Siena Heights Transfer Resources & Information
Bluffton University offers academic programs that align with many of Siena Heights University’s areas of study, providing a clear and supportive pathway to degree completion. Through this partnership, Bluffton is committed to a seamless transition that helps students stay on track for on-time graduation with minimal credit loss.
Direct Admission for Siena Heights Students
Students in good academic standing at Siena Heights University are eligible for direct admission to Bluffton University.
Bluffton University is dedicated to making the transition financially manageable. We will work with Siena Heights students to provide financial aid packages that are similar or comparable to the aid they currently receive. While Bluffton does not offer athletic scholarships, institutional aid may be provided as a replacement to support affordability.
Bluffton has developed an academic program crosswalk outlining how Siena Heights programs align with Bluffton majors. Bluffton’s education, nursing and social work programs are nationally-accredited. All other programs are regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
| Siena Heights University Undergrad Programs | Bluffton University Undergrad Programs |
| Accounting (B.B.A.) | Accounting (B.A.) |
| Biology (B.S.) | Biology (B.A.) - Seniors need to have calculus class or physics classes completed |
| Business Administration (B.B.A.) | Business Administration (B.A.) |
| Chemistry (B.S.) | Chemistry (B.A.) |
| Communications (B.A.) | Communications and Media (B.A.) |
| Criminal Justice (B.A.) | Criminal justice (B.A.) |
| English (B.A.) | English (B.A.) |
| Environmental Science (B.S.) | Environmental science (B.A.) |
| Exercise Science (B.S.) | Exercise Science (B.A.) |
| History (B.A.) | History (B.A.) |
| Management (B.B.A.) | Management (B.A.) |
| Marketing (B.B.A.) | Marketing (Online, Blended) (B.A.) |
| Mathematics (B.S.) | Mathematics (B.A.) |
| Nursing (Pre-Licensure) B.S.N. | Nursing – Traditional B.S.N. |
| Pre-Medicine | Pre-Medicine - Bluffton's biology major and chemistry courses can prepare students for graduate programs. |
| Pre-Occupational Therapy | Pre-Occupational Therapy - Bluffton's biology major and chemistry courses can prepare students for graduate programs. |
| Pre-Physical Therapy | Pre-Physical Therapy - Bluffton's biology major and chemistry courses can prepare students for graduate programs. |
| Psychology (B.A.) | Psychology (B.A.) |
| Social Work (B.S.W.) | Social Work (B.A.) |
| Sports Management (B.B.A.) | Sports Management (B.A.) |
| Siena Heights Graduate Programs | Bluffton Graduate Programs |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Online) |
Bluffton is also updating its Transferology page to include Siena Heights coursework for accurate transfer planning: www.transferology.com/school/bluffton
Graduate Student Opportunities
Graduate students in good academic standing are eligible for direct admission into Bluffton’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs. Eligible students will also receive a 20% tuition discount to help complete their graduate degree.
Athletic Participation Opportunities
Bluffton welcomes student-athletes who wish to continue their athletic experience.
Guaranteed roster opportunities are available in:
- Cross Country
- Track
- Esports
Additional teams may have limited roster availability. Students are encouraged to contact the director of athletics or the appropriate head coach for more information.
Steps to apply to Bluffton University:
- Complete our FREE Application
- Add Bluffton to FAFSA using school code 003016
- Transfer credit or admission questions – Brianna Ferris, assistant director of admissions, ferrisb@bluffton.edu
- Call us at 419-358-3257 with any other questions
Visit campus, and see yourself here at Bluffton University!
Transfer admissions process:
Brianna Ferris, Assistant Director of Admissions
ferrisb@bluffton.edu
Athletics opportunities:
James Grandey, Director of Athletics
grandeyj@bluffton.edu
We are committed to supporting Siena Heights students every step of the way and ensuring a smooth, welcoming transition into the Bluffton community.