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Best colleges for out-of-state transfer students?

I'm planning to transfer from my current college to another one in a different state. Can anyone suggest some colleges that are especially good for out-of-state transfer students in terms of support and integration?

a year ago

One school that's known to be welcoming to transfer students is the University of Southern California (USC), with approximately 1,500 transfer students being admitted each year. This is one of the highest transfer rates in the nation. They have a Transfer Peer Mentoring Program, which can help you adjust to the new environment during your first semester.

The University of California (UC) system has many options that support transfer students, especially those from community colleges. Its ten undergraduate campuses - Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, and Santa Cruz - all have an expansive range of support services to help transfer students. These services include pre-admission and transition advising, academic counseling, financial aid counseling, and social programs/organizations.

Another great option to consider is the University of Texas at Austin, which guarantees housing for out-of-state transfer students, a feature that's rare among large public universities. This school not only provides accommodation but also has programs to help students adjust to their new environment.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC Chapel Hill) has a dedicated Transfer Student Program with resources like academic advising, student organizations, and events specifically designed for transfer students.

It's worth noting that each college will have different support and integration resources available. So, when you're researching potential universities, pay special attention to the support services they offer for transfers in their admissions materials or on their official websites. Reach out directly to the school's admissions offices or dedicated transfer student offices if you have more specific questions.

a year ago

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