Pacific Admissions Group
How to transfer to Loyola Marymount (LMU): requirements and deadlines
Requirements, deadlines, competitive majors and prerequisites for California community college students transferring to Loyola Marymount University.
~59%
Transfer Accept Rate (Fall 2025)
3.5
Average Transfer GPA (Fall 2025)
63%
From Community Colleges (Fall 2025)
Feb 1
Fall Priority Deadline
LMU transfer quick facts
Location
Westchester, Los Angeles
Admit terms
Fall & Spring
Minimum Units
No set minimum
Under 30 units: also send high school transcripts and SAT/ACT
Minimum GPA
3.0
Fall 2025 transfers averaged 3.5
LMU transfer requirements
Academic Requirements
LMU is selective but more accessible than USC or the top UCs:
- Under 30 transferable semester units: high school transcripts and SAT/ACT also required
- Minimum 3.0 college GPA, overall and in your most recent work (Fall 2025 average: 3.5)
- LMU values well-rounded students beyond just grades
- Accepts both fall and spring transfers
- Up to 60 semester units transfer from community colleges
Major Preparation
Major prep helps but LMU is flexible:
- Completing major prerequisites strengthens your application
- Business, Film/TV, and Engineering are most competitive
- Business applicants need calculus or business calculus with a B or better
- LMU has articulation agreements with many California CCs
- Liberal arts core curriculum means GE flexibility
How to Apply
Apply with the LMU Online Application (preferred), the Common App, or the Coalition Application:
- Priority deadlines: February 1 for fall, October 1 for spring
- Common App personal essay required
- LMU supplemental essay about community and values
- Letters of recommendation optional (one or two is enough)
- Official transcripts from all institutions
Jesuit Values & Fit
LMU's Jesuit identity shapes the admissions process:
- LMU values service, social justice, and community engagement
- Essays should reflect alignment with LMU's mission
- Smaller campus community - fit matters more than at large universities
- Strong financial aid packages available
- Rolling admission means earlier applicants may have an advantage
Competitive transfer majors at LMU
College of Business Administration
Business Administration
LMU's most popular and competitive major for transfers.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.3+ (est.)
Competitive GPA
School of Film & Television
Film & Television Production
Well-regarded program in the heart of LA's entertainment industry.
Low
Accept Rate
3.4+ (est.)
Competitive GPA
Seaver College of Science & Engineering
Computer Science
Growing program with small class sizes.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.2+ (est.)
Competitive GPA
Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts
Psychology
Popular major in LMU's liberal arts tradition.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.0+ (est.)
Competitive GPA
School of Communication
Communication Studies
Strong program with LA media industry connections.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.1+ (est.)
Competitive GPA
Seaver College of Science & Engineering
Biology
Pre-health pathway with small class advantages.
Moderate
Accept Rate
3.1+ (est.)
Competitive GPA
LMU transfer timeline
August 1
Common App Opens
Begin your LMU transfer application.
October 1
Spring Priority Deadline
Priority deadline for spring semester transfer admission.
February 1
Fall Transfer Deadline
Priority deadline for fall transfer admission.
Rolling
Admission Decisions
LMU uses rolling admission - apply early for the best chances and housing options.
How we help you get into LMU
Mission Fit Essay
LMU's Jesuit values of service and community are central to admissions. We help you craft essays that demonstrate genuine alignment.
Common App Strategy
Full guidance on the Common Application personal essay and LMU supplements.
Articulation Planning
We use LMU's CC articulation agreements to ensure your courses transfer efficiently.
Film & TV Application
Specialized support for LMU's competitive School of Film & Television, including portfolio guidance.
Financial Aid Strategy
LMU offers generous merit and need-based aid. We help you navigate the process to maximize your package.
Early Application Advantage
LMU's rolling admission rewards early applicants. We help you apply on time with a polished application.
See how our transfer consulting works and our prices and packages, or read whether a consultant is worth it for you.
About the author
Manraj, Founder of Pacific Admissions Group
Manraj transferred from a California community college and was admitted to UC Berkeley Haas, UCLA Business Economics, USC Marshall and UC Irvine Merage. He enrolled at Haas. More about us
Official sources
Requirements and deadlines change every year. Confirm the details for your major on the official pages below. Last reviewed October 2026.
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