A student on the first day of the Spring 2025 semester

Freshmen & Transfer Students

Methodist University is always looking for incoming freshmen or students interested in transferring their educational experience to a new place. With Limestone University and MU being of like values, goals, independent, liberal arts, this transition is smooth.

Please view the below – we have special opportunities afforded Limestone University incoming/transfer students – and then reach out to us (see contacts below) if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you and you then becoming our newest MU Monarch very soon.

Quick, Easy Admissions

  • No application fee (apply now at methodist.edu/apply)
  • No essay, letters of recommendation, or test scores required
  • Apply at www.methodist.edu/apply
  • Decisions made in 3-5 business days using unofficial transcripts

Guaranteed Admission & Scholarships

Students in good standing are guaranteed admission and a minimum of $14,000 in scholarships.

Fast Financial Aid Turnaround

Once accepted and your 2025-26 FAFSA is processed, you will receive an official financial aid offer, typically within 7-10 business days.

Special Assistance for Transfer Students

We offer dedicated services to help you succeed as a transfer student, including:

  • Personalized Advising
  • Fast Transfer Credit Evaluation
  • Financial Aid Counseling

Explore Our Top Programs

Methodist University offers outstanding undergraduate academic programs, including:

College of Arts, Humanities, & Sciences

Biology, Chemistry, Criminal Justice, Communication and Media, Elementary Education, English, Forensic Science, Graphic Design, History, Political Science, Psychology, Religion, Sociology

College of Business, Technology, & Professional Studies

Accounting, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Computer Information Technology & Cybersecurity, Data Science, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Financial Economics, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, PGA Golf Management, Professional Tennis Management, Sport Management, Teacher Education

College of Health Sciences & Human Services

Exercise and Sport Science, Healthcare Administration, Kinesiology, Nursing, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Social Work

Next Steps

Thanks for considering Methodist University.

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