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Transfer Planning Tips
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It is important to begin early planning of your
next steps beyond Moraine Valley. Most colleges and universities provide
detailed information regarding transfer and
transfer guides to students over
the Web. Additional resources are available online
and in printed form in the Academic Advising Center. Completing a college degree is a unique
experience for each student. For best results, plan according to the
requirements for your major at your intended transfer institution. Although
selecting the appropriate courses is your responsibility, there are many
resources available to help you.
Regardless of where you are in the major
decision-making process, here are some basic tips that can help as you progress
toward completion of your degree.
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First Semester or Completion of 15 Credit
Hours
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Complete COL-101
course. This course is designed to help you make a successful transition to
the college environment and develop the skills and strategies necessary for
success in college. As part of the course, you will participate in an
educational planning session with an academic advisor.
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Contact
an academic advisor if you still have questions about your educational
plan.
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Learn the specific
requirements for an Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate in Science (A.S.) or
Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) degree. They are available in the Educational
Planning Guide for Transfer Students and the college catalog.
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Begin completing
general education courses appropriate for your major.
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If you are
undecided about your major, take advantage of the many resources available
to help you in the Counseling and
Career Development Center, including:
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Learn about
college resources and publications. Numerous printed materials are available
on campus.
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If you are
transferring courses to Moraine Valley from another college, be sure to
submit official transcripts and a Transfer Credit Evaluation Request at the
Admissions Office.
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Explore
requirements/opportunities for your intended major at different transfer
institutions. Be aware that some colleges and universities don't offer all
majors. Some, like architecture or veterinary medicine, are offered at very
few universities throughout the United States. Take advantage of the many
resources available to help you with your exploration, including:
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Individual
academic advising
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Educational
planning sessions conducted as part of COL-101
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Numerous online
educational-planning resources
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Attend transfer
conferences held in October and March each year. At these conferences,
representatives from four-year universities are available to answer your
questions.
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If you are
planning to attend Governors State University, Northern Illinois University
or Western Illinois University, submit an application for dual admission.
This will allow you to receive advisement from both Moraine Valley and that
four-year college while you're enrolled here.
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Have fun! Get
involved in campus activities. Get to know your instructors and other
students on campus.
Second Semester or Completion of 15-30
Credit Hours
- If you haven't already done so, select a
major.
- Select a transfer institution.
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Visit your
intended transfer institution and talk with both a transfer admissions
representative and an advisor for your intended program of study. It's
important to "get a feel" for the campus and make sure that it is
where you want to be.
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Meet
with the representative from your intended transfer institution if they
visit Moraine Valley.
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Refine your
educational plan so that it is specific to your major at your intended
transfer institution. Know both the admission and graduation requirements.
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Consider
developing an alternate plan in case your first-choice transfer institution
doesn't work out.
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Evaluate
first-semester academic performance and seek assistance in areas where you
need additional help.
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Have more fun!
Meet more students. Try to meet someone who will be transferring to the same
four-year university as you!
Third Semester of Completion of 30-45 Credit
Hours
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Submit application
to four-year college of choice.
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Meet
with the representative from your intended transfer institution if they
visit Moraine Valley.
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Explore
student-housing options if applicable.
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Find out about
scholarships and financial aid for the four-year college. Many four-year
colleges offer scholarships specifically for transfer students.
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Send Moraine
Valley transcript and transcripts from any other college attended. Most
universities require you to send transcripts at the end of each semester
from the time of application until the time you actually begin your
enrollment there. Be sure to check the requirements of your intended
transfer institution.
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Review your
program completion status with an academic advisor. Ask for an Academic
Progress Report showing what courses you have completed and what courses you
still have ahead of you!
Fourth Semester or Completion of 45 Hours or
More
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Petition to
graduate at Cashier's Office EARLY in the semester. Deadlines are identified
in the semester class schedule but are generally February 1 for spring
graduation (May), June 1 for summer graduation (August), and September 1 for
fall graduation (December).
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Send final
transcript to four-year college.
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Meet
with the representative from your intended transfer institution if they
visit Moraine Valley to make sure you are set to go!
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Visit the
four-year college campus to begin preparing for your transition to the new
college.
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Be sure to
participate in an open house and transfer student orientation sessions at
your selected four-year university. Even though you will be an experienced
college student at this point, there still will be many things you will need
to learn about your new college campus.
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CELEBRATE your
success at Moraine Valley Community College. Know that Moraine Valley has
prepared you well to continue your success at the four-year college.
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