Transfer Edge

What will I learn?

SEEK FUNDING: Completing the FAFSA

• Learn the purpose of the FAFSA-Free Application for Federal Student Aid
• Determine your status as a Dependent or Independent Student
• Explore sources based on your demographics
• Successfully complete the FAFSA

SEARCH: Research Your Transfer Options

• Identify best practices for starting the transfer search
• Create a personal transfer timeline
• Demonstrate mastery of selective college admissions
• Explore self-advocacy as a key transfer tool

SELECT: Choose Schools that Match Your Goals

• Evaluate the transfer credit process
• Demonstrate understanding of major selection as it relates to transfer
• Explore best practices for comparing universities
• Examine strategies for making university visits productive

SECURE: Submit Winning Transfer and Scholarship Applications

• In this module, students will…
• Identify best practices for writing transfer essays
• Evaluate the process of applying for scholarships
• Demonstrate mastery of scholarship resume building
• Understand the elements of a strong transfer admission application

SUCCEED: Ensure a Successful Transition to University

• Demonstrate mastery of transfer transition best practices
• Explore the resources available to transfer students
• Identify first steps to take upon arriving at university
• Examine the elements of a strong resume