How is transfer counseling at Sierra College for new students?

I'm considering Sierra College and might eventually want to transfer. Does Sierra College offer good counseling services for new transfer students to help plan classes and meet requirements?

Sierra College offers robust support to students who plan to transfer to a 4-year university. The Transfer Center at Sierra College offers guidance and support through tutoring, workshops, advising, and transfer events throughout the year. For example, they host annual events like Transfer Day, where representatives from various colleges and universities come to provide students with information about their schools and how to transfer.

As a new student, you will have access to in-person counseling services. The counselors can help you explore your transfer options and map out an academic plan to ensure you meet the prerequisite courses and general education requirements to be able to transfer later on. They can also assist you with the transfer application process and review your application materials, like essays and the application itself before you submit them. You can get advice on course scheduling, meeting transfer deadlines, and updates on the ever-changing transfer admission practices of four-year universities.

The Transfer Center provides step-by-step assistance through workshops about the application process, what to expect once you transfer, and more. Keep in mind that you will need to take the initiative in arranging counseling appointments and making use of the wealth of services Sierra College provides.

Students speak highly of the support they receive from the Transfer Center, citing the knowledgeable staff and their passion for helping students succeed on their transfer journey.

So to answer your question, yes, Sierra College offers comprehensive counseling services for new students who are interested in transferring to a four-year institution. From academic planning to transfer application support, they offer a range of resources to help students navigate the transfer process.