Transfer Guideposts

1. Start the transfer process early.
Transfer activities to do in your first semester at CCD include:

- Meet with the Career Development Center to decide the major that is best for you.
- Meet with your educational case manager to map out your individual education plan.
- Work hard in your classes to earn good grades.
- Get involved in extracurricular activities.

2. Connect with transfer institutions.
Transfer activities to do in your second semester at CCD include:

- Research transfer institutions by visiting their websites.
- Go visit your top three transfer institutions to learn more.
- Contact transfer institutions with any questions.
- Identify your first choice out of the different transfer institutions.

3. Complete all transfer requirements on time.
Transfer activities to do in your remaining semesters at CCD include:

- Determine deadlines for admissions and financial aid.
- Follow your individual education plan and take all - and only - required coursework.
- Maintain your GPA to meet admissions requirements.
- Complete the admissions application early.
- Complete all financial aid documents – including scholarships – early.

4. Hit the ground running at your transfer institution.
Transfer activities to do after you transfer:

- Attend the orientation session for transfer students at the transfer institution.
- Meet with your academic advisor at the transfer institution.
- Connect with a student support program at the transfer institution.
- Get involved with extracurricular activities at the transfer institution.