Choose the destination as well as the starting point
Find out which programs your target university offers and whether there are formal transfer arrangements. Ask both institutions to explain how the pathway works for your intended major.
Check every course before assuming it transfers
Ask whether a course counts toward general education, major requirements, or only elective credit. Keep written guidance and use official course equivalency tools where available.
Map admission and financial aid separately
Confirm transfer application dates, minimum requirements, required documents, and scholarship or aid deadlines. Ask how transferring affects the time and cost needed to finish your degree.
Questions for both advisers
- Which exact courses should I take before transferring?
- What grades and number of credits are required?
- Is admission guaranteed under a specific agreement, or still competitive?
- What happens if I change my major?
- What could extend my time to graduation?