Search the college/university web site.

• Some universities have limits on number out-of-state transfers accepted.

• GPA requirement is sometimes higher for some majors/programs than institution requirements

• Look up their general education (core) courses

• Go to the department your major is in and look at requirements for your major to be sure your know what to take

  at NWACC that will transfer into your major- not just to the university.

• Check to see if they have a designated transfer counselor in admissions to help you.

  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.
  

  6 months before expected transfer (may be earlier at some institutions)
  

• Apply to institution by priority deadline, when possible

• In addition to your institution application send an official transcript (you are required to send official transcripts

  from all colleges attended). Usually your application will not be processed without an official transcript on file. Remember to send another transcript when you finish your semester or after each course or courses you finish at NWACC. You must keep your new institution transcript current.

• Send immunization records

When you receive your acceptance letter, you will be told to sign up for orientation or to sign up to see an advisor to

select classes.
You need to respond immediately so that you can select courses as soon as possible.

Your advisor may be a general transfer advisor or may be a faculty advisor in your major department. Travel to your new campus and take and a guided tour when possible. Most admission offices offer them regularly – just call.

If you are not able to go during scheduled tours, at least go on campus and walk around and familiarize yourself with buildings.

If you have questions or are looking for a way to connect to your new college, contact the NWACC Transfer Resources. Look for planned activities on campus and at your new college on the Transfer Resources web site.