Transfer Center
What We Offer
Transfer Planning and Materials
Resources and Links
Contact
Transfer Events
What is the Transfer Center?
The Transfer Center has put together information, links, and handouts to help you as you begin your college research. Remember, it is important to work closely with your counselor or advisor AND the college/university for which you plan to transfer.
Visiting university web sites and their campuses is the best way to gather information about a particular university so start researching. You will find information about the schools in Washington by viewing the college transfer schools in Washington (PDF).
Who Can Transfer?
Students earning an Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.), or an Associate of Applied Science Transfer (A.A.S.T.) degrees should contact their advisor/counselor for information about transfer opportunities. It is possible to transfer without completing a degree, but most universities prefer if you have completed your degree or prerequisites prior to transferring. Please view the information on this page for additional information.
Direct Transfer Agreement:
Students who complete an approved Associate’s degree from a Washington state community college are eligible to transfer to most Washington four-year universities under the Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA). Qualifying students transferring with a transfer degree will be given 90 credits towards their 180 credit baccalaureate degree. This does not necessarily guarantee admission to a program or major, so please check with each school. If you wish to transfer to a school not listed on the DTA, please work closely with an advisor/counselor and that school to ensure a smooth transfer process.
What We Offer
- College Visits from Admissions Representatives
- Representatives will visit our campus to meet with students, provide information, and answer any questions. Please see Calendar of Events for updated information.
- Educational Planning
- Advisors and counselors help students map out their courses to ensure that all necessary classes are met for completion of their Associate's degree AND are ready for their intended major at the university they plan to attend.
- Personal Statement Workshops and Assistance
- Students may make an appointment to meet with an advisor to brainstorm ideas and craft their personal statements.
- College Research and Application Assistance
- are happy to help you research colleges in which to apply as well as answer any questions you might have about your applications.
Transfer Planning and Materials
Important Materials
Transfer Guide: Information on the transfer process including choosing your major, writing the personal statement, applying to colleges, and resources to assist you in this process. Download the Transfer Guide (PDF)
Transfer Timeline: View the Transfer Timeline by academic credits (PDF) to track your progress towards transfer
In State: Public Schools - Private Schools
Out of State: Public Schools - Private Schools
Glossary for Transfer Students: Your guide to the vocabulary words (PDF) used in the transfer process.
Foreign Language Requirements: Information on Foreign Language admission requirements at various four-year universities (PDF).
Choosing a college
In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you as a student and a person, it is imperative to spend time evaluating yourself and your goals. The links below provide some tips and questions to ask yourself to help you with this process. Please also see our Resources and Links below for help with your college search.
Major Preparation
A new trend among four-year universities is the preference, or requirement, for students to be “major-ready”. This means that, in addition to completing the degree requirements for your transfer degree, you also need to be ready to apply or join your major when you transfer. Many majors have prerequisite classes you must take prior to being admitted to that particular major or program. Schools will list these requirements on their web site.
Example Listing of Prerequisite courses:
In addition, the following links may be helpful as you prepare for your major. Please remember to check with each four-year school to ensure you are taking the correct courses as information may change without notice.
Major Guides
Resources & Links
4-year degrees at SSCC
University of Washington Links
Course Equivalencies
Use these links to look up the courses you are taking at South and how they will transfer to your university.
Useful Sites:
Contact Us
All of the advisors and counselors at South are ready to help you plan your transfer!
To make an appointment with an advisor or counselor, please call:
206-934-5387.
For information about transfer events and opportunities, please contact Elaine Gottschalk, Student Success Specialist/Advisor/Transfer Coordinator, at elaine.gottschalk@seattlecolleges.edu
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