your goals your way Wildcat Transfer Guide transfer.arizona.edu
“It doesn't matter what you like, Arizona has everything under the sun and you will never be bored or lonely.” — LILY, TRANSFER STUDENT PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Transfer Students Recommend Arizona for good reason As you prepare to take the next step toward achieving your goals, the University of Arizona gives you the platform to turn your ambition into action. With multiple ways to earn your degree, you’ll align your education, aspirations and lifestyle with an unmatched learning experience. We’re ready to meet you wherever you are and get you to where you want to be. transfer.arizona.edu
A “best value school” for student aid, academics, facilities, and on-campus resources. — U.S. News & World Report
“My journey at Arizona has prepared me for my move to New York City to work as an investment banking analyst. My community here has provided me with the foundation and courage to take on challenges after graduation.” — bryanna, finance and entrepreneurship “I’ve been able to shadow nurses and volunteer at a nursing home to get experience. I feel like I’m well-prepared for what I’m going to be doing soon in my life.” — Nadia, nursing “I’m so grateful that I found not only a good education, but also a perfect fit at Arizona.” — Haley, Neuroscience & Cognitive Science and Molecular & Cellular Biology
Choose the Best Path for You Main Campus, Arizona Online or a location near you.
Main Campus Tucson PHOENIX AREA Chandler North Valley Gilbert Other locations Douglas Pima CC Pima / Sunnyside Nogales Sierra Vista Yuma
300K With over a quarter-million Wildcats around the world, we’re a big family TOP PAY Among in-state universities, our grads earn higher starting salaries
Classroom Without Walls In the lab, on Wall Street, in the local community and in countries abroad — when you’re a Wildcat, everywhere is a classroom. We know the best careers start with purpose. That’s why your Arizona journey is designed to align your education with your interests, values and strengths. Whether you're an on-campus student or an online learner, we’ll connect you with opportunities to strengthen your major by combining it with a focused experience like an internship, study abroad, research project or other opportunity. Drop in. Lift off. Our Student Engagement and Career Development team will help you take your career to the next level — before you even graduate — with services like LifeLab. This free service connects you with a team of Career Educators who will help you discover your strengths, build your resume, and prepare you to ace future interviews. You’ll also find potential jobs, discover hands-on learning opportunities, and much more. DECIDE HOW YOU’LL BECOME A WILDCAT Experience Arizona your way. Three choices offer tradition, convenience and flexibility. Main campus in NEAR YOU NETWORK ACADEMIC CENTERS STATEWIDE Arizona Online
TUCSON Main Campus Our beautiful, historic main campus will leave you feeling inspired. With more than 600 student clubs and organizations to choose from, there are plenty of ways to get involved, pursue your passions and find your community. transfer.arizona.edu
“I would describe my professors as understanding, knowledgeable and helpful.” — Catrina, transfer student astronomy
Transfer Student Center The Transfer Student Center is designed to connect you to the academic programming, resources, and a community of students and faculty you’ll need to thrive. transfercenter.arizona.edu VETS Center Veterans Education and Transition Services (VETS) provides tools and assistance to help student-veterans achieve academic success. VETS is run by veterans, for veterans, who foster camaraderie and engagement within the student-veteran community at Arizona. vets.arizona.edu Housing & Residential Life If you’re joining our main campus in Tucson, living in one of our 23 campus dorms is the best way to be at the heart of all Arizona has to offer. We also offer students resources and connections for off-campus housing. housing.arizona.edu offcampus.arizona.edu CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Join our active community of student leaders and make friendships that go far beyond campus. Student Government and Clubs: asua.arizona.edu Greek Life: greek.arizona.edu
near you network transfer.arizona.edu Our distance locations connect you with an Arizona education by offering affordable and accessible 2+2 degree programs. Thanks to partnerships with local community colleges, your transition to Arizona will be as seamless as possible. STAY CLOSE TO HOME With locations near you throughout the state, you can get the world-class educational experience our renowned research university is known for while staying close to your hometown. Near You Network locations include: Douglas Chandler North Valley Gilbert Pima CC Pima / Sunnyside Nogales Sierra Vista Yuma CLEAR DEGREE PATHWAYS We partner closely with community colleges to streamline your transition to Arizona. That means you’ll have a clear path to your bachelor’s degree, with support from advisors to help you stay on target. BIG OPPORTUNITIES, LOCAL FOCUS Our distance locations offer degree programs that are designed to meet your region’s workforce needs. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to launch a successful, rewarding career with the skills and experience that local employers are looking for.
BEST Online Bachelor’s Program U.S. News & World Report
ARIZONA ONLINE online.arizona.edu Learn from the same professors, get the same resources and earn the same degree as on-campus students — all on your schedule. With more than 100 fully online programs to choose from, Arizona Online allows you to get an exceptional education with flexibility to fit your lifestyle. YOUR VIRTUAL CLASSROOM Arizona Online offers an immersive learning experience, meaning you’ll form connections with your peers and professors within a dynamic virtual environment. And when you need help, one of our in-house success specialists are just an email or phone call away, ready to connect you with the answers and resources you need. ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE As an online learner, you’ll still have access to campus resources, including the library, Think Tank and Career Services. RESTART YOUR EDUCATION Are you looking to finish your degree after previously taking classes at Arizona? Our unique Second Start Program allows you to pick up where you left off to finish your degree, with the potential to polish up your GPA.
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Main Campus
Majors & Degrees Learn With the Best Whether in person or online, Arizona is one of the premier academic research universities in the world, which means that you’ll have access to faculty who are leaders in their fields, and are also firmly committed to your success.
Distance Location
15:1 student-to-faculty ratio
“My classes are very relevant to workforce situations. Also, Arizona puts you in direct contact with potential employers during career days and expos.” — DONNA MARIE, TRANSFER STUDENT BUSINESS “Arizona is providing me with connections to alumni in the same field and opportunities for internships while still in school.” — Jesse, transfer student journalism
FUNDING Your education Financial Aid Your Arizona journey is an investment in yourself that pays off for a lifetime. Whether you seek to land your dream job or go on to graduate school, we will help you stay focused on the things that matter most. financialaid.arizona.edu
We won’t raise your tuition Thanks to our Guaranteed Tuition Plan, you’ll pay the same tuition and mandatory fees price for four years (eight consecutive semesters).* Online students benefit from flexible per-credit-hour pricing which means you’ll pay the same tuition as in-state students even if you live outside Arizona. *The Guaranteed Tuition Plan is only available at main campus. Transfer Scholarships We offer a number of scholarships designed just for transfer students like you, including the most generous Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) scholarship in the state of Arizona. Learn about eligibility and deadlines by visiting: go.arizona.edu/transfer-scholarships Get an estimated cost of attendance Visit our Transfer Net Price Calculator to see how much your education might cost. go.arizona.edu/transfer-calculator Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Complete the free application and you could receive scholarships, grants, federal work study funding or loans. fafsa.ed.gov Fall FAFSA Priority due date: March 1, 2021 Spring FAFSA Priority due date: November 1, 2021 Arizona School Code: 001083 Scholarship Universe It’s like Google but for scholarships. Last year, Arizona students earned more than $6 million in outside scholarships through Scholarship Universe. scholarshipuniverse.arizona.edu Year-round value We offer many free services including tutoring at the Think Tank, career coaching, interview workshops, and more. As an Adobe Creative Campus, you get résumé building products like Photoshop, InDesign and Premiere Pro for free.
“Take advantage of all the things that Arizona has to offer. Use the library to study, the union, and especially the free tutoring. It helps so much and you’ll definitely succeed.” — SOPHOMORE, NATURAL RESOURCES MAJOR
“Tucson is culturally diverse and a really excellent place to live in.” — Hayleigh, Transfer Student Theatre Production
VISIT See It All for Yourself CHECK OUT OUR VIRTUAL TOUR Wherever you are in the world, you can experience Arizona without leaving home. Take a virtual tour or join a Q&A session with current Arizona students to learn about our world-class academic offerings and get an inside look at Wildcat life. arizona.edu/student-life/virtual-visit
Safety First COVID-19 has impacted nearly every aspect of Wildcat life. In-person tours and gatherings are no exception. We are working hard to ensure the well-being of all our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. When it is safe, we look forward to sharing with you all that Arizona has to offer, including opportunities to: ATTEND WILDCAT TRANSFER EVENTS You can meet our Transfer Admissions team at a variety of events on our main campus in Tucson, throughout Arizona or online. No matter your situation or distance, we have an option for you. go.arizona.edu/transfer-visit Tucson Main Campus Opportunities EXPLORE YOUR ARIZONA CAMPUS Beautiful grounds, historic buildings, tight-knit community — see it all yourself. Get a glimpse of what life on campus is really like as a transfer student. Learn insider tips and get answers to your questions about the admissions process. go.arizona.edu/transfertour GET TO KNOW TUCSON If you’re visiting from out of town, you’re going to want to soak up Tucson. Our hometown is a sunny, laid-back college town with a vibe all its own and tons to do and explore. Enjoy the neon sunsets, find your favorite hangouts and be supported by a community network of grads and locals who love Arizona. visittucson.org
Here’s what we need from you Online application Application fee ($50 AZ resident, $80 non-AZ, or request an official fee waiver) Official copies of all college transcripts Official high school transcript (if under age 22) Will your credits transfer? Find out first Explore our majors and find out if your credits will transfer. arizona.edu/degree-search/transfer-credit We promise not to keep you waiting You’ll receive an admission decision within two to four weeks of completing your application and all required materials have been received.* *Some programs may require additional information. Connect with a recruiter to find out more at: go.arizona.edu/myrecruiter Applicants Under Age 22 Transfer applicants under age 22 must satisfactorily complete the Arizona Board of Regents’ coursework competencies. A list of competency requirements can be found at: admissions.arizona.edu/how-to-apply/ abor-course-competencies Transfer Admission Requirements You will be considered for transfer admission if you meet the following criteria at the time of application: 12 or more transferable college semester credits post-high school 2.0 overall college/university GPA Fulfilled the course competencies required by the Arizona Board of Regents (waived if you are 22 years of age or older) Honors College Admission You will be admitted as an Honors transfer student if you check the Honors interest box on the Arizona application and meet one of the following criteria:* Overall transfer GPA of 3.75 (3.5 if transferring from Arizona State University or Northern Arizona University) Member of Phi Theta Kappa (must appear on your official transcript) Member of All-Arizona Academic Team *Arizona Honors College admission may vary by location.
Apply today go.arizona.edu/howtoapply
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All statistics and student quotes contained within this publication were compiled from numerous sources including CatPulse surveys, student interviews, the 2016 Campus Climate survey, departmental data and other sources. All information has been verified for accuracy and names have been removed where necessary to ensure anonymity consistent with the terms of survey administration.
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