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University Transfer Center

Mission

Our mission is to identify, recruit, and motivate students of diverse backgrounds to make well-informed decisions as they navigate the university transfer process and complete a baccalaureate degree or beyond.

Accepted to a university?

If you have been accepted to a university, please complete a Transfer Recognition Form. 

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HOURS

Monday     8-6 pm
Tuesday     8-6 pm
Wednesday     8-4:30 pm
Thursday     8-4:30 pm
Friday     8-4 pm

 

LOCATION

Santa Maria Campus
Student Services Building
Bldg. A Room 205
805-922-6966 ext. 3363
Text the UTC @ 805-922-6977

 

TRANSFER TEAM

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WORKSHOPS | EVENTS 

cal state

Cal State Universities are still accepting Fall 2024 admission applications for transfer students in select majors.  Deadlines vary from campus to campus. Reference list below. 

Quick steps in applying to a CSU:
  1. Watch a pre-recorded video on how to complete a CSU Application.
  2. Complete your CSU Application
  3. Schedule an appointment to get your application reviewed by a counselor.

Campus

Fall 2024 Extended Application Deadline

Chico 5/31/2024
Channel Islands 3/30/2024

 

 

 It is important to meet with a transfer counselor at least once a semester to ensure you're on track towards transferring to a university.    

CONNECT WITH A TRANSFER COUNSELOR

Frequently Asked Questions


Reasons to schedule a transfer counseling appointment:

  • Develop a Transfer Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP)- New or Update
  • Explore university majors
  • External Transcript Evaluation
  • Transfer Planning
  • Career Planning
  • Review University Applications. 
  • Apply for a degree and/or certificate using external transcripts 
  • Apply for a CSU and/or IGETC general education certification using external transcripts 
  • Apply for an Academic Renewal using external transcripts

Before you schedule a transfer counseling appointment, complete the following: 

  • Appointments are only open to Hancock students.  An admission application must be on file with the Admissions and Records Office. 
  • If you are an incoming student transferring to Hancock from another college and need your transcript evaluated by a counselor, please take the following steps prior to scheduling your counseling appointment.
    1. Order all official transcripts to be directly sent to our Admissions and Records Office
    2. Wait for your email confirmation that your transcripts were received and evaluated. 
    3. Once confirmed, schedule your counseling appointment.

To schedule a counseling appointment, you are required to use the Successnet link below.  You will be able to schedule an appointment with a counselor in your area of interests.  To specifically see a transfer counselor, select University Transfer Center.  

Schedule a Counseling Appointment


Helpful YouTube Videos:

How to schedule a counseling appointment?

How to cancel a scheduled appointment?

How to find people in SuccessNet?

See if we already answered your question:

Frequently Asked Questions


Drop-In Questions:

  • Adding/Dropping classes
  • Apply for a degree and/or certificate with no external transcripts
  • Apply for a CSU and/or IGETC general education certification with no external transcripts
  • Apply for an Academic Renewal with no external transcripts
  • Requesting Excess Units
  • Pass/No Pass Questions
  • Student Services and Community Referrals

Spring 2024 In-Person Drop-In Hours

Please arrive to the University Transfer Center and check-in at the front desk

Monday-Thursday |  1-2 pm 

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Zoom Drop-In

UTC counselors are available via zoom.  Select the counselor below to chat during their designated hour!  If you are not able to connect or the counselor is not responding, please call the University Transfer Center at 805-922-6966 ext. 3363.

Ashley
Maria's Zoom Link

STEPS TO TRANSFER

Follow these easy steps to guide your transfer process.  Also reference our step-by-step process for fall and winter | spring admission.   
STEP 1
Identify your career goal.  Utilize the Career Center to begin your career search.     
STEP 2
Choose a major and identify the universities that offer your program. 
STEP 3
Schedule a counseling appointment to develop a transfer Student Education Plan. 
STEP 4
Stay connected to the University Transfer Center for workshops, road trips, and much more.
STEP 5
Apply to the universities.  Attend an application workshop to help get you started.
STEP 6
Prepare to transfer!  Submit your SIR and apply for degree(s) and GE certification.

IMPORTANT UNIVERSITY DEADLINES

Check out the links below to learn about admission application filing periods, deadline to submit your Student Intent to Register (SIR), deadline to submit final transcripts, and much more. 

Fall Admission 

Winter | Spring Admission 

Submit by scheduled deadline:

Admission Application: October 1 - November 30
Campus Deadline Extensions

Student Intent to Register: May 1
Official Transcripts: July 15

Submit by scheduled deadline:

Admission Application: August 1-31
Campus Deadline Extensions

Student Intent to Register: Refer to CSU campus
Official Transcripts: Refer to CSU campus

 

Fall Admission 

Winter | Spring Admission 

Submit by scheduled deadline:

Admission Application: October 1 - November 30
TAG Application: September 1-30


Transfer Academic Update
: January 31
Student Intent to Register: June 1
Official Transcripts: July 1
AP, IB, and IGETC Certification: July 15

Submit by scheduled deadline:

Admission Application: July 1-31 
(Merced, Riverside, and Santa Cruz only)
TAG Application: May 1-31

Transfer Academic Update: Refer to UC above
Student Intent to Register: Refer to UC above
Official Transcripts: Refer to UC above
AP, IB, and IGETC Certification: Refer to UC above

 

PRIVATE AND INDEPENDENT COLLEGE

Over 1000 private colleges and universities use the Common Application for admissions to their campus.  Before completing the application, be sure to check if the school you are applying to uses the common application.  Admission application filing periods vary.  Refer to college/university admission website. 

Campuses that accept the Common Application

Common Application