MHSAA Transfer Official Program

In order for an official to obtain "Transfer" status in Michigan, the MHSAA requires that a Transfer Official Information Form be completed by the state association from which the official is transferring. To obtain transfer status in Michigan, an official must have been at the highest level in the state he/she is transferring from in the sport(s) for which he/she wishes to register in Michigan.

Transfer officials are required to complete all necessary examinations associated with the registration. In addition, they are required to attend a current rules meeting for the sport(s) in which they are requesting transfer status.

Return the completed Transfer Official Information Form with the Officials Registration Application to the MHSAA. All necessary information and forms are available through the MHSAA office or online at mhsaa.com under "Officials."

When the required from is received, the MHSAA will grant the official "Transfer Status" for a period of two (2) years, classifying the transferring official as an "Approved" official for a two-year period. In Michigan, "Approved" is the highest level an official may obtain. The status is achieved by receiving a minimum of 16 ratings in each rated sport with an average of 3.0, or better, over a three-year period. Officials in Michigan are rated by schools for which they work each year. After the two-year "Transfer Status" expires, the transfer official will be categorized by the ratings received during their Michigan registration.

Transfer officials are required to complete all necessary examinations associated with registration. In addition, they are required to attend a current rules meeting for the sport(s) in which they are requesting transfer status.

If you have additional questions, please call the MHSAA office at (517) 332-5046.