http://ualr.edu/future/transfer/?page_id=33
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Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Transfer Information Packet
Transfer Advising Form
Last Name_____________First Name_________Middle Name______________
Telephone (Cell or Home) ______________ Alternate Phone________________
Email__________________ School Email__________________
- Degree Plan at UACCB__________________________________
- Intended Bachelor's Degree_______________________________
- Intended Transfer Institution ______________________________
- Intended Transfer Date (after which semester at UACCB)____________________
- How many credits have you earned? (Circle the appropriate range)
- 0-12 credits
- 13-29 credits
- 30 credits
- 45 credits
- 60+ credits
- Are you a current Pell recipient? (Circle one) Yes / No
- Do you receive the Challenge/Lottery Scholarship? (Circle one) Yes / No
- Do you receive the Go Grant? (Circle one) Yes / No
- Do you plan to commute to campus, live on campus, or live in the same city off campus? _________________________________________
Transfer Suggestions for you
- Make sure the institution you like offers the degree you're considering. You need to fully research your transfer institution, visit the campus, attend a class, eat in the commons area and make sure that this is a good fit for you.
- Look at the transfer resources available at UACCB and online. Go to the department of your major, visit the financial aid office, tour residence life, ask about student organizations and attend an event on-campus.
- Make your campus experience work for you. When you call to schedule a campus visit, if you're not going with a group, ask about attending a class, and about what's going on, on campus. You are in the driver's seat with your transfer!
- Ask to speak with an advisor in your program. Understand that there are limitations on what they can tell you if you're not an admitted student yet, and you haven't had your transcript evaluated. They can give you an estimate, but not anything definite.
- How does your institution define "transfer"? Do you fit the requirements for admissions purposes? Typically institutions require a minimum number of transfer credits, or you could be admitted as a freshman instead of a transfer student.
- Pay close attention to scholarship and registration deadlines! (You want more money, right??) Apply early in the semester prior to your transfer.
- Pay closer attention to admission requirements for particular majors and look for prerequisite courses for major requirements that you may be able to complete prior to your planned transfer.
- When requirements conflict among institutions, follow the policies of the institution where you plan to graduate or the institution where you plan to get your bachelor's degree.
- Don't leave unpaid bills or incomplete courses at your current institution, or they may not release your grades to your transfer institution.
Transfer Timeline
9-12 months prior to expected transfer
- Check college application deadline
- Review program/major requirements and application deadlines
- Scholarship deadlines- apply for as many as you qualify for
- Housing deadlines come early-plan ahead. If you plan to live off-campus, ask if there is someone on campus to help you find appropriate housing close to campus
- Check the ACTS program on the www.adhe.edu website, under the students tab, to see which of your classes will transfer, and which will not.
6 months before expected transfer
- Apply to your institution by priority deadline.
- In addition to your application, send an official transcript from every college you have attended. Your application will not be processed without an official transcript on file. Send another transcript when you finish your semester or after each course you finish at UACCB.
- Send your shot records.
- Update your FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov to include your transfer school's code.
- Meet with a transfer advisor at your transfer school.
3 months before expected transfer
- Attend transfer orientation
- Become familiar with the policies and procedures on campus
- Find out what student organizations and activities will be a good fit for you
- Request a final copy of your transcript be sent to your transfer school
- Calm down and enjoy your free time…since you have it now…since you've done everything early! Yay!
Transfer Checklist
- Have you researched any colleges or universities?
- Have you chosen a college or university that offers your desired major?
- Have you researched what the minimum GPA needed to transfer to your college or university of choice?
- Do you have the required GPA?
- Do you need to send your high school transcript or ACT scores to your chosen college or university? *Some colleges & universities require these documents even though you have attended a two-year college.
- Have you completed the required coursework to transfer into your major program of study?
- Does the program you are interested in have more requirements than general core curriculum (general education courses) for admission?
- Have you inquired about transfer scholarships or other scholarships you may be eligible for?
- Have you completed the necessary paperwork including admissions, financial aid, and scholarship applications before the deadline?
- Have you completed the admissions application with the correct application fee (if a fee is required) before the deadline?
- Have you had official copy/copies of all your college transcripts sent to your transfer college or university?
- Have you arranged to have your financial aid sent to your chosen college or university?
- Have you checked into housing (dorm room or apartment/house)?
- Have you set an appointment to meet with your new advisor?
- Have you requested a campus tour of the college or university you have chosen?
Transfer Checklist
- Have you researched any colleges or universities?
- Have you chosen a college or university that offers your desired major? (this is a biggie!)
- Have you researched with the MINIMUM GPA needed to transfer to your college or university of choice?
- Do you have the required GPA?
- Do you need to send you high school transcript or ACT scores to your chosen college or university? *Some colleges & universities require these documents even though you have attended a two-year college.
- Have you completed the required coursework to transfer into your major program of study?
- Does the program you are interested in have more requirements than general core curriculum (general education courses) for admission?
- Have you inquired about transfer scholarships or other scholarships you may be eligible for?
- Have you completed the necessary paperwork including admissions, financial aid, and scholarship applications before the deadline?
- Have you completed the admission application with the correct application fee (if a fee is required) before the deadline?
- Have you had official copy/copies of all your college transcripts sent to your transfer college or university?
- Have you arranged to have your financial aid sent to your chosen college or university?
- Have you checked into housing (dorm room or apartment/house)?
- Have you set an appointment to meet with your new advisor?
- Have you requested a campus tour of the college or university you have chosen?
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Transfer Anxiety and other issues that require chocolate....
I won't lie when I say that the favorite part of my job is dealing with students....it's right up there with transfer trips (my second favorite!), the fabulous ice machine at work, and the fun people I get to see every day at my job.
Transferring schools can be a seamless process, but it can also cause a great deal of anxiety for the student, and, in many cases, their parents, and/or their support system (friends, other relatives, kids, ADVISORS!).
Since this summer began, most of my time has been spent on transfer issues; whether the issues are with housing, transcripts, credits, GPA, or just plain old anxiety. I've had several types of transfer students in my office this summer (their names have been changed to protect their identity).
1. College Junior, recent transfer to a four-year, home for the summer, taking classes to improve his GPA and get off of probation.
The Problem; A very connected, driven student while in his two-year plan, he did completely get the right information about courses from his four-year advisor, enrolled in a class with a heavy load (with lots of busy busy extracurriculars) and tanked his GPA.
The Solution; Take six hours in the summer here (for much cheaper), increase his GPA, go back to his four-year in August with renewed energy, confidence, and a support system (so that I don't show up there) and knock those classes out of the ballpark this time.
2. College Freshman, transferring in August to a four-year, taking classes this summer to improve her GPA for improved chances of success at the four-year.
The Problem; Very anxious about her academics when I met her in November, had some issues with coping strategies. She was going to wait a year to transfer, because the two year setting provided the support system she needed to improve her GPA, and gain confidence academically and emotionally.
The Solution; Um, hello, TRiO? The four year where she plans to transfer has a very active TRiO program (very similar to ours!), and we are making a trip in July, so that she can meet her new TRiO advisor, and make the seamless transition from advisor to advisor. By taking summer classes, not only does she increase her GPA, but she also doesn't have a gap in learning, because she's continuously enrolled in classes.
3. Recent Associate's Graduate, transferring in January to a four-year, taking classes this summer and fall to finish the requirements for an AA in General Education (where 100% of the classes will transfer, as opposed to an AAS, where many of the electives will not).
The Problem; She is a single mom with two children, has experienced much success in her recent past, but in her not-so-faraway past, she has experienced what she deems as failures (which I call life experience...because she's fabulous...and obviously she got here by having all of that experience). She has great anxiety about moving her two children to the new town, new school, new friends, new everything. Commuting may not be an option, because of the crazy cost of gas, and the time spent in her vehicle will be away from her kids.
The Solution; Visit, Visit, Visit the campus. She needs to make sure this is what she does before she jumps. She has six months to make a plan, and explore all aspects of this transfer.
All of these students share a common theme; transfer anxiety! In our little two-year world (and I'm quoting a four-year transfer rep here...I won't name names...) we do a lot of "hand-holding", but so many of our students are first generation college students, who already may not have a support system at all in place. College is stressful, and trying to get information from some colleges can be stressful if you don't ask the right people the right questions. So, a two-year school, with many programs designed to reduce the anxiety of students, is the way to wade into the water without drowning.
Planning a transfer is a big decision. If you're a parent, or you already have an established job where you live right now, it's an even bigger decision! You have to put a great deal of thought into what will work the best for you. An online program may be the way to go for you, if moving would cause you greater anxiety than you already have in your life. Go and talk to your advisor, and transfer advisor, and always go and visit before you transfer.
Transferring schools can be a seamless process, but it can also cause a great deal of anxiety for the student, and, in many cases, their parents, and/or their support system (friends, other relatives, kids, ADVISORS!).
Since this summer began, most of my time has been spent on transfer issues; whether the issues are with housing, transcripts, credits, GPA, or just plain old anxiety. I've had several types of transfer students in my office this summer (their names have been changed to protect their identity).
1. College Junior, recent transfer to a four-year, home for the summer, taking classes to improve his GPA and get off of probation.
The Problem; A very connected, driven student while in his two-year plan, he did completely get the right information about courses from his four-year advisor, enrolled in a class with a heavy load (with lots of busy busy extracurriculars) and tanked his GPA.
The Solution; Take six hours in the summer here (for much cheaper), increase his GPA, go back to his four-year in August with renewed energy, confidence, and a support system (so that I don't show up there) and knock those classes out of the ballpark this time.
2. College Freshman, transferring in August to a four-year, taking classes this summer to improve her GPA for improved chances of success at the four-year.
The Problem; Very anxious about her academics when I met her in November, had some issues with coping strategies. She was going to wait a year to transfer, because the two year setting provided the support system she needed to improve her GPA, and gain confidence academically and emotionally.
The Solution; Um, hello, TRiO? The four year where she plans to transfer has a very active TRiO program (very similar to ours!), and we are making a trip in July, so that she can meet her new TRiO advisor, and make the seamless transition from advisor to advisor. By taking summer classes, not only does she increase her GPA, but she also doesn't have a gap in learning, because she's continuously enrolled in classes.
3. Recent Associate's Graduate, transferring in January to a four-year, taking classes this summer and fall to finish the requirements for an AA in General Education (where 100% of the classes will transfer, as opposed to an AAS, where many of the electives will not).
The Problem; She is a single mom with two children, has experienced much success in her recent past, but in her not-so-faraway past, she has experienced what she deems as failures (which I call life experience...because she's fabulous...and obviously she got here by having all of that experience). She has great anxiety about moving her two children to the new town, new school, new friends, new everything. Commuting may not be an option, because of the crazy cost of gas, and the time spent in her vehicle will be away from her kids.
The Solution; Visit, Visit, Visit the campus. She needs to make sure this is what she does before she jumps. She has six months to make a plan, and explore all aspects of this transfer.
All of these students share a common theme; transfer anxiety! In our little two-year world (and I'm quoting a four-year transfer rep here...I won't name names...) we do a lot of "hand-holding", but so many of our students are first generation college students, who already may not have a support system at all in place. College is stressful, and trying to get information from some colleges can be stressful if you don't ask the right people the right questions. So, a two-year school, with many programs designed to reduce the anxiety of students, is the way to wade into the water without drowning.
Planning a transfer is a big decision. If you're a parent, or you already have an established job where you live right now, it's an even bigger decision! You have to put a great deal of thought into what will work the best for you. An online program may be the way to go for you, if moving would cause you greater anxiety than you already have in your life. Go and talk to your advisor, and transfer advisor, and always go and visit before you transfer.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Mini-transfer fair on Wednesday, August 3rd for Summer Bridge STARS students
In addition to all of the planning excitement for new programs in the Fall of 2011, our TRiO group has the opportunity to host 25 incoming freshmen for a week on campus, August 1st-5th. One of the favorite parts of my job is getting to work with transfer students, and providing them with opportunities and access to information on how to complete their Bachelor's degrees. An Associate's degree might get your foot in the door, but if you want to keep climbing, you have to continue your education (I should be counseling myself, hello, Ph.D and Ed.D programs are calling).
On August 3rd, we will host transfer representatives from at least ten four year colleges and universities from around the region. Students will have a "working" lunch where they will receive information about degree plans, transfer scholarships (the most important part, right??), information about housing, campus food, school mascots, campus life, and all of the answers to those pending questions on their minds, like "If it rains, do I really have to go to class??".
After eating and greeting the transfer reps, the students will then be released, with a list of questions, mind you, to talk with the transfer representatives individually about what that school can offer them.
Our traditional transfer fair is in February, and is open to all UACCB students. This can sometimes be an overwhelming situation for students to walk into a room filled with strangers and start asking them questions about what they can do to help them achieve their academic and personal goals. By creating a smaller, cozier environment, I'm hoping to increase the expectation that these students will transfer and FINISH their Bachelor's degrees (and yes...we do expect you to transfer...as painful as it is for us to loose you...you have to leave the nest sometime...and yes...I will pack you in the transfer van and leave you there!).
On August 3rd, we will host transfer representatives from at least ten four year colleges and universities from around the region. Students will have a "working" lunch where they will receive information about degree plans, transfer scholarships (the most important part, right??), information about housing, campus food, school mascots, campus life, and all of the answers to those pending questions on their minds, like "If it rains, do I really have to go to class??".
After eating and greeting the transfer reps, the students will then be released, with a list of questions, mind you, to talk with the transfer representatives individually about what that school can offer them.
Our traditional transfer fair is in February, and is open to all UACCB students. This can sometimes be an overwhelming situation for students to walk into a room filled with strangers and start asking them questions about what they can do to help them achieve their academic and personal goals. By creating a smaller, cozier environment, I'm hoping to increase the expectation that these students will transfer and FINISH their Bachelor's degrees (and yes...we do expect you to transfer...as painful as it is for us to loose you...you have to leave the nest sometime...and yes...I will pack you in the transfer van and leave you there!).
Arkansas Community Foundation – Aspire Arkansas
Arkansas Community Foundation – Aspire Arkansas
Great links to Arkansas based grants, scholarships and all things good!
Great links to Arkansas based grants, scholarships and all things good!
Monday, May 16, 2011
Apply Apply Apply!
http://www.thesalliemaefund.org/smfnew/scholarship/comm_college_transfer.html
There is so much money available to students who just look for it. Reduce your reliance on loans and go for the scholarships and grants! It takes some work to look for the money, but it's out there.
There is so much money available to students who just look for it. Reduce your reliance on loans and go for the scholarships and grants! It takes some work to look for the money, but it's out there.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
When transfer trips don't go as planned (cue the thunder sound effects now)
As the transfer coordinator, one of the greatest parts of my job is getting to actually take students to the school where they are wanting to transfer. Many times, our students don't have the economic means (hello rising gas prices) to be able to take off a day and go to another college campus. This is where the TRiO program, and more specifically, me in the 15 passenger van (Whoop whoop!) come in.
On Thursday, April 21st, I got to take a group of nine students, all female, nonetheless, to visit the University of Central Arkansas. Since Legally Blonde: the Musical, just happened to be playing on campus that evening, we planned for a late afternoon tour, dinner on campus and the show. My cute students showed up in pink (per my request for the show), girly shoes, with their hair and makeup done. Then...the weather simply did not cooperate.
Curvy roads plus empty tummies caused us to be 20 minutes late for our tour, and upon arrival at the Office of Admissions, the rain was in a torrential downpour. Gladly, our transfer admissions officer had an office set of umbrellas, and all was not lost, except for all of those cute, spring shoes my ladies were wearing. On our walking tour, (Yes, I'm attaching pictures) my students did get a feel of what attending UCA would be like, even what it would be like on a dreary, rainy Thursday, when no one wants to be in class. My students were thrilled to see the on-campus Starbucks, just outside the library.
After eating on campus in the cafeteria, we trudged back to the van...still in the rain...past the animals gathering two by two....to go to the show. The show was, of course, fabulous, and a great way to end our transfer trip. Another bonus about TRiO is the exposure our students get to cultural events, events they would otherwise not be able to afford.
My happy, sleepy group climbed back into the van for the foggy ride home with very positive thoughts of transferring to UCA. The moral of the story is always always always pack your rain-boots and plan for a long (but happy!) trip.
On Thursday, April 21st, I got to take a group of nine students, all female, nonetheless, to visit the University of Central Arkansas. Since Legally Blonde: the Musical, just happened to be playing on campus that evening, we planned for a late afternoon tour, dinner on campus and the show. My cute students showed up in pink (per my request for the show), girly shoes, with their hair and makeup done. Then...the weather simply did not cooperate.
Curvy roads plus empty tummies caused us to be 20 minutes late for our tour, and upon arrival at the Office of Admissions, the rain was in a torrential downpour. Gladly, our transfer admissions officer had an office set of umbrellas, and all was not lost, except for all of those cute, spring shoes my ladies were wearing. On our walking tour, (Yes, I'm attaching pictures) my students did get a feel of what attending UCA would be like, even what it would be like on a dreary, rainy Thursday, when no one wants to be in class. My students were thrilled to see the on-campus Starbucks, just outside the library.
After eating on campus in the cafeteria, we trudged back to the van...still in the rain...past the animals gathering two by two....to go to the show. The show was, of course, fabulous, and a great way to end our transfer trip. Another bonus about TRiO is the exposure our students get to cultural events, events they would otherwise not be able to afford.
My happy, sleepy group climbed back into the van for the foggy ride home with very positive thoughts of transferring to UCA. The moral of the story is always always always pack your rain-boots and plan for a long (but happy!) trip.
Friday, April 8, 2011
The Campus Visit For Transfer Students : Transfer Articles : : Careers And Colleges .com
The Campus Visit For Transfer Students : Transfer Articles : : Careers And Colleges .com Yes you should visit! And you shouldn't visit on a Saturday, unless it's for an athletic event, fair, or some other student activity (Woo Pig Sooie!), because you don't get an accurate idea about the "normal" day on campus. You need to visit a class, speak with an advisor and eat on campus, and you can't usually do that on a weekend.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Monday, April 4, 2011
A To-Do List for Transfer Students
First Semester
- Meet with your advisor...repeatedly. Make sure you are taking courses according to a transferrable degree plan. You should be on some type of Gen Ed degree plan (the General Education core for the state, if you're staying in Arkansas for your transfer school).
- Look at different four year schools, if you're not sure where you want to go. If you are sure, you should already begin meeting with your four-year's transfer representative.
- Begin looking at your transfer scholarship options.
- Review your degree plan with your advisor. If your school has a specific transfer advisor (ahem....that would be me if you're a TRiO student, or a student at UACCBatesville) then talk with them about your transfer plans. They might have information or contacts at the schools you don't know (and chocolate in their offices!).
- Visit four-year college campuses. This semester TRiO has taken students to to several college campuses, and the campus visit makes or breaks many students' decisions.
- Discuss transfer admissions requirements with your advisor, as well as the transfer representative for your desired school. Look at the adhe.edu website (there's a link on this blog) at the ACTS system for inter-state transfer policies.
- Discuss your proposed course schedule with your transfer representative and your advisor.
- Complete applications to four-year colleges for practice and write a personal statement. Typically transfer scholarships require some type of personal essay.
- Complete and mail your applications to the four-year colleges by the deadline. Be aware of any transfer scholarship deadlines.
- Continue to meet with a four-year college representative. Be aware of any graduation deadlines, if you are planning to graduate from your community college with an Associate's degree (required for some transfer scholarships).
- Order official transcripts to be sent to your four-year college.
- Relax when you get your acceptance letter! (But still go to class....finish your course-work....and continue to visit with your advisor and bring her Sonic drinks :) ).
How do you know if a college campus is right for you??
When my students are faced with the prospect of choosing a four year campus, they can be easily overwhelmed; especially if there are several schools with their intended plan of study. Students need to invest a great deal of time into selecting a transfer school. There are several "biggies" to consider when making this important decision!
The number one deciding factor for many students is the COST of attendance. Tuition rates vary from in-state to out of state tuition and from private to public institutions. As a transfer student, students will want to take advantage of any transfer scholarships the institution might offer.
Next is the physical CAMPUS. Visit visit visit the campus! Go with a transfer group from your school (like the TRiO transfer van), grab a friend and go for a visit, or just go by yourself. Contact the school's transfer representative so that they can schedule a tour and meetings with advisors for your personal needs. Students need to be certain the campus is a good fit for them.
Does the school you're interested in attending have your INTENDED MAJOR?? If you don't know what you want to do, look at lists of majors and see what interests you.
Finally, check out the STUDENT LIFE on campus. If you are a traditional student, and are interested in clubs, activities, intramurals and Greek Life, check out what that campus has to offer. If you are a non-traditional student, see if this campus will fit into your family's life, or with your work schedule.
The number one deciding factor for many students is the COST of attendance. Tuition rates vary from in-state to out of state tuition and from private to public institutions. As a transfer student, students will want to take advantage of any transfer scholarships the institution might offer.
Next is the physical CAMPUS. Visit visit visit the campus! Go with a transfer group from your school (like the TRiO transfer van), grab a friend and go for a visit, or just go by yourself. Contact the school's transfer representative so that they can schedule a tour and meetings with advisors for your personal needs. Students need to be certain the campus is a good fit for them.
Does the school you're interested in attending have your INTENDED MAJOR?? If you don't know what you want to do, look at lists of majors and see what interests you.
Finally, check out the STUDENT LIFE on campus. If you are a traditional student, and are interested in clubs, activities, intramurals and Greek Life, check out what that campus has to offer. If you are a non-traditional student, see if this campus will fit into your family's life, or with your work schedule.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Just get in the transfer van!!! Why take a transfer trip?
What's the value of a transfer trip?? I would never advise a student to attend a college that they haven't visited. Even as a high school counselor, I always encouraged students to spend their two college visit days actually visiting the campuses where they intended to apply. Visiting a campus gives you a feel for what your daily life will be like on that four-year campus. You can meet with transfer admissions, eat on campus, visit residence halls, sit in on classes, and just get an idea of whether or not you can "see" yourself there for the next four years.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Transfer Equivalencies in Arkansas
ACTS
Students wanting information about what courses specifically will transfer, and what that new course will count towards at the intended transfer institution, should link to this website, on the adhe website.
Students wanting information about what courses specifically will transfer, and what that new course will count towards at the intended transfer institution, should link to this website, on the adhe website.
Why transfer to a four year school??
According to the American Association of Community Colleges, 46% of all college students now begin their studies at two-year schools. Last year, these schools awarded approximately 550,000 associate (two-year) degrees.
At schools like UACCBatesvile, students from all kinds of backgrounds, including students who could have chosen to go the initial four-year route in the beginning, are choosing to start their college careers at a two-year school.
For many students, the two year college experience is the chance to stand out as an individual, and be a part of a small learning community before moving on to a larger, more impersonal college or university environment.
Classes at community colleges are typically smaller than freshman and sophomore classes taught at most four-year universities. More often than not classes at community colleges are taught by highly qualified Ph.D's, who have chosen to teach in a smaller, community college setting, because community college emphasize undergraduate teaching.
Starting out at a community college and then transferring can also save you lots of money in the long run. Tuition rates are typically lower, and you can additionally be eligible for transfer scholarships that were not available to the average student who started as a freshman in that four-year school.
Remember that every four-year colleges has different requirements. So choose your courses carefully! Once you start taking sophomore level courses, you will need to check with the transfer institution of your choice to make certain your courses will transfer.
Some courses, and degree plans, are designed for those students who do not intend to transfer. For example, a 2000 level federal tax accounting course may count towards a two-year degree at a community college, but will not count for the 4000 level required federal tax accounting course at a four-year institution. Students can easily waste their time (and money!) taking the wrong courses. Students intending to transfer need to start making these plans as early as the second semester of their freshman year.
Even though I work specifically with TRiO transfer students, I am always more than willing to talk to any student who is needing accurate transfer information.
At schools like UACCBatesvile, students from all kinds of backgrounds, including students who could have chosen to go the initial four-year route in the beginning, are choosing to start their college careers at a two-year school.
For many students, the two year college experience is the chance to stand out as an individual, and be a part of a small learning community before moving on to a larger, more impersonal college or university environment.
Classes at community colleges are typically smaller than freshman and sophomore classes taught at most four-year universities. More often than not classes at community colleges are taught by highly qualified Ph.D's, who have chosen to teach in a smaller, community college setting, because community college emphasize undergraduate teaching.
Starting out at a community college and then transferring can also save you lots of money in the long run. Tuition rates are typically lower, and you can additionally be eligible for transfer scholarships that were not available to the average student who started as a freshman in that four-year school.
Remember that every four-year colleges has different requirements. So choose your courses carefully! Once you start taking sophomore level courses, you will need to check with the transfer institution of your choice to make certain your courses will transfer.
Some courses, and degree plans, are designed for those students who do not intend to transfer. For example, a 2000 level federal tax accounting course may count towards a two-year degree at a community college, but will not count for the 4000 level required federal tax accounting course at a four-year institution. Students can easily waste their time (and money!) taking the wrong courses. Students intending to transfer need to start making these plans as early as the second semester of their freshman year.
Even though I work specifically with TRiO transfer students, I am always more than willing to talk to any student who is needing accurate transfer information.
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