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Lake Forest College Transfer Application

We are thrilled that you've decided to apply to Lake Forest College! Before proceeding, please note that this application is exclusively for prospective transfer students. Transfer students are students who have graduated high school and completed coursework at a four-year or two-year institution.

Please fill out the application in its entirety in a single sitting. Unlike the Common Application, you will not be able save as you go. While this application form is not a lengthy one, the admissions committee requires that you answer the two questions provided in the application question section (250-600 words). It's recommended that you prepare your responses before completing the rest of the application form.

If you have any questions regarding your application to Lake Forest College or opportunities in academic programming or student life, we encourage you to reach out to your admissions counselor. We look forward to learning more about you and serving as a resource as you progress through your college search.

Entry Term

We are accepting applications for Spring 2026, and Fall 2026.
*The Fall 2025 transfer application is closed. If you are interested in the Fall 2025 semester please contact Melissa Naughton at naughton@lakeforest.edu with a copy of your transcripts. We will review candidates on a case-by-case basis.

Entry Term

Provide the name of your current college.*

School Code

Dates Attended- Start Date

Dates Attended- End Date

Add a second institution you have attended?

Yes

Second College Attended

School Code

Dates Attended- Start Date

Dates Attended- End Date

Add a third institution you have attended?

Yes

Third College Attended

School Code

Dates Attended- Start Date

Dates Attended- End Date

Add a fourth institution you have attended?

Yes

Fourth College Attended

School Code

Dates Attended- Start Date

Dates Attended- End Date

Will you have completed an Associate's degree prior to enrolling at Lake Forest College?*

What level of degree?*

Associate of Arts

Associate of Science

Other

Explain below:

Counselor Information

Provide the contact information for your institution's transfer counselor or academic advisor.

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

Phone Number

Are you working with an independent college counselor?

Provide your independent counselor's contact information.

First Name

Last Name

Phone

Test Score

Lake Forest College has a test-optional admissions policy that allows domestic students to decide if their ACT and/or SAT results accurately reflect their academic ability and potential. If you would like your scores to be reviewed as a part of your application for admission, please provide them below and confirm with an official score report from your institution or the testing agency.

International students, excluding those in an English-based secondary school curriculum, must provide proof of English proficiency from one of the following: TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT, or ACT. If you believe that you can provide proof of English proficiency in another way and are not presently in an English-based curriculum (i.e. IB), please contact Associate Director of International Admissions, Molly Noyed, with details, or submit the English proficiency waiver request following submission of your application.

International transfer students who are studying at an English language based institution and have completed a minimum of one semester of college credit are not required to submit test scores.

I will include ACT and/or SAT scores as part of my application.*

Provide your self-reported SAT or ACT score results below. Please note, we super score results from multiple exam dates. Official score reports are required for admissions decisions.

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

SAT Math

ACT Composite Score

Academic Areas of Interest

Academic Interest 1

Academic Interest 2

Athletics

Please tell us about your interest in participating in sports as a Lake Forest College student.

Varsity Sport Interest 1:

Varsity Sport Interest 2:

I'm interested in joining the following club sport:

Co-Curricular Activities

Describe your activities during college, including work experience, internships, student groups, and honors programs:

Extracurricular Interests

Please tell us about your interest in participating in extracurricular activities as a Lake Forest College student.

Extracurricular Interest 1

Extracurricular Interest 2

Financial Aid

I plan to apply for need-based financial aid.* (FAFSA or CSS Profile)

If you are a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, please file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to be considered for need-based aid. Be sure to add our college code 001706.

International students must submit the CSS Profile to be considered for admission if applying for need-based aid.

All students are automatically considered for merit aid based on academic background. Are you interested in applying to and auditioning for a Fine Arts Scholarship? These awards are in addition to merit-based scholarships.

Yes

I am interested in applying and auditioning for a performing arts merit scholarship in:

Music, Instrumental

Music, Vocal

Studio Art

Theater

For more information and to apply, click here: Fine Arts Scholarship Application. Note, these scholarships have specific renewal requirements for every year you are enrolled at the College.

Contacts

How did you learn about Lake Forest College?*

Name, if known

Parent or Guardian Information

Are you 24 or under?

If you are 24 or under, we require you to fill out your parent information including their email information.

Are you a first generation college student? (Select "yes" if neither of your parents have obtained a bachelor's degree)*

Yes

Are you an independent student? Learn more here to determine your dependency status.

If you select "yes", parent/guardian information below is optional. Parent/guardian information is required for all dependent students.

Parent/Guardian Marital Status*

Parent or Guardian 1

Parent/Guardian Relationship*

Parent or Guardian 1 Title

Parent or Guardian 1 First Name*

Parent or Guardian 1 Last Name*

Parent or Guardian 1 Phone Number*

Parent or Guardian 1 Email*

Parent or Guardian 1 Employer

Parent or Guardian 1 Job Title/Occupation

Is this parent/guardian a graduate of Lake Forest College?

Yes

What year did they graduate from Lake Forest?

Add another Parent or Legal Guardian?

Yes

Parent or Guardian 2

Parent/Guardian Relationship

Parent or Guardian 2 Title

Parent or Guardian 2 First Name

Parent or Guardian 2 Last Name

Parent or Guardian 2 Phone Number

Parent or Guardian 2 Email

Parent or Guardian 2 Employer

Parent or Guardian 2 Job Title/Occupation

Is this parent/guardian a graduate of Lake Forest College?

Yes

What year did they graduate from Lake Forest?

Do you have other relatives who graduated/will graduate from Lake Forest College?

Yes

DeleteAlumnus _ID_
Alumni Information
Relationship to Alumnus Add Alumni Relation Flag Add Alumni Relation Flag Yes No Alumnus First Name Alumnus Last Name Alumnus Phone Number Alumnus Email What year did/will they graduate from Lake Forest?

Add another alumni relation

Disciplinary Information

Have you ever received a school disciplinary action such as probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion, any time from 9th grade through the present time?*

Please explain:

Have you ever been adjudicated guilty or convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime that has NOT been expunged, sealed, annulled, pardoned, destroyed, erased, impounded, or otherwise ordered by a court to be kept confidential?*

Please explain:

Are you eligible to return to your current institution?*

Please explain:

Essays

The admissions review team requests short essay responses (250-600 words) to the following prompts below:

1. How will Lake Forest meet your academic, personal, and professional goals you have set for yourself?

2. How have your previous academic or personal experiences led you to your intended major?

Please select the way you would like to submit essay #1.

I would like to upload essay #1.

I would like to write essay #1 now.

In 250-600 words, please write an essay in which you answer the question, "How will Lake Forest meet your academic, personal, and professional goals you have set for yourself?"

Please upload an essay that includes 250-600 words in which you answer the question, "How will Lake Forest meet your academic, personal, and professional goals you have set for yourself?"

Please select the way you would like to submit essay #2.

I would like to upload essay #2.

I would like to write essay #2 now.

In 250-600 words, please write an essay in which you answer the question, "How have your previous academic or personal experiences led you to your intended major?"

Please upload an essay that includes 250-600 words in which you answer the question, "How have your previous academic or personal experiences led you to your intended major?"

The information on this application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.

E-signature (First and Last Name)*

Date*

Congratulations on submitting your application to Lake Forest College! We are eager to review your file. As we work collaboratively to complete your application, please be thoughtful with your institution's document request policies. Official transcript, test scores (if applicable) and at least one letter of recommendation from a professor are required in order to complete your application. Stay on the lookout for follow-up information regarding submission of these items. All transfer students are also required to schedule an interview. We look forward to learning more about you, and will notify you of your admissions decision according to the dates set on our Apply page.