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What to Do - By Credits Earned

It’s never too early to start thinking about transferring. Follow these steps to guide you in the process.

0-15 Credits

Meet with your Academic Advisor to determine your plan of study.
Meet with the Center for Career Development to explore careers that pertain to your interests, skills, and education and start-researching majors.
Begin using DegreeWorks to ensure your classes with apply to your degree.
Attend the Transfer Fair in October and the monthly visits from transfer admissions representatives to learn more about colleges and universities.
Meet with a Transfer Counselor in the Academic Counseling Center for assistance.

16-45 Credits

Continue to work with your Academic Advisor to make sure you are progressing towards your degree.
Meet with a Transfer Counselor in the Academic Counseling Center for assistance.
Talk with admissions representatives from school(s) you are interested in.
Verify your progress on DegreeWorks.
Visit four-year schools and gather information about the school, the major requirement, deadlines.

46-60 Credits

Complete applications for your colleges and universities. Understand all applicable deadlines.
If you have any questions, make an appointment with a Transfer Counselor at the Academic Counseling Center.
Order official transcripts to be sent to colleges you are applying to.
Ask faculty, staff, employers, etc for letters for recommendation.
Complete your FAFSA and begin applying for scholarship.
If you are graduating from NCC, apply for graduation.