Transfer advantage
Start here, stay here, succeed here
Looking to stay close to home while earning your bachelor’s degree? U of I Coeur d’Alene’s outreach campus is designed with transfer students in mind, offering a flexible and affordable pathway to your bachelor’s degree.
Through our partnership with North Idaho College (NIC), you can kick off your college journey by completing your general education courses at NIC — while also knocking out lower-division courses that are specific to your major. Then, you’ll transfer seamlessly into U of I’s in-person or online programs as a junior, finishing your bachelor’s degree right here in Coeur d’Alene. We’ve built clear, supportive pathways for NIC Cardinals, but U of I Coeur d’Alene welcomes transfer students from any accredited college or university.
Pro tip: Connect early and often with your advisors from both NIC and U of I Coeur d’Alene. They’ll help you stay on track to transfer smoothly, graduate on time and get the most out of your college experience — all in North Idaho.
Find your own path
The Vandal Transfer Advantage is your starting point for navigating U of I Coeur d'Alene’s 2+2 transfer pathways with clarity and confidence. To help you plan your academic journey, we’re introducing program-specific advising guides that outline exactly how your NIC coursework applies toward earning a University of Idaho bachelor’s degree in Coeur d'Alene.
Our first guide—for Elementary Education—is available now, with additional program guides on the way as they’re developed. Each guide will include recommended courses, key milestones and support resources to help you stay on track from your first semester at NIC through graduation at U of I Coeur d’Alene.
Check back for new guides soon and let the Vandal Transfer Advantage help you chart your path forward.
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Real students, real success
Transfer support
U of I Coeur d’Alene is here to help make the transfer process as smooth, easy and efficient as possible.
Personalized attention
Our director of student affairs is your go-to resource for everything from admissions prep to academic planning. We work closely with incoming transfer students to create a seamless entry to U of I programs in Coeur d’Alene.
Faculty advising
Our programs are advised by local faculty. Meet with the advisor in your program to plan your path and align your credits for a smooth transfer.
Transfer resources
As a transfer student at U of I Coeur d’Alene, you’ll have the full support of University of Idaho behind you. From our self-service iTransfer tool to transfer course evaluations, we’ll help you find the information you need.
These resources help you get started, but meeting with advisors — both at your transfer institution and U of I Coeur d’Alene — is key to building the most efficient, informed path to your degree.