Transferring from Kapiolani CC to UH

I'm currently attending Kapiolani Community College and considering transferring to the University of Hawaii. Does anyone know the process for this transfer, or have any tips on what to prepare for to make the transition smooth?

Transferring from a community college to a 4-year university is an important step. Given that you're already in the Hawaii public college system, the process may be relatively straightforward.

First, make sure you're meeting with an academic advisor at Kapiolani Community College regularly. They can assist you in determining requirements and selecting courses that will fit your degree plan at your target 4-year school, in this case, University of Hawaii.

Keep track of your GPA. Being a transfer student, universities will take into consideration your GPA from your community college, so keeping it as high as possible is beneficial.

University of Hawaii has a program called Auto-admission. If you have completed any articulated associate degree from the University of Hawai‘i Community College (UHCC) system, you may be eligible for automatic admission. Ask your counselor at Kapiolani if you can take advantage of this.

Also, to prepare for your transition, familiarize yourself with the institutional policies and procedures at the University of Hawaii. This includes deadlines, programs available, admission requirements, academic calendar, and so on.

Lastly, ensure all your financial aid and scholarships are transferable to the University of Hawaii. The University of Hawaii has a Net Price Calculator on their website which can give you an estimate of your college costs and the financial aid for which you might qualify.

Also keep in mind that transferring schools can be a big adjustment academically and socially. In the months leading up to your transfer, you might want to attend events, visit the campus, or join online communities to start meeting people. It can also be helpful to get familiar with key resources on campus, like the campus library, tutoring centers, office hours for professors, and student support services.

Remember, quite a lot of students take the community college to four-year university route, so there are plenty of resources available to assist you in your transition.