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Welcome Fall 2022 Transfer Students!

We are thrilled to welcome you to our community and are excited to answer your questions. We hope you'll use the resources on this page to learn more about the Swarthmore College community. 

Ready to accept your offer of admission? Please complete your enrollment reply form on your applicant portal and submit a non-refundable deposit of $250 (if applicable) to hold your place in the class by June 15. If you are unable to post your deposit online or have questions about the enrollment process, please contact Yvetta Moat at ymoat3@swarthmore.edu for more information.

Virtual Resources and Events

Virtual Events

The various people of the Swarthmore Admissions Office have put together virtual events and panels to help you get to know members of our community and learn more about what makes Swarthmore such a unique place.  Click the links below to learn more and to register (you'll need to log in with your portal credentials). We can't wait to see you there!

  • Drop in to an informal chat with Director of Admissions Andrew Moe and Associate Dean of Academic Success Liz Derickson on May 31 at 7:00 p.m. ET. Bring any questions you have about life at Swarthmore, next steps, or anything on your mind! While you can drop in throughout the hour, pre-registration is required. Register here. 
Connect with Current Students
  • Register for a Campus Visit with current Swatties to tour campus, register for a self-guided tour, or for those who can't make it to campus - we have a virtual option. Please note that on-campus tours begin 6/1 and virtual tours begin 6/7.
  • Ask a Swattie all your questions about what it's like to transfer to Swarthmore and more! 
  • Curious about campus traditions, Swatties' favorite dining hall desserts, or what it's like to navigate Tri-Co? Read first-hand accounts of student life from Swatties on our SwatStories student blog.
Imagine Yourself on Campus

We are happy to welcome you for a campus visit in the coming weeks, but if you can't make it to campus, we offer different virtual ways to get a feel for Swarthmore.

 

Swarthmore's YouTube Channel

Check out our YouTube Channel for recordings of past events, SwatTalks shorts with faculty members, and more about life on campus. 

Do you or your family have general questions about Swarthmore or would like to be connected with other resources on campus? Contact Mark Detterline, our Transfer Coordinator. 

Do you have limited access to our virtual opportunities? Email access@swarthmore.edu

What do I need to know about Swarthmore?

The resources below will help you discover more about our academic environment, student organizations and athletics, diversity and inclusion on campus, uniquely Swarthmore traditions, and more. 

Student Clubs and Organizations

Which clubs and activities interest you? With so much to join and participate in at Swarthmore, we know you'll find your home here, with people who will quickly come to feel like family.

A Swarthmore a cappella group performs on campus

Arts@Swarthmore

Are you a dancer, visual artist, musician, or actor? Or just interested in attending some incredible performances and exhibits as a Swarthmore student? Learn more about Swarthmore's performing and visual arts programs, events, and campus spaces. 

Swarthmore Taiko performs on campus

Swarthmore Traditions

Have you ever wanted to hunt a Pterodactyl, scream at the top of your lungs at midnight, or build your very own boat to float down the Crum Creek? Check out these and many more beloved Swarthmore traditions.

First Collection at Swarthmore College

Athletics & Wellness

Wondering what resources you will find for maintaining a healthy lifestyle at Swarthmore? Or are you planning to play on or cheer for one of our NCAA Division III athletic teams? Our Athletics and Wellness site can give you the information you need.

Swarthmore's baseball team celebrates with fans