Pathways Program

If you have applied to Morgan State University but were not admissible based on your high school GPA and standardized test scores, there is a viable alternative designed just for you! Your current academic record may not accurately reflect your ability or potential. That’s where the Pathways Program comes in! The Pathways Program is intended for applicants outside Maryland or Washington, DC.

As a Pathways program participant, you will begin your college career at a local community college of your choosing by enrolling in courses you will later transfer to Morgan*.  While studying at the community college, Pathways program participants will be invited to experience campus culture at Morgan State through a series of curated events designed to allow program participants to engage with MSU students, faculty, and staff. Pathways participants must attend at least one offering per semester.

The Pathways Program has set you on a course at your local community college, and Morgan State University is your destination. Now it's time to make every credit count.

BearTrap, Morgan State's Prospective Student Transfer Portal, is your all-in-one tool for managing your transfer journey — and it's free to use.

When you create your BearTrap account, you can:

• Track how your current coursework aligns with your Morgan State degree requirements in real time.

• Add your courses each semester to see how your transfer credits apply toward your intended program.

• Explore and apply to up to 3 degree programs at Morgan State University.

• Share your transfer plan directly with your Morgan State Transfer Advisor each semester to stay on track

Your previous academic achievements matter to us, and BearTrap ensures that the hard work you've already put in is recognized and counted toward your bachelor's degree.

What Pathways students need to know:

To reapply to Morgan State University as a transfer applicant, you must complete 24 or more transferable credits with a community college GPA of at least 2.5. BearTrap helps you monitor your progress each semester, so you know exactly where you stand. Remember, Pathways participants may only transfer in the Fall semester, so planning ahead is essential.

Ready to take the next step?

Create your BearTrap Account and start mapping your path to Morgan State today. Once your plan is set, schedule a meeting with your Morgan State Transfer Advisor to review your progress and keep your transfer on track.