many credits can I transfer?
Beginning in Fall 2006, you can transfer up to 42 credits of studio art and up to 7 academic classes from an accredited institution. You must have earned a C- or better in order for the credits to transfer. Transfer credits cannot be applied to the Post-Baccalaureate and graduate degree programs.

When will I receive notification of my transfer credit?
Accepted students will be mailed a preliminary transfer credit review shortly after receiving their decision letter.

Can I live in the dorm?
As a transfer student, you are considered a first-time student and can, therefore, apply to live in the Artist’s Residence Hall. Since on-campus housing is not guaranteed, and the majority of our students do live off-campus, our Student Affairs Office hosts housing assistance days to help both new and returning students meet potential roommates, hear presentations about what it's like to live in Boston, talk to real estate agents, and see a slide show of neighborhoods near the Museum School. Our Student Affairs Office also publishes a bi-weekly list of housing opportunities with current room, apartment, and roommate listings. Housing packets with information on residence and off-campus housing are sent to first time students upon acceptance to the School. To request information or an application form for residence housing, please contact Student Affairs at 617-369-4041 or studentaffairs@smfa.edu. More about residential life…

Can I apply for a Merit Scholarship?
Yes, transfer students are eligible to receive a Merit Scholarship. All undergraduate applications that are complete and received in the Admissions Office by March 1 are automatically considered for a Merit Scholarship. More…

Do you require SAT/ACT scores or high school transcripts from transfer students?
Transfer students are required to submit SAT/ACT scores unless they have completed two full years of college at the time of their application. High school transcripts are required, unless the student has already received a 2-year or a 4-year undergraduate degree.

Where can I go to find an internship, a job, or career assistance?
The Artist’s Resource Center (ARC) is dedicated to assisting you with your career development at the SMFA and beyond. ARC’s services are available to both current students and to Museum School alumni. ARC offers an extensive variety of programs and resources, including:

• One-on-one career advising sessions, including résumé and proposal writing assistance
• Internships for studio credit, including help in securing an internship and support and guidance throughout
• In-office employment/internship listings and resource publications (grants, residencies, exhibition opportunities and more)
• artSource, a free online index of arts-related employment, internships, grants, residencies, exhibitions, public art commissions, and community resources 
• Professional development workshops