Transfer Planning Begins Early
Students are encouraged to discuss transfer goals during the first advising appointment. Counselors help identify possible majors, general education patterns, and realistic course loads.
- Identify possible majors and universities during the first year.
- Review general education and major preparation before each registration period.
- Keep copies of course descriptions, transcripts, and advising plans.
- Discuss application timing at least two terms before transfer.
General Education and Major Preparation
Transfer-intending students balance broad general education courses with lower-division major preparation. Advisors help students avoid unnecessary units whenever possible.
Application Readiness
Workshops cover transcript review, personal statements, application deadlines, recommendation planning, and communicating academic progress.
Students are encouraged to maintain a transfer file with deadlines, required records, personal statement drafts, financial planning notes, and questions for university representatives.
Ongoing Support
Students revisit transfer plans each term, especially when changing majors, adjusting schedules, or preparing applications.
Choosing a Transfer Destination
Advisors help students compare public and private universities, location, major availability, admission expectations, cost, and the number of completed units likely to apply toward a bachelor’s degree.
Transfer Advising Services
Services include educational planning, transcript review, major exploration, application workshops, university research, and referrals for financial aid or scholarship planning.
After Admission
Once admitted, students should confirm final transcript instructions, orientation requirements, housing or transportation plans, financial deadlines, and any remaining course conditions.