Dear Transferring Student:
On the next several pages, there are five specific steps you should follow to help make your transfer experience to a four-year institution a positive one. As you complete each step, record the outcome in the spaces provided; then keep this list as documentation of your results. Before you begin with "Step One," keep these important things in mind:

• The responsibility for getting accurate transfer information is yours! You need to verify all transfer information with the school to which you want to apply.
• Plan your course selection carefully. Work with your faculty advisor to ensure meeting CSM's graduation requirements while satisfying general education requirements, and any prerequisites for your major, at the four- year school.
• Keep your grades as high as possible. Seek help from your instructors and the Academic Support Center when needed. Save all of your course syllabi-they may help to justify transfer credit later.
• Explore alternatives; widen your search for transfer opportunities, and you may find a school that is perfect for you. Plan on applying to more than one school.
• Stay organized by keeping files of all correspondence you have with your new college(s).
• Find out about all deadlines and stay ahead of them.
• Familiarize yourself with these resources available on campus:
• Advisement and Career Services
• Transfer Services
• Transfer Resources
• Career Services
• Academic Advisement
• Student Success Center

	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.