Transfer students should

• meet minimum requirements for acceptance
• file complete applications by posted deadlines
• have official transcripts from all previous colleges/universities sent to College of Charleston

The following are good suggestions for your students who plan to transfer to College of Charleston:

Investigate

• Check out degree offerings and requirements. Use the internet to visit the web site.
• If undecided about your major area of study, select a school that offers a wide range of majors.
• Visit the school and check out the facilities and academic programs first-hand. Make certain that the school is a match for your expectations and your academic goals.
• Find out what careers and graduate programs require specific majors and which are flexible.

Connect

• Connect with current academic advisors and inform them of your plan to earn a four-year degree. They can then assist you in course selection.
• Connect with admissions and academic advisors at your intended four-year school to find out about admissions requirements and which courses transfer from your current school.
• Look into academic and student support services.
• Make connections with faculty in your intended major area of study for input on creating a workable plan of academic progress toward your degree.

Plan

• Your strategies for balancing work and school and other responsibilities you might have.
• Your financial strategies to pay for your education. Check out what financial aid is available to you as a transfer student.
• Your steps toward your degree completion based on what courses are required and when they are offered to maximize your academic experience.
• Consider some "what if" roadblock scenarios and how you might avoid or overcome them. Get psyched up for success!