CollegeVine Expert FAQ

I'm planning to transfer to SDSU at some point. Does anyone know how many college units are required for a transfer there? Just trying to plan my course load.

Does anyone know how many college students transfer to new schools each year? I'm curious about the overall percentage and what typically motivates the switch.

If I find my college too far from home, how typical is it to transfer to a school closer to home? Do many students make this decision?

I'm a bit unsure about my current college choice. How many students choose to transfer after just one year? Does it feel like starting over or is it easier than I'm imagining?

I'm considering starting at a community college and then transferring to a four-year school. How common is this path? Do students have good experiences with this transition?

Out of all the students who get an associate's degree, how many actually transfer to complete a four-year degree? I'm wondering what the chances are and if getting an associate degree will effectively …

I'm at a community college and looking to transfer to a university. How long do people usually spend at community college before they make the switch? I'm trying to make the best decision for my path.

I'm planning to transfer to another university and wondering how long the process takes to get my credits transferred. Does anyone have experience with this? I want to make sure all my classes count.

I'm considering transferring from a community college to a four-year university. How much longer does it typically take to graduate after making this move? I'm trying to plan out my next few years.

I'm in the process of applying as a transfer student and need to write my transfer essay. Does anyone know the ideal length for this essay? I'm trying to make sure it's concise but detailed enough.

If I take a break from school before transferring, how long do my credits remain valid? I'm afraid they might expire or become useless. Does anyone know how different colleges handle this situation?

Is there a cutoff for transferring from one college to another in terms of semesters or years? I'm worried I might be stuck if I decide too late. What deadlines should I be aware of for making a trans …

I'm curious about how grades transfer from community college to the University of Maryland. If you've gone through this, how important are the grades from community college? Does UMD make it difficult …

I'm thinking about starting off at a community college for computer science before transferring to a university. Does anyone have experience with this? How do transfer credits work, and is it a smooth …

I'm preparing to apply for a transfer to another college, and I'm wondering how much emphasis is placed on high school extracurriculars for transfer applications. Should I focus more on what I’ve done …

I'm considering transferring to Boston College and am curious about how competitive the process is. Does anyone have tips or know what Boston College looks for in their transfer applicants?

I'm at a community college and thinking of transferring to a university soon. Can anyone share the experiences or difficulties they've faced in this process? Tips on making a strong application would …

I'm planning to transfer to the UMich College of Engineering. Can anyone give me insight on how tough the transfer process is and what I might need to focus on to improve my chances?

I'm interested in transferring to Sarah Lawrence College next year. Can anyone share their experiences or knowledge about how competitive it is to transfer there and any tips for a successful applicat …

I'm currently at another college but want to transfer to Pomona College. I'd like to know how challenging the process is and if you have any tips on making my application stand out.