Must do:

• File Graduation Application by the deadline date published in the schedule of classes and college catalog if applicable. Applications are available in the Advisement and Career Services Office.


• Follow up promptly with any requests for additional information from any of the colleges/universities to which you've applied.


• Keep a file on each school with information on when you applied, copies of all applications and correspondence, and dates and names of individuals with whom you've had phone contact.


• Send your admission deposit to reserve your place at the desired school, if requested.


• Send a final official transcript and a financial aid transcript to the school you choose to attend.

• Make an appointment in Advisement and Career Services if you need any help completing the transfer process.


• It is acceptable to check on the status of your application if you haven't heard from a college by mid-semester.


• Go to orientation to meet others and to learn about the new campus.

Identify the career and course of study you wish to pursue.

Gather information on potential schools & narrow choices to a "short list."

Choose 3-4 schools that are right for you & will help you meet your goals.

Complete and mail applications to your chosen schools.

Complete your CSM graduation requirements & complete the transfer process.

Resource:
Muriel M. Shishkoff. Transferring Made Easy. 1991 Peterson's Guides: Princeton, NJ.