Understanding career and college transfer services at Lawson State

I've heard that Lawson State has a great career and college transfer services. Can anyone explain what these services entail and how they can help me transfer to a four-year college?

Lawson State Community College indeed has a robust suite of career and college transfer services, designed to support students in their journey from community college to a four-year institution.

With regards to career services, Lawson State students can avail of unique resources to aid their professional development including but not limited to resume and cover letter assistance, interview prep, job placement help, and career coaching. These services can help you understand the skills that are necessary for your desired career and can also connect you with potential employers.

For those wishing to transfer to a four-year college, Lawson State offers transfer advising. Transfer advisers can help guide you through the transfer process by assisting you in understanding application requirements, deadlines, and prerequisites. They will also work with you on selecting appropriate courses at Lawson State that will ensure the credits can transfer to your target four-year institution.

Another important resource is the transfer fair that Lawson State organizes. It's an optimal event for students to network with representatives from four-year colleges or universities, allowing them to discuss transfer requirements, ask questions about the process, and establish a connection with the school's admissions.

To get the most from these services, it's important to start utilizing them early - ideally soon after you begin at Lawson State. With regards to transferring, different schools have different requirements and deadlines, so the earlier you start planning, the smoother your transfer process will be.

Remember, these services are there to support you and it's okay if you need a little bit of help navigating your academic path. Taking advantage of these resources is one of the best ways you can prepare for a successful career or college transfer.