College Transfer Guide: Dates, Deadlines, and Application Process
Explore important dates, deadlines, and application processes for transferring to various universities in the Seattle area and Pacific Lutheran University. Find out about admission sessions, application costs, and tuition waiver policies to help you navigate the transfer process effectively.
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Transfer 101 How do I begin the process?
Dates and Deadlines for schools using a Quarter system of three 10 week sessions UW Tacoma is on a quarter system. The final deadline for Fall 2023 is July 31st. Here is a link, https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/admissions/important- dates UW Seattle is on a quarter system. The final deadline for Fall 2023 was February 15th. Here is the link, https://admit.washington.edu/apply/dates- deadlines/ Seattle University is on a quarter system. The priority deadline was March 1 and the final deadline is August 15thfor Fall 2023. Here is the link, https://www.seattleu.edu/admissions/#d.en.166574
Dates and Deadlines for schools using a Semester system of two 15 week terms Washington State University (WSU) is a semester school. The deadline for Fall 2023 is August 7thfor the main campus in Pullman. Here is the link, https://admission.wsu.edu/apply/transfer-students/ WSU-Bremerton campus for Mech. Engr. has a priority application deadline of January 31 for Fall 2023. Here is the link, https://mme.wsu.edu/undergraduate/mechanical- engineering/bremerton/#how Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) has a final fall semester deadline of August 1stfor Fall 2023. Here is a link, https://www.plu.edu/admission/important- dates/
Attend Admission and transfer sessions to hear directly from your intended schools UW Seattle offers virtual and in-person Admission and transfer sessions. UW Seattle also offers Departmental Information Sessions. Here is the UW Seattle link, https://transfer.uw.edu/thursday/ UW Tacoma offers appointments with an admissions counselor and Virtual Transfer Tuesdays. Here is the UW Tacoma link, https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/admissions/transfer-students Pacific Lutheran University (PLU), has a designated Admission Counselor to connect with online. Here is the link, https://www.plu.edu/admission-transfer/ Seattle University has a designated Transfer Admission counselor by alphabet that you make a virtual advising appointment. Here is the link, https://www.seattleu.edu/counselors/transfer/ Attend TCC s in-person Transfer Fair this coming Fall quarter in October. The date will be announced in September.
Application Process-Fall quarter start Apply to BOTH the school and your program University admission-UW Tacoma Program admission-Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science March 15, 2023-Priority Date July 1, 2023 July 31, 2023-Final deadline
Costs to apply $60.00 application fee-UW Tacoma $80.00 application fee-UW Seattle $70.00 application fee-WSU $60.00 application fee-Seattle University Please review each school s application for a tuition waiver. Here is a link to UW Seattle s waiver policy, https://admit.washington.edu/apply/transfer/how-to-apply/app-fee/#us
University or college selection Public vs private institution Does it offer the degree or major you want to earn from their institution? Location? Housing? If in Seattle, can I take the bus or light rail? Size of school-both the campus size and student body Reputation and/or ranking of your degree at their school For specific degrees, like engineering and nursing, is their program accredited? Sticker price-Public universities will list a lower tuition cost, but typically aren t able to offer as much in scholarships as private colleges. Many times, the private college price can be equal or less than a public university. For example, Seattle University offers specific Transfer Scholarships including Merit-based, for the duration of your degree. Here is the link, https://www.seattleu.edu/undergraduate- admissions/finances/scholarships/transfer/
Considering one of TCCs Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees? TCC has four BAS degrees to consider. Here is the link containing all related information on these degrees, https://www.tacomacc.edu/academics- programs/programs/bachelor-degrees There are many other BAS and BS degrees offered has other community colleges. Here is a link from the Washington State Board of community and technical colleges listing other Bachelor degree options, https://www.sbctc.edu/colleges-staff/programs-services/bachelors- degrees/current-bachelor-programs
Have I taken the required prerequisite courses for my specific degree or major? It is best to review your intended degree for prerequisite courses that can be taken as part of degree here at TCC. Here are some examples of degrees that have required courses that need to be taken before applying to the major at UW Tacoma. For Computer Science, here is the link, https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/set/programs/undergrad/css For Mechanical Engineering, here is the link, https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/set/programs/undergrad/me
When do I transfer? Do I need to earn my degree from TCC? You can transfer to a university typically with a minimum of 40 credits and a 2.0 transferable college GPA. Here is UW Tacoma s information, https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/admissions/transfer-admissions-requirements You will apply as a Freshman if you transfer prior to completing 40 transferable college credits. This means you will also submit your high school transcript. You save money and are a stronger candidate if you earn an Associate degree from TCC prior to transferring to a university.
Will my TCC credits transfer? Most universities and colleges have an equivalency guide on their website. Here is UW Seattle and UW Tacoma s equivalency guide, https://admit.washington.edu/apply/transfer/equivalency-guide/Tacoma/ Washington State University (WSU) has a Transfer Course Search Tool, https://transfercredit.wsu.edu/transfer-course-search-tool/ Seattle University s equivalency list link, https://tes.collegesource.com/publicview/TES_publicview01.aspx?rid=5ece42 27-d04a-456c-9406-8a5451cd54d2&aid=b8fb6b8f-58da-41bb-bbe4- 3b269a90602b Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) has an Equivalency Guide, https://www.plu.edu/registrar/equivalency-guides/interactive- guide/?state=DTAD%7BWA%7B&college=236753#eg
Personal Statement This is a comprehensive narrative essay that highlights important aspects of your academic and personal history. Your personal statement should provide context for your academic achievements and educational choices. Here is a detailed explanation from UW Seattle on required elements of a personal statement, https://admit.washington.edu/apply/transfer/how-to- apply/personal-statement/ TCC s Writing and Tutoring Center (WTC) provides review and support for personal statements. Here is the WTC s information, https://www.tacomacc.edu/academics-programs/academic- support/tutoring_centers/writing-tutoring-center
References or other degree application requirements UW Tacoma Foster school of Business application requires a Writing Skills Assessment(WSA). Here s the link, https://foster.uw.edu/academics/degree- programs/undergraduate-programs/admissions/standard-admission/ Some programs require completed reference forms, preferably by a professor who has taught you one or more courses.
Funding & Scholarships Submit your 23- 24 FAFSA and add any school you are applying to on your FAFSA list of schools. Transfer Priority Scholarship-Automatic consideration if applied to UW Tacoma by March 15thpriority deadline. Review specific scholarships at each school that may have an early deadline and require references. For example, the School of Engr. & Tech(SET) at UW Tacoma, has a deadline of Sept. 5th. It requires one letter of recommendation. Apply early to be considered for each school s standard scholarships based on merit and need.
Foreign Language? Most universities and colleges have a GRADUATION requirement of two years of same language in high school or two quarters of same language at TCC. UW Tacoma does not have a foreign language requirement. UW Seattle has a GRADUATION requirement of two years of high school or two quarters at TCC of the same language for most of their programs if you transfer with an Associate degree. If you transfer with less than 40 credits, foreign language is an ADMISSION requirement. Here is the UW link, https://www.washington.edu/uaa/advising/degree-overview/general- education/foreign-language/ Please review your intended schools in regards to American Sign Language(ASL) or other specific language related questions.
TCC Transcripts The easiest way to send your TCC and other transcripts is through a third party company called Parchment. TCC and many schools use and accept transcripts via Parchment. Here is the link, https://www.parchment.com/order/my-credentials/ TCC has detailed information on the Enrollment Services webpage regarding your transcript request. Here is the link, https://www.tacomacc.edu/academics-programs/academic- support/enrollmentservices/studentrecords/transcript-request There is a $10.00-$15.00 cost typically to order each transcript. Make sure your final grades are posted when sending your final transcript.
