The Fall 2009 Transfer Advising Days have been scheduled at the MD community colleges. To see when I will be at your school please click on the Transfer Advising Day page located at the top of the blog. You can also click here for a direct link.
Hope to see you in the Fall!
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If you have not already read Steps 1 and Steps 2 please do so if you like before reading this post.
Orientation Course Selection day is quickly approaching and each year as we prepare we review the students feedback surveys as a way to gain insight on how we can make the programs better and meet the needs of transfer students. More and more I see students indicating that the first time they stepped foot on campus was for their orientation program. At this point they are registering for courses and really getting to know the University. My feeling is that students should be using this time to get to know their peers, faculty, and what it means to be a UMBC student-not exploring the campus for the first time.
The college visit is very important because it really allows you to get to know the university before deciding on attending. It allows you to find out if it’s the right fit and to see what opportunities await you. Visiting a college and/or universities isn’t just for the high school junior or senior. Transfer students also need to explore their options, see what makes a school unique, ask questions, talk with students etc.
So when is a good time to visit you ask? The first step is checking the colleges or universities websites. Many offer a special web page dedicated to visiting the campus. What do they have to offer for transfer students? Is there an open house? A visit day for transfers? or can transfers participate in general visits to the campus? Our transfer website advertises both our visit programs and transfer workshops. It’s never too early to start so don’t wait until your last semester to visit! Start as early as your first year at the community college so you can make a better decision when it comes time to apply and enroll.
Visiting one or more campuses will allow you to familiarize yourself with the school and learn more about the students, faculty, and institution. Most importantly it will allow you learn more about the university and their admissions process for transfer students-making the transition easier.
To view the transfer visit opportunities at UMBC click here.
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While our final deadline for transfer applications was May 31st, I have received many phone calls asking if we will still accept new applications, transcripts, etc. after the deadline. The answer is YES!
We are still accepting new applications on a space available basis for the Fall 2009 semester. Please submit a completed application along with your official transcripts. For application requirements and to apply on-line click here.
If you have already applied but are still working on completing your application, please continue to do so. As soon as your application becomes complete we will be able to make a decision and notify you very quickly after. Check your application status on-line via your UMBC account to see what may still be missing.
If you have been admitted-Congratulations! The next step for you is to make sure you have upgraded your MyUMBC account. From there, you will be able to indicate your enrollment intent and register for a summer orientation program. You will also need to print the enrollment form to send in with your $100 deposit to save your place for the Fall semester. Transfer Credit Reports will also be available on your MyUMBC account and you should receive this before your orientation program.
As always if you have any specific questions, feel free to give us a call or e-mail admissions@umbc.edu.
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