Universities with Guaranteed Transfer Agreements
The American University of Paris offers guaranteed transfer admission to students from a number of partner colleges and universities who meet the required academic criteria. By completing specific courses at our partner institutions before transferring to AUP, students can be guaranteed the opportunity to earn their bachelor’s degree in Paris in as few as four additional semesters or two years. AUP has developed “articulation agreements” with each of the partner schools below. Please also bear in mind that due to federal regulations, students looking to finance their education through loans will only be eligible for private loans, and not for federal Stafford and PLUS loans.
Click on your college or university below to find out more about how you can receive a guaranteed transfer offer:
California
Guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris from College of Marin
If you meet the minimum criteria listed below, you are guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris. If you do not meet the requirements, you may still apply through the standard transfer application process.
- You will receive IGETC certification by the time you transfer to AUP
- You will have at least 50 UC/CSU transferable semester credits (equivalent 75 quarter units) at College of Marin by the time you transfer to AUP
- Your cumulative UC/CSU grade point average (GPA) from College of Marin is equal or superior to 3.0 (“B”)
- You are in good academic and disciplinary standing at College of Marin
If you meet the criteria, apply for guaranteed admission now!
Guaranteed two-years to earn your BA/BSc from AUP
If you are planning to pursue one of the following majors, you may be eligible to receive a guarantee to earn your bachelor’s degree from AUP in as few as four additional semesters (two years).
- Art History
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science with ICT Track
- Entrepreneurship
- Film Studies
- History
- International Business Administration
- International and Comparative Politics
- International Economics
- International Finance
- Literary Studies and Creative Arts
- Psychology
Be sure to refer to the College of Marin major prep list [xlsx] while completing the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] so that we can successfully validate your eligibility for this program when you apply.
How to apply for guaranteed admission
After verifying that you meet the minimum requirements for guaranteed admission, please complete and submit the following information:
- Complete our short online application form for undergraduate transfer students – articulation agreement and upload transcripts of all previous college level courses.
- Submit the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] (using the College of Marin major prep list [xlsx]) completed by you and validated by the College of Marin transfer advisor. The transfer requirement audit form should be emailed to your AUP admissions counselor, and will be used to evaluate your eligibility for guaranteed graduation in as few as four semesters (2 years) as well as to verify your current academic status.
- Email your IGETC certification, when completed, to your AUP admissions counselor.
- Submit official final transcripts of any coursework in progress, as soon as they become available, to: The American University of Paris | Admissions Office | 5 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris France.
Guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris from Diablo Valley College
If you meet the minimum criteria listed below, you are guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris. If you do not meet the requirements, you may still apply through the standard transfer application process.
- You will receive IGETC certification by the time you transfer to AUP
- You will have at least 50 UC/CSU transferable semester credits (equivalent 75 quarter units) at Diablo Valley College by the time you transfer to AUP
- Your cumulative UC/CSU grade point average (GPA) from Diablo Valley College is equal or superior to 3.0 (“B”)
- You are in good academic and disciplinary standing at Diablo Valley College
If you meet the criteria, apply for guaranteed admission now!
Guaranteed two-years to earn your BA/BSc from AUP
If you are planning to pursue one of the following majors, you may be eligible to receive a guarantee to earn your bachelor’s degree from AUP in as few as four additional semesters (two years).
- Art History
- Art History with a Visual Culture Track
- Computer science with ICT Track
- Comparative Literature
- Entrepreneurship
- Film Studies
- Global Communication
- History
- International Business Administration
- International and Comparative Politics
- International Economics
- International Finance
- Literary Studies and Creative Arts
- Psychology
Be sure to refer to the Diablo Valley College major prep list [xlsx] while completing the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] so that we can successfully validate your eligibility for this program when you apply.
How to apply for guaranteed admission
After verifying that you meet the minimum requirements for guaranteed admission, please complete and submit the following information:
- Complete our short online application form for undergraduate transfer students – articulation agreement and upload transcripts of all previous college level courses.
- Submit the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] (using the Diablo Valley College major prep list [xlsx] completed by you and validated by the Diablo Valley College transfer center counselor. The transfer requirement audit form should be emailed to your AUP admissions counselor, and will be used to evaluate your eligibility for guaranteed graduation in as few as four semesters (2 years) as well as to verify your current academic status.
- Email your IGETC certification, when completed, to your AUP admissions counselor.
- Submit official final transcripts of all college level courses taken, as soon as they become available, to: The American University of Paris | Admissions Office | 5 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris France.
Guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris from Foothill College
If you meet the minimum criteria listed below, you are guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris. If you do not meet the requirements, you may still apply through the standard transfer application process.
- You will receive IGETC certification by the time you transfer to AUP
- You will have at least 50 UC/CSU transferable semester credits (equivalent 75 quarter units) at Foothill College by the time you transfer to AUP
- Your cumulative UC/CSU grade point average (GPA) from Foothill College is equal or superior to 3.0 (“B”)
- You are in good academic and disciplinary standing at Foothill College
If you meet the criteria, apply for guaranteed admission now!
Guaranteed two-years to earn your BA/BSc from AUP
If you are planning to pursue one of the following majors, you may be eligible to receive a guarantee to earn your bachelor’s degree from AUP in as few as four additional semesters (two years).
- Art History
- Art History with a Visual Culture Track
- Computer science with ICT Track
- Entrepreneurship
- Film Studies
- History
- International Business Administration
- International and Comparative Politics
- International Economics
- International Finance
- Psychology
Be sure to refer to the Foothill College major prep list [xlsx] while completing the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] so that we can successfully validate your eligibility for this program when you apply.
How to apply for guaranteed admission
After verifying that you meet the minimum requirements for guaranteed admission, please complete and submit the following information:
- Complete our short online application form for undergraduate transfer students – articulation agreement and upload transcripts of all previous college level courses.
- Submit the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] (using the Foothill College major prep list [xlsx]) completed by you and validated by the Foothill College transfer advisor. The transfer requirement audit form should be emailed to your AUP admissions counselor, and will be used to evaluate your eligibility for guaranteed graduation in as few as four semesters (2 years) as well as to verify your current academic status.
- Email your IGETC certification, when completed, to your AUP admissions counselor.
- Submit official final transcripts of all college level courses taken, as soon as they become available, to: The American University of Paris | Admissions Office | 5 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris France.
Guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris from Los Angeles City College
If you meet the minimum criteria listed below, you are guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris. If you do not meet the requirements, you may still apply through the standard transfer application process.
- You will receive IGETC certification by the time you transfer to AUP
- You will have at least 45 UC/CSU transferable semester credits (equivalent 75 quarter units) at Los Angeles City College by the time you transfer to AUP
- Your cumulative UC/CSU grade point average (GPA) from Los Angeles City College is equal or superior to 3.0 (“B”)
- You are in good academic and disciplinary standing at Los Angeles City College
If you meet the criteria, apply for guaranteed admission now!
Guaranteed two-years to earn your BA/BSc from AUP
If you are planning to pursue one of the following majors, you may be eligible to receive a guarantee to earn your bachelor’s degree from AUP in as few as four additional semesters (two years).
- Art History
- Art History with a Visual Culture Track
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science with ICT Track
- Entrepreneurship
- Film Studies
- Global Communication
- History
- International Business Administration
- International and Comparative Politics
- International Economics
- International Finance
- Literary Studies and Creative Arts
- Psychology
Be sure to refer to the Los Angeles City College major prep list [xlsx] while completing the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] so that we can successfully validate your eligibility for this program when you apply.
How to apply for guaranteed admission
After verifying that you meet the minimum requirements for guaranteed admission, please complete and submit the following information:
- Complete our short online application form for undergraduate transfer students – articulation agreement and upload transcripts of all previous college level courses.
- Submit the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] (using the Los Angeles City College major prep list [xlsx]) completed by you and validated by the Los Angeles City College transfer advisor. The transfer requirement audit form should be emailed to your AUP admissions counselor, and will be used to evaluate your eligibility for guaranteed graduation in as few as four semesters (2 years) as well as to verify your current academic status.
- Email your IGETC certification, when completed, to your AUP admissions counselor.
- Submit official final transcripts of all college level courses taken, as soon as they become available, to: The American University of Paris | Admissions Office | 5 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris France.
Guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris from Mira Costa College
If you meet the minimum criteria listed below, you are guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris. If you do not meet the requirements, you may still apply through the standard transfer application process.
- You will receive IGETC certification by the time you transfer to AUP
- You will have at least 50 UC/CSU transferable semester credits (equivalent 75 quarter units) at Mira Costa College by the time you transfer to AUP
- Your cumulative UC/CSU grade point average (GPA) from Mira Costa College is equal or superior to 3.0 (“B”)
- You are in good academic and disciplinary standing at Mira Costa College
If you meet the criteria apply for guaranteed admission now!
Guaranteed two-years to earn your BA/BSc from AUP
If you are planning to pursue one of the following majors, you may be eligible to receive a guarantee to earn your bachelor’s degree from AUP in as few as four additional semesters (two years).
- Art History
- Art History with a Visual Culture Track
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science with ICT Track
- Entrepreneurship
- Film Studies
- Global Communication
- History
- International Business Administration
- International and Comparative Politics
- International Economics
- International Finance
- Literary Studies and the Creative Arts
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics
- Psychology
Be sure to refer to the Mira Costa College major prep list [xlsx] while completing the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx]so that we can successfully validate your eligibility for this program when you apply.
How to apply for guaranteed admission
After verifying that you meet the minimum requirements for guaranteed admission, please complete and submit the following information:
- Complete our short online application form for undergraduate transfer students – articulation agreement and upload transcripts of all previous college level courses.
- Submit the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] (using the Mira Costa College major prep list [xlsx]) completed by you and validated by the Mira Costa College transfer center advisor. The transfer requirement audit form should be emailed to your AUP admissions counselor, and will be used to evaluate your eligibility for guaranteed graduation in as few as four semesters (2 years) as well as to verify your current academic status.
- Email your IGETC certification, when completed, to your AUP admissions counselor.
- Submit official final transcripts of all college level courses taken, as soon as they become available, to: The American University of Paris | Admissions Office | 5 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris France.
New Jersey
Guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris from Brookdale Community College
If you meet the minimum criteria listed below, you are guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris. If you do not meet the requirements, you may still apply through the standard transfer application process.
- You will receive an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree by the time you transfer to AUP
- Your cumulative transferable credits (100- and 200- level courses) grade point average (GPA) from Brookdale Community College is equal or superior to 3.0 (“B”)
- You are in good academic and disciplinary standing at Brookdale Community College
If you meet the criteria, apply for guaranteed admission now!
Guaranteed two-years to earn your BA/BSc from AUP
If you are planning to pursue one of the following majors, you may be eligible to receive a guarantee to earn your bachelor’s degree from AUP in as few as four additional semesters (two years).
- Art History
- Art History with a Visual Culture Track
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science with ICT Track
- Entrepreneurship
- Global Communication
- History
- International Business Administration
- International and Comparative Politics
- International Economics
- International Finance
- Literary Studies and the Creative Arts
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics
- Psychology
Be sure to refer to the Brookdale Community College major prep list [xlsx] while completing the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] so that we can successfully validate your eligibility for this program when you apply.
How to apply for guaranteed admission
After verifying that you meet the minimum requirements for guaranteed admission, please complete and submit the following information:
- Complete our short online application form for undergraduate transfer students – articulation agreement and upload transcripts of all previous college level courses.
- Submit official final transcripts of all college level courses, as soon as they become available to: The American University of Paris | Admissions Office | 5 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris France.
- Email the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] (using the Brookdale Community College major prep list [xlsx]), completed by you and validated by the Brookdale Community College transfer center counselor. The transfer requirement audit form should be emailed to your AUP admissions counselor, and will be used to evaluate your eligibility for guaranteed graduation in as few as four semesters (2 years) as well as to verify your current academic status.
Guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris from Mercer County Community College
If you meet the minimum criteria listed below, you are guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris. If you do not meet the requirements, you may still apply through the standard transfer application process.
- You will receive an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree by the time you transfer to AUP
- Your cumulative transferable credits (100- and 200- level courses) grade point average (GPA) is equal or superior to 3.0 (“B”)
- You are in good disciplinary standing at Mercer County Community College
If you meet the criteria, apply for guaranteed admission now!
Guaranteed two-years to earn your BA/BSc from AUP
If you are planning to pursue one of the following majors, you may be eligible to receive a guarantee to earn your bachelor’s degree from AUP in as few as four additional semesters (two years).
- Art History
- Art History with a Visual Culture Track
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science
- Entrepreneurship
- Film Studies
- Global Communication
- History
- International Business Administration
- International Economics
- International Finance
- Literary Studies and the Creative Arts
- Psychology
Be sure to refer to the Mercer County Community College major prep list [xlsx] while completing the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] so that we can successfully validate your eligibility for this program when you apply.
How to apply for guaranteed admission
After verifying that you meet the minimum requirements for guaranteed admission, please complete and submit the following information:
- Complete our short online application form for undergraduate transfer students – articulation agreement and upload transcripts of all previous college level courses.
- Submit the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] (using the Mercer County Community College major prep list [xlsx]) completed by you and validated by your transfer center counselor, articulation officer, or other appropriate school authority. The transfer requirement audit form should be sent to your AUP admissions counselor, and will be used to evaluate your eligibility for guaranteed graduation in as few as four semesters (2 years). You may submit it either before or after your admission has been processed.
- Submit official final transcripts of all college level courses taken, as soon as they become available, to: The American University of Paris | Admissions Office | 5 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris France.
Guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris from Raritan Valley Community College
If you meet the minimum criteria listed below, you are guaranteed admission to The American University of Paris. If you do not meet the requirements, you may still apply through the standard transfer application process.
- You will receive an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree by the time you transfer to AUP
- Your cumulative transferable credits (100- and 200- level courses) grade point average (GPA) from Raritan Valley Community College is equal or superior to 3.0 (“B”)
- You are in good academic and disciplinary standing at Raritan Valley Community College
If you meet the criteria apply for guaranteed admission now!
Guaranteed two-years to earn your BA/BSc from AUP
If you are planning to pursue one of the following majors, you may be eligible to receive a guarantee to earn your bachelor’s degree from AUP in as few as four additional semesters (two years).
- Art History
- Art History with a Visual Culture Track
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science
- Entrepreneurship
- Film Studies
- Global Communication
- History
- International Business Administration
- International Economics
- International Finance
- Literary Studies and the Creative Arts
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics
- Psychology
Be sure to refer to the Raritan Valley Community College major prep list [xlsx] while completing the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] so that we can successfully validate your eligibility for this program when you apply.
How to apply for guaranteed admission
After verifying that you meet the minimum requirements for guaranteed admission, please complete and submit the following information:
- Complete our short online application form for undergraduate transfer students – articulation agreement and upload transcripts of all previous college level courses.
- Submit the transfer requirement audit form [xlsx] (using the Raritan Valley Community College major prep list [xlsx]) completed by you and validated by your transfer center counselor, articulation officer, or other appropriate school authority. The transfer requirement audit form should be sent to your AUP admissions counselor, and will be used to evaluate your eligibility for guaranteed graduation in as few as four semesters (2 years). It may be sent in either before or after your admission is validated.
- Submit official final transcripts of all college level courses taken, as soon as they become available, to: The American University of Paris | Admissions Office | 5 boulevard de la Tour Maubourg, 75007 Paris France.
Financial Aid Information
In order to be eligible for institutional financial aid at The American University of Paris, you will need to fill out the FAFSA and AUP’s Financial Aid Application for Guaranteed Admitted Students. AUP’s FAFSA code is G07881 (0 as in zero). Please note that the AUP Financial Aid application must be accompanied by tax returns and income statements (W2 forms usually) in order to be reviewed. If you are 23 or younger, please attach your parents’ documents.
If you plan to apply for financial aid, please submit the following documents to your admissions counselor Jen Boucher (jboucher@aup.edu) in PDF format:
- A personal statement essay of 500 words or fewer following a prompt from the Common Application
- A second essay of 300 words or fewer in response to your specific interest in studying at AUP
- A list of your extra-curricular activities and work experience or a resume
- 1-2 Letters of Recommendation, preferably from academic sources (optional)
AUP requests the same additional documents for all students applying for financial aid because institutional awards are based on a combination of merit and need. You may submit these documents after your acceptance.
Federal regulations prohibit AUP from administering U.S. federal loans (Stafford or PLUS loans) for any student participating in this program during the time spent at AUP. U.S. citizens and permanent residents who qualify may still apply for a private Sallie Mae Smart Option Loan for all legitimate educational and living expenses.