Knowing what to expect will help ease the way.
How do I decide where to transfer?
This will depend on why you are transferring. Is it due to financial circumstances or social circumstances? Maybe it is to move closer to home. Or, you might be changing your major and it isn't offered at your current institution. Use our Search PA College Profiles to compare colleges by location, program (major), and size. Once you've come up with a list of possibilities, visit each college's campus to get a good idea of the personality and feel to determine if it's right for you.
How will I know if my courses will transfer?
Finding out how your credits will transfer BEFORE you enroll in a new school is optimum; however, some schools don't do formal evaluations until after you become a student. Registering a login and adding your existing and expected coursework is the best way to track how your coursework will transfer based on destination schools. You can also save any supporting documents to easily share with an advisor or counselor.
Will my financial aid transfer?
Financial Aid doesn't precisely transfer between institutions because different colleges have their own ways of awarding aid. Contact the college's Financial Aid Office for their specific policies and offerings. You might qualify for a transfer merit scholarship, grants, loans, or work study. All colleges ask that you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year.