Junior college
could be your first big step towards obtaining a bachelor's degree.
Some students attend junior college to save money on introductory coursework. Others may attend junior college because of low grades and test scores hoping to improve their chances of admission at a more exclusive institution by showing improvement in their college coursework. Whatever the reasons are for attending junior college, transferring to a university can be a complicated process. Appropriate research and planning on your part will make that process go much more smoothly. So get informed, make a plan for yourself and follow through, you'll be at university before you know it.
Instructions
Do your research
1. Research which universities accept junior college transfer students and what their requirements for grade point average, GPA, coursework, and extra curriculars are, if any.
2. Check to make sure these universities offer the degree program you're seeking, and will accept the coursework you've already completed.
3. Take detailed notes. Star or highlight any universities that especially interest you. Check mark the universities that you're eligible to attend.
4. Write down a list of possible universities you are both eligible for and interesting in attending. Try to choose only universities that will accept the majority of your credits. This will save you time and money.
5. Double check your notes on the universities, their programs and policies.
6. Meet with a counselor from your junior college about the universities on your list that you are interested in and eligible to attend.
7. Take notes of any advice or suggestions your counselor may give. Take this opportunity to ask your counselor about his willingness to write you a letter of recommendation if you need one to apply as a transfer student.
8. Call or meet in person with the admissions office of the schools you want to transfer to if you still have any questions about transfers that aren't answered in their online materials. Take notes for future reference.
Apply for your transfer
9. Go to the schools' websites you are interested in for information on the application process, or if you prefer, call the school to request this information via postal mail.
10. Follow all instructions carefully and make sure to send all requested materials with your application, including high school and college transcripts, essays, letters of recommendation, test scores, and any application fees. An incomplete application could delay and negatively affect your application.
11. Photocopy all your materials and keep them in a safe place.
12. Put your materials into an envelope, and have it weighed at the post office to make sure it has adequate postage and will arrive before the deadline for applications.
13. Complete any additional requests for application materials in a timely manner.
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