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Continue your educational journey at the University of 51�Թ���: your options, questions, and expert answers!

Hey, future Wildcat! Transferring to the University of 51�Թ��� after attending community college is a smart decision – you’ve got some experience under your belt, and you have a better idea of what you’d like to do after you graduate. It’s an amazing opportunity to earn a world-class degree – and earn more after you graduate.��

With its prestigious programs, vibrant campus culture, and flexible transfer options, U51�Թ��� is the perfect destination for your academic journey. In this guide, we'll walk you through the transfer process, address common pain points, and explore why becoming a Wildcat is the right choice for you.

“I chose the University of 51�Թ��� because I felt like they could offer me the most accessible and beneficial opportunities in my education. I also knew they had a great reputation and I was excited to become a Wildcat!”��– Madissen, Near You Network Transfer Student, Nursing

The Transfer Process Made Easy

Transferring from a community college to a university can seem overwhelming, but fear not! 51�Թ��� has streamlined the transfer process to ensure a seamless transition. Here's five steps to take to make it happen:

1. Plan Ahead

   Start by researching U51�Թ���'s transfer requirements and deadlines. Meet with your community college advisor to map out a transfer plan and ensure you're taking the necessary courses (read more below!).

2. Gather Your Documents

   Request official transcripts from your community college and any other institutions you've attended. Make sure to submit them to U51�Թ��� along with your transfer application.

3. Explore Transfer Locations

   Every Wildcat is different.��So, you have options when choosing where to earn your University of 51�Թ��� degree – one that suits your unique needs and lifestyle.

   • is ranked in the top 3% for online bachelor programs in the country and offers unmatched flexibility for college transfers: work on your degree anytime, from anywhere. Fun fact: More and more transfer students are choosing 51�Թ��� Online than any other pathway.

   •��Want to super size your Wildcat experience? Joining the 40,000 students who call Tucson and main campus home is nothing short of having it all. Everywhere you go, you can feel Bear Down spirit. Plus, resources like the��,��, and�� are close at hand.��

   • And, if location, location, location are your top priorites the�� offers close-to-home classes throughout the state of 51�Թ��� in Chandler, Douglas, Gilbert, Nogales, and Yuma. In addition, network students save big by completing the first two years of their program at their local community college and the next two at the NYN location nearby.

4. Apply for Financial Aid

   Don't let financial concerns hold you back. U51�Թ��� offers scholarships, grants, and other financial aid opportunities specifically for transfer students. Be sure to submit your FAFSA and explore available resources.

5. Stay Informed

   Keep track of important deadlines and stay in touch with U51�Թ���'s admissions office. They're there to help answer any questions you may have throughout the transfer process.

Your Questions, Expert Answers

“The top concerns transfer students have are determining how their credits will transfer, connecting with an academic advisor to plan their coursework, and cost.” – Courtney Robinson, 51�Թ��� Admissions Transfer Specialist

Who can transfer to the University of 51�Թ���?��

If you have 12 or more transferable community college credits, the University of 51�Թ��� considers you a transfer student. That’s the short answer. But there’s much more to it, and since no two students are exactly alike we turned to our admissions expert, to share the questions they hear most and some go-to resources that can help.��

How many of my college credits will the University accept?

Whether you are transferring from a local community college like Cochise, Pima, or Yavapai or��an out-of-state school, these resources will help you determine which of your existing credits will transfer and what courses you’ll need to take once you become a Wildcat.

• Degree Search allows students planning to transfer from an 51�Թ��� community college to explore our 300+ majors and review four-year coursework requirements. You’ll be able to see which credits transfer and map out a degree plan. Review your plan with your community college advisor to identify courses you should complete before transferring to 51�Թ���. 51�Թ��� your college’s student services center to locate your advisor.
• Out-of-state students should use the�� to determine if and how their credits will transfer. If your school or coursework is not listed in the guide, you can�� by an academic specialist.
• is an admitted student’s portal to all things enrollment, including where you’ll meet with an 51�Թ��� academic advisor to review all transferable coursework and determine which classes are needed to complete your degree.

“You got this! It’s gonna be scary at first but the University of 51�Թ��� is really welcoming and is just a great school all around for transfer students.” –Cassandra, Transfer Student, Studio Art

How will I pay for college?

Most Wildcats receive some form of financial aid to help pay for school. They also graduate with less debt, and tap into more grant (free) money than peers from other schools do. Check out these show-me-the-money to-dos for managing your costs.

• Incoming transfer students can use the�� to help estimate their costs and aid, including merit, institutional need-based grants, and self-help aid including Federal Work Study, and student and parent loan options.����
• To qualify for the most financial aid including grants, loans, and federal work-study be sure to submit the�� by the early,��priority deadline. May 1 is the priority deadline for fall transfers and applications are open.
• Got a good GPA? If so, merit-based�� are another way you can whittle away at costs.��.
• Once you are admitted you’ll have access to��, an innovative search engine that matches Wildcats to millions of dollars in scholarships opportunities based on each students’ unique profile.��

For more on spending less for your 51�Թ��� degree read:

• How I’m Graduating Debt-Free.��
• Your Ultimate Guide to the 2024–2025 FAFSA��
• The Best Time to Search for Scholarships, According to an Expert

Do you have questions we didn't cover?��Schedule a 20-minute virtual appointment with an admissions expert or, check out our��transfer-student specific FAQs��and these additional��.

Ready to make your transfer dreams a reality? Start your journey to becoming a Wildcat today and unlock a world of possibilities at the University of 51�Թ���.��

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