91重口 provides a pathway for students to transfer to a four-year college or university. 
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Transfer CounselingOverview

 

The advisors and counselors at 91重口 are well-trained to guide students in choosing the right classes that align with their future transfer plans. Additionally, 91重口 offers a range of resources such as college fairs, workshops, campus visits by four-year universities, and a resource library. Our tagline, "Start near. Go far." truly reflects our commitment to helping students achieve their academic goals.

 

Special University Programs

Many of these programs require you to join at least a year before you plan to transfer. Check out the details below and in the linked web pages, and follow up on these opportunities as soon as possible.

Students with a 2.0+ GPA are eligible to join DDP. Participating students receive early advising from a GSU transfer specialist while completing their 91重口 degree and locking in their future GSU tuition rate at a lower cost than through the traditional admissions process. 91重口 students who join DDP and meet additional requirements can compete for full-tuition GSU scholarships for their last two years at GSU. More than 80 91重口 students have earned full-tuition scholarships to GSU through DDP since 2010. Check out the for more information about their additional eligibility requirements. Check out the program's information at the link below, and and email GSU Transfer Specialist Sharita Walker at swalker3@govst.edu to learn more about or sign up for the program.


Qualifying high school students or 91重口 freshmen are encouraged to apply for this program. If accepted and upon successful completion of program requirements at 91重口, the student has a seat saved for them at either Midwestern鈥檚 Downers Grove (IL) or Glendale (AZ) campus for the Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. Students accepted into this program have their letters of recommendation waived, receive ongoing support from a Midwestern faculty mentor, and complete a simplified version of PharmCAS. Students can apply to this program as early as their high school senior year and as late as the end of their 91重口 freshmen year. Check out the program鈥檚 information at the link below and watch this video for more information. Email Brittany Cufaude at
bcufau@midwestern.edu with any questions.


91重口 students with a 2.0+ GPA and at least 9 college credits are eligible for this program. Students in this program have access to an NLU contact who will advise the student through the completion of their 91重口 transfer degree for their future NLU bachelor鈥檚 degree. Students will receive a D2S scholarship covering 25% of their NLU tuition if they join this program, graduate from 91重口, and begin NLU classes within one year of their 91重口 graduation. Students will need to graduate from NLU within three years to achieve the full benefit of the scholarship. Check out the program鈥檚 information at the link above below and email  Anna Figueroa at afigueroa@nl.edu with any questions.


91重口 students with a 3.0+ GPA in the final year of completing Roosevelt鈥檚 Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) prerequisite classes have the opportunity to apply for early acceptance into Roosevelt鈥檚 PharmD program. If accepted into the program, students need to complete their Pharmacy prerequisites at 91重口 as required by this Pharmacy Partners Program. Students in this program do not need to take the PCAT or apply through PharmCAS. Check out the program鈥檚 information at the link below and email cop@roosevelt.edu with any questions.


Students with a 2.0+ GPA, at least two full-time semesters, and 45 or fewer college credits are eligible to join SXU DDP. Joining earlier is highly recommended to get the greatest benefit from the program -- up to two years before the expected associate鈥檚 degree completion. Students will receive early advising from SXU. Participating in this program gives students access to additional . Students meeting additional requirements can apply for a . Qualifying students will have guaranteed admission to the major of their choice, with the exception of Nursing, which has selective admissions.  Check out the program鈥檚 information at the link below, watch this , and email Layla Barakat  at barakat@sxu.edu with any questions.


Saluki Step Ahead is designed for select online majors, which allows students to apply to SIU while completing their associate degree, secure a predetermined degree track, and complete a bachelor's degree, all at a lower cost due to an $8,000 scholarship ($4,000/year for two years). Apply during your first year at 91重口 to secure your spot in Saluki Step Ahead.


Qualifying students have the opportunity to have their future UIC admission guaranteed to specific majors through the TAG program. Full- or part-time 91重口 students can sign up for this program one to three years before their planned transfer to UIC and receive additional assistance from a UIC TAG advisor while still attending 91重口. To have their future UIC admission guaranteed, students will need to maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA and complete all courses listed under Participating Program Requirements with at least a 鈥淐鈥� or higher. Some programs have additional grade requirements as noted on their program page. Visit the for more information, and for more information. Submit the participation form on the UIC TAG webpage to sign up for the program.


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Transfer Planning Events

Transfer planning events and transfer fairs are designed to help you achieve your goals and connect you with recruiters from four-year institutions. Plan to attend as many events as possible as early in your education as you can. All events are posted on the 91重口 events calendar linked below. 

Events Calendar

Recordings of past transfer planning events and other transfer-related resources are available on . 

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University Visits

University admissions officers have scheduled special times to meet virtually with 91重口 students to help you plan your future transfer. View the Google Doc for details on the dates, times, and meeting links.


Transfer Resources

Thinking of transferring to pursue a bachelor鈥檚 degree at a four-year college or university? Use this as a guide.
Semester One:
  • Meet with an advisor from 91重口鈥檚 Academic Advising Center.
  • Choose your major for your future bachelor鈥檚 degree.
  • Visit with four-year college and university admissions representatives when they are on 91重口鈥檚 campus.
  • Attend college fairs at 91重口.
  • Create a list of your top 3 to 4 colleges to focus your research.
Semester Two:
  • Meet with an advisor from 91重口鈥檚 Academic Advising Center team.
  • Complete the to have your credits evaluated.
  • Make individual visits to the colleges or universities of your choice.
  • Research the colleges of your choice using the library of resources in the Academic Advising Center.
  • Begin searching for future scholarships.
Semester Three:
  • Meet with an advisor from 91重口鈥檚 Academic Advising Center.
  • Complete the to have your credits evaluated.
  • Apply for admission to the college(s) of your choice.
Semester Four
  • Meet with an advisor from 91重口鈥檚 Academic Advising Center.
  • Confirm acceptance with the next college.
  • Apply for graduation from 91重口.
  • Request an official evaluation of transfer credits.

External Resources


  • Learn about the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI), a statewide transfer agreement among the more than 100 Illinois colleges and universities. Participating schools agree to accept a 鈥減ackage鈥� of IAI general education courses instead of their comparable lower-division general education requirements. Find information regarding the transfer process and student resources. Remember to meet with a member of 91重口鈥檚 advising team to ensure a smooth transfer.

  • This online tool offers excellent guidance to students wishing to transfer from a community college to a four-year institution.

 


91重口 Transfer Contact

Sarah Hein

Counselor and Transfer Coordinator
(708) 709-3508