Career questions tagged college-transfer
How do you stay motivated while pursuing a demanding degree?
For context, I come from a low-income background and am pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine. I know that this career path is difficult in terms of coursework and requires many years of schooling. I am transferring from a Community College to a 4-year institution this fall, with veterinary school following afterward. As I am transferring into such a specific major so my academic pathway requires at least 2.5 years, with the addition of taking Summer and Winter classes, with veterinary school being 4 years. My financial background also sets me back in struggling to pay for school and likely needing to work full time, which hinders my studies. Veterinary school is noted to be very competitive, and most people get rejected in their first year of applying. I am trying to stay optimistic throughout the hardships and also want to make the most of my time in college. Overall, how do you stay motivated in such a difficult career path while also balancing personal life, work, and getting involved on campus? #Spring25
How should I prepare for medical school if I switched majors halfway through college?
Good morning everyone, I recently decided to go on a career path to become a physician. I'm currently in my 2nd year of college and will transfer to a 4 year university (UTA Arlington) in the Spring of 2026. I'm currently attaining my Associates of Science and have taken a majority of science classes and some math classes. When I transfer to a 4 year, I will need to take only math and science classes since I've finished all my core classes. While researching, I found that people on the pre-med track take the MCAT during their junior or senior year. I'm soon to be a junior in college, but I haven't prepared for the MCAT as I recently decided to head on this career path. Because of this, will I have to take it in my senior year or take a gap year before applying to med school so I can study for the MCAT? Other than the MCAT, I found that students would already be doing research during their undergrad or have apprenticeship/internships. I haven't done any of those yet, but I've been researching opportunities near me. I found a PCT apprenticeship near me, but there are currently no openings. In the meantime, I plan on getting a certificate in BLS/CPR. Are there any other ways I should prepare myself for med school? Thank you for your time.
If I pursue a degree at a 2-year college, when transferring to a 4-year college is it possible to stay there for 4 years if you are playing sports? #Spring25
I am planning to attend a 2 year college to run track and field before transferring to a 4-year college. So, I wanted to know if it would be possible to stay there for 4 years or I would be done after 2 years although I am still eligible to run for 2 more years. #Spring25
Tips for transferring after community college?
I am a high school student who plants to attend Orange Coast College in the fall. What are the best ways to ensure getting into top four-year universities as a transfer student, such as clubs and extracurriculars?
What are the top qualities that universities look for when evaluating transfer candidates?
I am looking to transfer to a different college after my freshman year. What could I do to best position myself for the transfer application?
How can I get the best graduate school offer?
I am a college transfer student pursuing Mechanical Engineering. My mom remarried a few months ago, and consequently, my SAI went from $8,000 to $45,000. Thus, I received no financial aid, and I must take out student loans to completely pay for my schooling, as my mom cannot support me. I am worried about the debt, and I want to know what approach I can take to ensure I can pursue my master's degree without more loans, allowing myself to start chipping away at my student debt directly out of undergrad. How can I best accomplish this?
What is the best way to know if a school is right for you?
I am currently attending a notoriously great school for my major, but I don't know if it is the right fit for me.
how do I find a local internship?
How easy is it to find a local architecture internship? I am a freshman transferring from community college and im looking for something online and part time.
I'm thinking of taking the 2+2 route, starting at a CC and transferring to a 4-year for my bachelor's. What should I be prepared for? Tips? Advice? Is this the right choice?
I'm a high school senior, 4.3 GPA and going to a CC and transferring feels like I'm failing at life. Dramatic, I know, but there's a lot of pressure on me to go straight to a 4-year. While CC truly is not my top choice, my parents can hardly provide any support for 4-year tuition and I'm not sure how far scholarships can get me. Please give ANY advice you have to work through this problem!
What are some of the most challenging things you go through when transferring schools?
Hi my name is Emma and I am a freshman in college. I played softball this year at my current university and I am planning to transfer after this semester and not play sports anymore.
does anyone know if its possible to contact a UF principal if im in 9th grade?
I'm trying to contact them to understand the school better and see if its possible for me to transfer credits.
What should I be getting my associates in?
So, I am a first yr college student and I picked undecided when I enrolled and currently an getting Associate of Arts degree. I have always wanted to be a veterinarian but just wasn't sure when enrolling if that's what i'll for sure do and wondering where to go from here? Do I need to do math and sci classes while continuing my degree or switch to Animal science or Associate of science (which is a transferable degree) if this is something I'm seriously considering instead? I am clueless
How was transferring from community college to a four year college?
As of right now, it seems that I will be getting my gen eds at a technical college and transfer to complete my bachelors for the last two years. How was your experience as a transfer student?
Best college program as a double-major undergrad transfer student?
I’m currently a third-year undergrad student, double majoring in Criminology & Film. I currently have 90 out of 120 credits to graduate at my current university but I have to withdraw and find a new school for personal reasons. I'm currently double-majoring in both Criminology and Film. My criminology degree falls under my university's “Justice & Law” degree, criminology being one of the concentrations (“International Terrorism” & “Legal Studies” being the other two). My film major falls under their School of Communication, as a degree in “Film & Media studies”. I was wondering if someone out there could help me find a school with classes most similar to what I’ve been studying already. I'm looking for a school that offers a Bachelor's in both Criminology & Film or something similar. I feel very overhwled! The best case scenario would be to find a school that will let me retake the least amount of courses/credits in order to graduate, since most transfer students are required to take extra courses that extend their graduation date. Any help is appreciated!
Good day everyone. I'm 2nd year college student and I'm planning to transfer to another school and shift to another course/major this 2nd semester. I'm currently taking Bachelor of Science in Psychology and I plan on shifting to Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting or Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. To all of those Industrial-engineering and BSMA students, I'm asking for your thoughts and advice about this one. Do you think it's a good idea? Thank you in advance for those who will respond. Have a great day ahead!
I'm from Philippines. I'm planning to transfer in Batangas State University JLPC Malvar. I'm a fast learner but ofc this majors would still give me a headache. I badly need your advice guys😭. Additional question. Which one do you guys think has more job opportunities in the Philippines, Management Accounting or Industrial-engineering?
How difficult is your life as a lawyer?
I am a newly graduate from high school. I have been accepted into community college for basic teachings for my gpa to increase. Then I plan to transfer somewhere to get my bachelors. I want to know how did you do in law school, and how it has effected your work. Do you ever feel threatened as a prosecutor?
Why do college credit transfer and not degrees?
I am a freshman at a community college
What are the most suitable majors for transitioning from engineering?
Suppose a person has completed the physics I-III sequence, the calculus I-III sequence, differential equations, probability and statistics, linear algebra, along with several engineering-specific credits. Which majors should they consider transitioning to where they have already met many of the required courses? Unfortunately, transitioning to one of the business majors is less feasible due to the amount of required courses & lack of overlap, and their IQ probably isn't high enough for a mathematics or physics major.
How do you know what college to transfer to?
If I would like to transfer to a different college after community college should I pick only based on academics or should I consider the size of the campus and other aspects aswell.
How do business majors work?
I am currently a graphic design student at Mt. San Antonio College planning to transfer to a four year university in the fall of 2025. However, I realized that I want to switch my major to business since I heard it is one of the best majors to do. I still feel unsure what I want to do in my future
Can I get an associate's in psychology and transfer to a four-year university to receive a bachelor's degree?
I'm planning on attending community college for 2 years and doing another 2 years at university. I'm hoping I can get an associate's degree in psychology while at community college and then transfer to a university. Can I get an associate's in psychology and transfer to a four-year university to receive a bachelor's degree?
If you were a transfer student (community college to a 4-year university), what was your experience like?
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Hi I'm planning to shift course but I only got into a ladderized course (Diploma in Industrial Facilities Technology) and planning to get a BS Customs Ad, Is it possible for me to shift course from Ladderized to BS?
Hi I'm planning to shift course but I only got into a ladderized course (Diploma in Industrial Facilities Technology) and planning to get a BS Customs Ad, Is it possible for me to shift course from Ladderized to BS?
What are the disadvantages of transferring into a 4 year university from a 2 year?
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I need to know which classes can assist me in as a History Ed Major.
I am transferring from a community college to a four year college. I have completed an Associates Degree so I have my general education prerequisites completed. Upon transferring to a four year college next year, I am not able to transfer into the History Education Department until I take one semester at their college and obtain a 2.8gpa. Until then, I am wondering what classes would probably enhance my ultimate goal of completing my Hist Ed degree. #college-transfer #history #education #history-education #classes #courses
I have recently changed my major to Public Relations and begin the program in this upcoming fall. As a transfer student what are some tips you recommend for students entering into the College of Journalism and Communications?
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Do transfer studnets adjust to their new college well?
I will being going to my local community college and then hopefully to an four year school out-of-state but I am worried about how I will able to adjust. If anyone has had experience with transferring some advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! #college-transfer #transfer #twoyearcollege #fouryearcollege #college-advice
Best way to prepare for the transition for a 2 year to a 4 year institution?
I am going to be transferring to a university this fall and am afraid I'm not going to know what to do and how to juggle my classes. The past 2 years I haven't had to study very hard and my schedules weren't difficult. #college-transfer #agriculture
What are the chances of getting a degree in one thing at one school, and majoring at something completely different at another school?
I really want to be a computer animator but can't exactly afford the money to pay for a prestigious art school. My second interest is psychology, and I was wondering if I got a degree in psychology, how easy it would be to get accepted and graduate with a computer animation degree from the art school, since I could then support myself with a job in psychology? #college-transfer #artscollege #psychology