Survival Guide for Transfer Students Where Do I

Survival Guide for Transfer Students Where Do I Go From Here? Purple Group

Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CCA) A statewide agreement governing the transfer of credits between NC community colleges and NC public universities and has as its objective the smooth transfer of students.

More Than One There is more than one articulation agreement between the NCCCS and Schools in NC. There are four other agreements that focus more on the specifics of the student’s program of study. Independent Articulation Agreement Uniform Articulation Agreement (Associates in Engineering) Uniform Articulation Agreement (Associates in Fine Arts in Visual Arts) Uniform Articulation Agreement (RN to BSN)

Purpose The Board of Governors and the State Board of Community Colleges are committed to further simplifying the transfer of credits for students and thus facilitating their educational progress as they pursue associate or baccalaureate degrees within and among public post-secondary institutions in North Carolina.

Need to Know Standards Students must have graduated from a North Carolina community college with an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree. Students must meet all requirements of the CAA. Students must have an overall GPA of at least 2. 0 on a 4. 0 scale, as calculated by the college from which they graduated, and a grade of “C” or better in all CAA courses. Standards for Associates in Arts and Associates in Science curriculum standards can be found in Appendix F of the CAA.

#1 CAA Transfer Universities UNC Charlotte Transfer Students: 1, 636

Other Top CAA Transfer Universities Eastern Carolina University - 1, 167 University of North Carolina Wilmington 1, 125

Other Top CAA Transfer Universities University of North Carolina Greensboro - 1, 022 Appalachian State University - 974

Transfer Pathways UNCC https: //admissions. uncc. edu/transfers/transfer-guides/nccc-pathways-degrees ECU http: //www. ecu. edu/cs-acad/registrar/Transfer-Credits. cfm UNCW http: //www. uncw. edu/admissions/NCCCDegree. Plans. html UNCG https: //admissions. uncg. edu/CAA/caa-curriculum-plans. php ASU https: //ncccfouryearguides. appstate. edu/guides/departments/tg NCCC http: //www. nccommunitycolleges. edu/academic-programs/career-college-promise

● One third of students transfer at some point in their college career ● 15% students lose almost all their credits when transfering

Scholarships What is a scholarship? “a grant or payment made to support a student's education, awarded on the basis of academic or other achievement. ” Dictionary. com

What are the types of scholarships -Academic scholarships. -Athletic scholarships. -Scholarships for minorities. -Scholarships for women. -Creative scholarships. -unusual( Undefined) Scholarships. -Community Service Scholarships.

Academic Scholarships For students with 4. 0 GPA’s, several extra curricular activities as well-rounded apps. Have the highest payouts Considered very prestigious National awards

Average Academic Performance Scholarships Take academic into consideration but also focus on other factors like community service, leadership on factors like community service, leadership , the strength of your essay etc

Athletic Scholarships -strong academics and physical skills (i. e. volleyball, football, gymnastics, cheerleading)

Minority Scholarships For minorities as a collective whole. Some are catered to individual ethnic groups.

Women Scholarships -strong academics and physical skills.

Creative Scholarships - Scholarships that give artists the opportunity to receive scholarships by competing or entering their works, videos, and music.

Community Service Scholarships - Appeals to those interested in giving back to the community. - Matches best to a student who already volunteers quite a bit in their community.

Unusual Scholarships - Designed for fun - Normally sponsored by private companies

Financial aid Check the deadlines with the schools you are planning to transfer to.

Sooo. . . How do I apply? 1. Get organized 2. Research and know what you are getting yourself into. 3. When writing essays, ask for honest feedback. 4. Just relax! Don’t let this stress you out! Once you get one scholarship done, you can do any of them.

When Do I Apply? Early & Often

Where is my Money? ! Don’t sweat it! Your college is sent your winnings and does the paperwork FOR YOU!!!

Dorm Life Dorm life can be very different for college freshman. Usually, freshman dorms are not as nice as the dorms designated for the upperclass housing. Typically, any given student will have one roommate and may have two adjoining suitemates. East Carolina Dorm Rooms Layout. Digital image. Web. 7 June 2017. http: //www. ecu. edu/cs-studentaffairs/campusliving/images/college-hill. jpg

Dorm Life Other layouts may have 2 -3 roommates in one room with one residential bathroom, kitchen, living area, game room, etc. In layouts like this, there a great deal of students sharing the same space and things can be messy and sometimes crowded. Resident Hall Room Layout. Digital image. Web. 7 June 2017. https: //hrl. uncg. edu/wp-content/uploads/halls/phillips. png

Transportation provided for students at the college level varies from college to college. Some colleges do not allow first year students to have their vehicles on campus. Colleges that do allow students to have their vehicles on campus usually have to pay a parking fee. For most colleges, there is a college transit service (ae Spartan Chariot, Appalcart), which students can use either for free or a transportation plan. UNC Charlotte Campus Tours. Digital image. Web. 7 June 2017. <http: //2. bp. blogspot. com/a 1 Zv. MWAa. Wkc/Uz. Wx. M 3 h_Z 2 I/AAAAAb. U/l-6 w. Hvq. Ftc. M/s 1600/Tour+shuttle. jpg>.

Transportation Again, most campuses vary as far as transportation goes, but for almost every campus, there are certain means of transportation that are available. For example, campuses embrace bike riding, which is an environmentally friendly mean for transportation and also a great way to exercise. There is also longboarding, hoverboarding, carpooling, and, of course, walking. Digital image. Web. 7 June 2017. <http: //uncw. edu/transportation/bikes. html>.

College Food! Each college has their own unique way of providing food for students. For the most part, students have the ability to set up meal plans according to their eating schedule and meal preference. Colleges offer this food through the school's cafe (or several cafes), and some meal plans may also work for the other restaurants on campus. Keep Calm It's Taco Tuesday. Digital image. Web. 7 June 2017. <http: //podvocacy. com/images/tacotuesday. png>.

Clubs and Organizations Each college is home to their own specific clubs, and it is all a matter of preference to the student to pick and choose which club they would like to join. There are clubs everywhere from glee clubs to a cappella clubs to equality clubs to science clubs. Earlier in the school year, schools will hold a club day where the clubs advertise their clubs for students to join. Similar to clubs, each school has a wide variety of sororities and fraternities. Furthermore, each house has their own specific days that students are allowed to join. Digital image. Web. 7 June 2017. <http: //www. ecu. edu/csstudentaffairs/greeklife/ifc/phigammadelta. cfm>.

Class Size One of the luxuries that we have at the community college level is the teacher to student ratio. Smaller class sizes in the community college level allows for a more intimate learning environment. That is not the case for 4 year institutions. Due to larger class sizes, it is important for students to learn better studying techniques as well as learn the best way to get in contact with their professor. There also several other techniques such as better note taking, study groups and tutors. Digital image. Web. 7 June 2017. <http: //wilsonarch. com/wpcontent/uploads/2014/04/UNC_VM 14_Expertise 1470 x 302. jpg>.

Student Loans Unfortunately, 4 year institutions are substantially more expensive than community college. It may be in your best interest to apply for student loans in order to help pay for college. First, however, be sure and apply for as much scholarship help as possible. It is also a good idea to only borrow what is absolutely essential. After all, you do have to repay them. Be sure and keep a copy of your student loan records so you can reference back to them when needed. Typically, student loan payments begin shortly after the student finishes college. Be sure and make payments on time because there are repercussions of missing student loan payments. Money Sign. Digital image. Web. 7 June 2017. <http: //amoreec. com. sg/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Money. Sign. png>.

References http: //www. schoolguides. com/Types_of_Scholarships. html https: //studentaid. ed. gov/sa/types/grants-scholarships/finding-scholarships