Showing posts with label Transfer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Transfer. Show all posts
Friday, May 31, 2013
Transfer Interest Sessions This Summer
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Transfer Waiting List Update
This afternoon, we've admitted a small group of students from our transfer waiting list. Students who are receiving a new decision will receive an email with instructions on how to view their updated decision on MyCarolina. You can also view these instructions here. Students admitted today from the waiting list will have until June 7 to reply to our offer of admission.
We have not denied any students from the transfer waiting list. Depending on how many spaces remain in the class, we'll make further decisions as we are able. We promise to have a final decision to all waitlisted students by June 30.
For more information about our waiting list, please see our FAQ page. If you have additional questions, please let us know!
We have not denied any students from the transfer waiting list. Depending on how many spaces remain in the class, we'll make further decisions as we are able. We promise to have a final decision to all waitlisted students by June 30.
For more information about our waiting list, please see our FAQ page. If you have additional questions, please let us know!
Monday, May 13, 2013
Transfer Enrollment Deadline is Wednesday
The enrollment deadline for admitted transfer students is coming up this Wednesday, May 15 at 11:59 pm ET. If you haven't yet responded to our offer of admission, we hope to hear from you soon! If you have any questions or if we can help you find any information that will help you make your decision, don't hesitate to let us know. As always, you can leave your question in the comments below, or you can call us at (919) 966-3621.
Transfer students bring such a wide range of experiences and perspectives to our campus and we're grateful for the students who choose to join our community as sophomores and juniors. One of our own Admissions Ambassadors, Camille McGirt, transferred here as a junior and has done some outstanding work in the area of public health and service. Below is a little more of her story:
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My name is Camille, yesterday I graduated from UNC with a BSPH in Health Policy and Management. I came here as a junior transfer student, and it's hard to believe how quickly my two years at Carolina have flown by.
I chose Carolina because I knew it would offer me a thought-provoking academic experience, an engaging social spectrum, and the space and resources to allow my dreams to build a non-profit come true. With help from the people and resources here, I started Healthy Girls Save the World, an organization that provides preventive health education to girls in North Carolina. We work with campus partners to teach young girls about healthy bodies, minds, and relationships.
With graduation behind me, I'm now planning to pursue my interest in public service and attend graduate school. My ultimate goal is to expand Healthy Girls Save the World internationally. What started as a summer project I hope will eventually become not only a career for myself, but an organization that will touch the lives of girls around the globe.
As you consider where you'll spend the rest of your college years, don't be afraid to dream big. The undergraduate experience is what you make it, but at Carolina it always seems that the sky is the limit!
Transfer students bring such a wide range of experiences and perspectives to our campus and we're grateful for the students who choose to join our community as sophomores and juniors. One of our own Admissions Ambassadors, Camille McGirt, transferred here as a junior and has done some outstanding work in the area of public health and service. Below is a little more of her story:
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I chose Carolina because I knew it would offer me a thought-provoking academic experience, an engaging social spectrum, and the space and resources to allow my dreams to build a non-profit come true. With help from the people and resources here, I started Healthy Girls Save the World, an organization that provides preventive health education to girls in North Carolina. We work with campus partners to teach young girls about healthy bodies, minds, and relationships.
With graduation behind me, I'm now planning to pursue my interest in public service and attend graduate school. My ultimate goal is to expand Healthy Girls Save the World internationally. What started as a summer project I hope will eventually become not only a career for myself, but an organization that will touch the lives of girls around the globe.
As you consider where you'll spend the rest of your college years, don't be afraid to dream big. The undergraduate experience is what you make it, but at Carolina it always seems that the sky is the limit!
Monday, May 6, 2013
Update on First-Year Waiting List
Update on Friday, May 10: We admitted a second wave of students yesterday afternoon. These students received an email notification letting them know to check MyCarolina for an updated decision. We still haven't denied any students from the waiting list. We'll continue to keep you updated here on the blog and we promise to have a final decision to all students by the end of June. Thanks.
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We write to let you know that we just admitted a wave of students from our first-year waiting list. This group includes students from North Carolina and out-of-state students. These students have until May 22 to accept admission. No students on our waiting list have been denied.
In the coming weeks, we will continue to monitor enrollment, and we promise to notify all students on our waiting list (first-year and transfer) of our final decision no later than June 30.
To all of the students who accepted a place on our waiting list, we thank you for your patience and your continued interest in Carolina. We know how difficult it is to wait, and we are working hard to finalize decisions as soon as possible.
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We write to let you know that we just admitted a wave of students from our first-year waiting list. This group includes students from North Carolina and out-of-state students. These students have until May 22 to accept admission. No students on our waiting list have been denied.
In the coming weeks, we will continue to monitor enrollment, and we promise to notify all students on our waiting list (first-year and transfer) of our final decision no later than June 30.
To all of the students who accepted a place on our waiting list, we thank you for your patience and your continued interest in Carolina. We know how difficult it is to wait, and we are working hard to finalize decisions as soon as possible.
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Transfer Deadline Reminder and FAQs
Which application should I submit?
All transfer applicants, except those wishing to transfer directly into the School of Nursing as juniors, may apply through the Common Application. We also accept transfer applications submitted through the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC), but please note that certain majors must apply through the Common Application. Click here to find out which application you should use.
What must be submitted by the deadline?
Only your portion of the application, your payment method, and your UNC Supplement (if you’re applying via the Common Application) must be submitted by the deadline. Please note that you don't need to submit the UNC supplement if you're applying through CFNC. Other materials, such as your official transcript and test scores (if applicable), may arrive shortly after the deadline if necessary.
How do I determine my standing?
To be eligible for transfer admission, you'll need to have graduated high school at least 12 months prior to the semester you wish to enroll. If you have fewer than 15 transferable hours, you'll be classified as a transfer student with first-year advanced standing. Appropriate consideration will be given to your college-level work.
- First-year transfer: Fewer than 15 transferable hours
- Sophomore: 15–50.9 transferable hours
- Junior: 51 or more transferable hours
Do you require essays?
We ask transfer students to submit one essay. Here is the prompt: Please provide a statement of 250 – 500 words that addresses your reasons for transferring and the objectives you hope to achieve.
You'll also have the option to submit an additional statement if you feel there is any other information you'd like to provide that hasn't already been covered in other parts of the application.
Do I need to send a letter of recommendation?
We don't require letters of recommendation for transfer applicants. However, if you'd like to submit one, you can have your teacher/professor email it to us at uncsubmit@admissions.unc.edu.
**If you're applying to one of the professional schools, you'll want to check their application instructions for any additional requirements.**
Check out our website for more information on applying as a transfer student .
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
FAQ Monday
It's not actually Monday but it feels like it after the long holiday weekend, so let's talk FAQs. Here are some of the questions we've been getting on the phones and by email lately:
How do I submit my teacher recommendation and counselor form on the Common Application? Go to the School Forms section on the left-hand side of the page. From here, you'll enter the email addresses of your teacher(s) and counselor. The Common App will email them with instructions on how to submit these materials. You'll want to follow up with your teacher and counselor to make sure they've received the email from the Common App and they have everything they need to submit these materials on your behalf.
When filling out the Common Application, will my responses get cut off if they are too long? The free-response sections of the Common Application do have character limits, so you may need to edit down some of your responses to fit. You can double-check how your responses will appear by going to the Print Preview section once you've completed all the required questions. This preview will show you exactly what the admissions committee will see as they review your application.
Your essays will always appear in their entirety as these are documents that you upload separately. These do not get cut off if you exceed the recommended word limit--though we do appreciate it when you stay close to the requested length!
Where are the two essays on the Common Application? One essay is on the main part of the Common Application, and the second is on our school-specific supplemental form. Learn more about our essays.
More questions about the Common App? See their Support Center.
Will you accept my SAT/ACT scores if I submit them before or after the application deadline? Yes, you can submit test scores at any time. If they arrive before your application is submitted, we'll simply file them until your application arrives. And it's fine if your test scores arrive after the deadline as well. We can consider scores submitted through November for Early Action and through December for Regular Decision.
Does UNC grant credit for AP/IB/SAT Subject exams? Yes! See the full chart here.
Who is the admissions representative for my region/school? We don't divide our staff by geographic area, so any of our admissions counselors are happy to help you. Whether you call or email, you'll be directed to the dean of the day who can answer any of your questions about Carolina and applying for admission.
How will my college courses transfer to UNC? See our Transferring Your Courses page for lots of information about how we review transfer credit. The official evaluation of transfer credit is done in the spring after you've applied and been admitted to the University, but this page will help you predict how your previous coursework would transfer here.
Any other questions? Please use the comments to ask!
How do I submit my teacher recommendation and counselor form on the Common Application? Go to the School Forms section on the left-hand side of the page. From here, you'll enter the email addresses of your teacher(s) and counselor. The Common App will email them with instructions on how to submit these materials. You'll want to follow up with your teacher and counselor to make sure they've received the email from the Common App and they have everything they need to submit these materials on your behalf.
When filling out the Common Application, will my responses get cut off if they are too long? The free-response sections of the Common Application do have character limits, so you may need to edit down some of your responses to fit. You can double-check how your responses will appear by going to the Print Preview section once you've completed all the required questions. This preview will show you exactly what the admissions committee will see as they review your application.
Your essays will always appear in their entirety as these are documents that you upload separately. These do not get cut off if you exceed the recommended word limit--though we do appreciate it when you stay close to the requested length!
Where are the two essays on the Common Application? One essay is on the main part of the Common Application, and the second is on our school-specific supplemental form. Learn more about our essays.
More questions about the Common App? See their Support Center.
Will you accept my SAT/ACT scores if I submit them before or after the application deadline? Yes, you can submit test scores at any time. If they arrive before your application is submitted, we'll simply file them until your application arrives. And it's fine if your test scores arrive after the deadline as well. We can consider scores submitted through November for Early Action and through December for Regular Decision.
Does UNC grant credit for AP/IB/SAT Subject exams? Yes! See the full chart here.
Who is the admissions representative for my region/school? We don't divide our staff by geographic area, so any of our admissions counselors are happy to help you. Whether you call or email, you'll be directed to the dean of the day who can answer any of your questions about Carolina and applying for admission.
How will my college courses transfer to UNC? See our Transferring Your Courses page for lots of information about how we review transfer credit. The official evaluation of transfer credit is done in the spring after you've applied and been admitted to the University, but this page will help you predict how your previous coursework would transfer here.
Any other questions? Please use the comments to ask!
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Transfer Credit Now Awarded for Military Leadership Training
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| An ROTC student on Polk Place. Photo by Dan Sears, UNC-Chapel Hill |
We've traditionally awarded credit for the LFIT (physical fitness) requirement to students who have previously served in the military, but now additional credit is available to students who completed certain leadership courses. A full listing of the transfer equivalencies is available here. Credit is available for courses in our departments of Aerospace Studies, Military Science, and Naval Science.
To have the credit awarded, be sure we receive an official military (ACE, AARTS or SMARTS) transcript listing the completed coursework. If you're a current student, you can email us at unchelp@admissions.unc.edu to request the credit be awarded. If you're a new student (enrolling in Fall 2013 or later), we'll award the credit automatically so long as we receive the official transcript.
To learn more about resources to help veterans transition to life at Carolina, visit our Information for Veterans page. And please let us know if you have any questions.
Monday, May 21, 2012
Meet Rebecca Egbert, Sr. Asst. Director of Admissions and C-STEP Director!
To all of our admitted students, first year and transfer, congratulations! To all of the C-STEP (Carolina Student Transfer Excellence Program) students who will be joining us this fall at UNC, congratulations and welcome! My name is Rebecca Egbert, Senior Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions and C-STEP Program Director, and I’m pretty sure I have one of the best jobs on the planet.
In my role, I travel across the state and meet cool transfer students from all over the world, talk about what a great place UNC is, and get to know some of the best students on our campus—those who come to us from C-STEP. I also get to work one-on-one with amazing community college students.
When I’m not working, I enjoy celebrating life and spending time with my family. My husband Daniel of 16 years and two beautiful daughters—Jordan Halen and Lawson Hannah, are my motivation in life. I love adventure and my other passions include rescuing animals, hiking, camping and anything outdoors (and in the water). Okay, it’s no secret among my colleagues that when I retire, I might be on location with National Geographic photographing the wild animals of the world.
I'll close by saying that there are many paths to Carolina—every path is different and every path is valid. If you are here, it is because you deserve a place on this campus. Look around, meet new people, create your own adventures and enjoy what short time you have as a student here. It will go fast!
What is C-STEP?
Launched in 2006, with the help of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, C-STEP guarantees junior transfer admission to students who earn an associate degree and successfully complete the program at one of seven partner community colleges across North Carolina: Alamance Community College, Carteret Community College, Central Carolina Community College, Craven Community College, Durham Technical Community College, Fayetteville Technical Community College, and Wake Technical Community College. C-STEP currently serves more than 300 students, and more than 170 of those have already enrolled at Carolina. Read more Central Carolina's recent C-STEP graduates in the Sanford Herald!
How does the program work?
C-STEP students must successfully complete an AA or AS degree at one of the seven partner community colleges in no more than five semesters. Students must also complete at least three semesters of college-level foreign language before enrolling at Carolina. Additionally, students must participate fully in C-STEP activities—at their home college and later at Carolina. While enrolled at the community college, students work directly with C-STEP leaders and mentors and participate in monthly events on their campus and at Carolina. These events introduce students to Carolina, help them engage early with the campus community, and prepare them for their transition to Chapel Hill.
Who is eligible?
C-STEP focuses on community college students whose household incomes fall at or below 300 percent of the federal poverty guidelines (around $69,150 for a family of four). You must also be enrolled (or plan to enroll) at a partner community college in a course of study that will lead to the Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Sciences (AS) degree, and you must earn the degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
We review candidates holistically and consider, among other criteria, demonstrated ability to overcome obstacles, first generation college status, diversity, employment history, and family responsibilities.
How do I apply?
The application is available here. Community college students should apply by October 1, and high school students entering one of the partner community colleges should apply by April 1. Representatives at UNC and two advisors from each partner college review applications and confirm students’ acceptances into the program by early fall.
Is financial aid provided?
Carolina meets 100 percent of demonstrated need through grants, scholarships, and loans for all students who are eligible to receive federal aid. Eligible students may qualify for the Carolina Covenant and graduate debt-free.
For more, please see the C-STEP website.
In my role, I travel across the state and meet cool transfer students from all over the world, talk about what a great place UNC is, and get to know some of the best students on our campus—those who come to us from C-STEP. I also get to work one-on-one with amazing community college students.When I’m not working, I enjoy celebrating life and spending time with my family. My husband Daniel of 16 years and two beautiful daughters—Jordan Halen and Lawson Hannah, are my motivation in life. I love adventure and my other passions include rescuing animals, hiking, camping and anything outdoors (and in the water). Okay, it’s no secret among my colleagues that when I retire, I might be on location with National Geographic photographing the wild animals of the world.
I'll close by saying that there are many paths to Carolina—every path is different and every path is valid. If you are here, it is because you deserve a place on this campus. Look around, meet new people, create your own adventures and enjoy what short time you have as a student here. It will go fast!
What is C-STEP?
Launched in 2006, with the help of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, C-STEP guarantees junior transfer admission to students who earn an associate degree and successfully complete the program at one of seven partner community colleges across North Carolina: Alamance Community College, Carteret Community College, Central Carolina Community College, Craven Community College, Durham Technical Community College, Fayetteville Technical Community College, and Wake Technical Community College. C-STEP currently serves more than 300 students, and more than 170 of those have already enrolled at Carolina. Read more Central Carolina's recent C-STEP graduates in the Sanford Herald!
How does the program work?
C-STEP students must successfully complete an AA or AS degree at one of the seven partner community colleges in no more than five semesters. Students must also complete at least three semesters of college-level foreign language before enrolling at Carolina. Additionally, students must participate fully in C-STEP activities—at their home college and later at Carolina. While enrolled at the community college, students work directly with C-STEP leaders and mentors and participate in monthly events on their campus and at Carolina. These events introduce students to Carolina, help them engage early with the campus community, and prepare them for their transition to Chapel Hill.
Who is eligible?
C-STEP focuses on community college students whose household incomes fall at or below 300 percent of the federal poverty guidelines (around $69,150 for a family of four). You must also be enrolled (or plan to enroll) at a partner community college in a course of study that will lead to the Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Sciences (AS) degree, and you must earn the degree with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
We review candidates holistically and consider, among other criteria, demonstrated ability to overcome obstacles, first generation college status, diversity, employment history, and family responsibilities.
How do I apply?
The application is available here. Community college students should apply by October 1, and high school students entering one of the partner community colleges should apply by April 1. Representatives at UNC and two advisors from each partner college review applications and confirm students’ acceptances into the program by early fall.
Is financial aid provided?
Carolina meets 100 percent of demonstrated need through grants, scholarships, and loans for all students who are eligible to receive federal aid. Eligible students may qualify for the Carolina Covenant and graduate debt-free.
For more, please see the C-STEP website.
Monday, May 14, 2012
Greetings from Kyle Brazile, Sr. Asst. Director of Admissions for Enrollment
My name is Kyle Brazile, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions for Enrollment. I'm originally from Chicago but I've been living in North Carolina since 2007. My colleagues will tell you that they can hear the occasional jazz tune from my office but I am not shy about admitting that I now feel fully at home in North Carolina. The milder weather, the variety of the geography, and the friendly people here make N.C. a very enjoyable place to live. And of course, the atmosphere at Carolina is like no other. I am a Tar Heel fan through and through. As part of my job, I oversee transfer credit and credit by exam to ensure that enrolling students receive the proper credit they have earned from their previous institutions. This means talking to students over the phone and in person and through email. This time of year is very busy for us as we work to help students make a smooth transition to Carolina. To help, we'll post a number of our FAQs here. This includes questions I've been receiving and questions coming through our communications specialists who are taking your phone calls today. If you have questions beyond these, please post them here and we'll do our best to answer them.
I am an admitted transfer student but I didn't get the email with my transfer credit. All admitted transfer students should have received an email with their credit unless we do not have your most recent account on record. However, all currently enrolled transfer students may view the same information through their MyUNC. If you haven't yet enrolled (as a reminder, the deadline is May 16) and need your evaluation re-sent, please email us at transfercredit@admissions.unc.edu and we will send it to you.
When will I receive my credit by exam? We plan to award credit by exam for both first-year and transfer students (AP, IB, A-levels, SAT subject tests, etc.) by early fall.
I have just enrolled and plan to take a course at another university over the summer. How do I ensure that I get credit? For your convenience, you may apply online for approval using our Course Approval Form. We aim to respond to these requests within five business days.
What should I do if I don't agree with how my credit was evaluated? You may apply for re-evaluation using our online Course Re-Evaluation Form. Please note that because credit is determined by campus departments, these forms are submitted to the various campus departments for review. Therefore, your re-evaluation takes a little time but it should take no longer than 30 days before you are notified of the department's decision on your course re-evaluation.
I just applied for readmission. How do I find out my decision? Please log into MyUNC to view your decision. Please note that you should also check to make sure that you do not have any items on your admissions to-list. If you do, please address those items as soon as you can to ensure that you may matriculate as soon as possible. Please also note that it may take 1-2 days to matriculate from this point.
I am a newly readmitted student. Can I enroll in summer school? If you were just readmitted, and we're sorry for any inconvenience, but given the timing, the earliest that you may enroll is Summer Session II.
How will the courses that I've transferred fulfill Carolina's curriculum and my degree requirements? Once you have enrolled, you are encouraged to meet with Advising to determine how your transfer credit fulfills requirements. Also, as another reference, the Undergraduate Bulletin provides complete information about degree requirements, all majors and minors available at Carolina, course descriptions, and information about policies and procedures at Carolina. Academic Worksheets, which provide a one-page synopsis of degree requirements, are available on the Advising website. A worksheet is available for all majors. You may use the worksheets and the information in the Bulletin to tentatively determine how your transferred credits may be used. In the meantime, please visit the Advising website to learn more about the curriculum and academic options.
Also, to help ensure a smooth transition, for the first time Carolina is now offering orientation sessions just for transfer students. Attendance at one of these sessions is mandatory for enrolling transfer students but we think that you will not only find it helpful, you will also enjoy connecting with your fellow future classmates. Learn more about Transfer Orientation.
What if I went to both a 2-year school and a 4-year school? Is my cap 64 or 75 credit hours?If you take courses from a combination of a two-year and four-year institution, the maximum number of transferable hours will be determined by the most recent institution attended. For example, if the last institution you attended is a two-year institution, then you may only transfer a maximum of 64 hours, while if the most recent institution was a four-year then you may transfer a maximum of 75 hours.
I am an international student. What do I need to do in order to have my transcript evaluated?If you have taken class at an international university, you will need to have your transcript evaluated first by a credit evaluation service such as WES – World Education Services.
Can I test out of a course by taking a CLEP examination? No, we're sorry but we no longer award credit by exam for CLEP exams.
Where and how do I submit my immunization records? Learn more here. For additional questions, you may also contact Campus Health Services directly by calling 919-966-2281.
I’m a visiting student and wish to take summer classes; how do I enroll? You may apply directly through our Summer School.
Do you offer tours in the summer? Yes! The summer is a great time to visit us. The trees and flowers are in bloom and our campus continues to bustle with activity. We welcome students to campus all year long, Monday – Friday. Sign up for an information session and campus tour.
Monday, April 23, 2012
Transfer Credit and Advising FAQs
Today is an exciting day at Carolina, as we prepare for President Obama's visit. This is President Obama's first visit to our campus as president, and we're proud to welcome him to Carolina.
As promised, we're posting a list of FAQs regarding transfer credit. We're also partnering with the Academic Advising Program to answer your questions on advising. If you have comments or questions, please post them here for Kyle Brazile, Senior Assistant Director of Admissions for Enrollment and Sarah Nelson, Senior Academic Advisor from the Academic Advising Program.
How will my credits transfer?
You may transfer a maximum of 75 semester hours from a four-year school and 64 semester hours from a two-year school. In general, you will be awarded credit for an academic course with a grade of a C or better from an accredited institution if Carolina has a similarly equivalent course. Please note that college algebra, engineering, architecture, agricultural and other technical courses do not transfer. Additionally, professional school courses such as business, journalism, education and nursing rarely transfer. For more, please see the Transfer Credit Guide.
How will the courses that I've transferred fulfill Carolina's curriculum and my degree requirements?
The Transfer Equivalencies database maintained by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions may provide initial information about how courses may transfer to UNC-CH. After the admissions office has confirmed how a student's credits will transfer to Carolina, the following resources will be helpful to see how the transferred courses will fit into Carolina's curriculum and individual degree requirements.
The Undergraduate Bulletin provides complete information about degree requirements, all majors and minors available at Carolina, course descriptions, and information about policies and procedures at Carolina.
Academic Worksheets, which provide a one page synopsis of degree requirements, are available on the Advising website. A worksheet is available for all majors. The student can use the worksheet and the information in the Bulletin to tentatively determine how their transferred credits may be used.
Departmental websites offer additional helpful information. Academic advisors in the Academic Advising Program will assist admitted students regarding the completion of degree requirements. In the meantime, please visit the Advising website to learn more about the curriculum and academic options.
How do I find the abbreviations for the courses listed in the undergraduate bulletin? You can find the abbreviations for the courses listed in the Undergraduate Bulletin under the Table of Contents. The Table of Contents in the undergraduate bulletin will let you know on what page(s) the course abbreviations are listed.
What if I don’t get into a professional school program I applied for… do I have to reapply for the College of Arts & Sciences?
No. you will not have to reapply to the College of Arts & Sciences. Your enrollment will continue if you are not accepted into a professional school program.
What if I went to both a 2-year school and a 4-year school? Is my cap 64 or 75 credit hours?
If a student takes courses from a combination of a two-year and four-year institution, the maximum number of transferable hours will be determined by the most recent institution attended. Moreover, if the last institution a student attended is two-year then the student can only transfer a maximum of 64 hours, while if the most recent institution was a four-year then the student can transfer a maximum of 75 hours
Do dual enrollment courses count towards my transferrable hours?
Yes.
I would like to have my courses re-evaluated. What is the process?
After you have received your credit evaluation, you can fill out the re-evaluation form located on our website. Along with the form, be sure to have copies of the course description and syllabus of the class you wish to have re-evaluated. Once you submit your request, you should receive a decision by email within 30 days.
There are some errors with my credit evaluation. What do I need to do to have them corrected? You can email the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at unchelp@admissions.unc.edu or call the office at (919) 966-3621.
I need to register for classes. When will I receive my evaluation? You will receive your credit evaluation through email shortly after you receive your admit decision.
Do military courses transfer?
Professional school courses such as business, journalism, education and nursing or credits earned during active-duty military service rarely transfer.
How can I get a copy of my transfer credit evaluation? While we do not send paper copies of transfer evaluations, the Admissions Office will email your transfer credit evaluation to you. You can request a copy of your evaluation by emailing transfercredit@admissions.unc.edu
Do AP credits count towards my transferrable hours?
Yes. Once you have enrolled at Carolina and we have received official reports for AP or IB tests, we will award credit based on individual departmental requirements.
How will my credits transfer?
You may transfer a maximum of 75 semester hours from a four-year school and 64 semester hours from a two-year school. In general, you will be awarded credit for an academic course with a grade of a C or better from an accredited institution if Carolina has a similarly equivalent course. Please note that college algebra, engineering, architecture, agricultural and other technical courses do not transfer. Additionally, professional school courses such as business, journalism, education and nursing rarely transfer. For more, please see the Transfer Credit Guide.
How will the courses that I've transferred fulfill Carolina's curriculum and my degree requirements?
The Transfer Equivalencies database maintained by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions may provide initial information about how courses may transfer to UNC-CH. After the admissions office has confirmed how a student's credits will transfer to Carolina, the following resources will be helpful to see how the transferred courses will fit into Carolina's curriculum and individual degree requirements.
The Undergraduate Bulletin provides complete information about degree requirements, all majors and minors available at Carolina, course descriptions, and information about policies and procedures at Carolina.
Academic Worksheets, which provide a one page synopsis of degree requirements, are available on the Advising website. A worksheet is available for all majors. The student can use the worksheet and the information in the Bulletin to tentatively determine how their transferred credits may be used.
Departmental websites offer additional helpful information. Academic advisors in the Academic Advising Program will assist admitted students regarding the completion of degree requirements. In the meantime, please visit the Advising website to learn more about the curriculum and academic options.
How do I find the abbreviations for the courses listed in the undergraduate bulletin? You can find the abbreviations for the courses listed in the Undergraduate Bulletin under the Table of Contents. The Table of Contents in the undergraduate bulletin will let you know on what page(s) the course abbreviations are listed.
What if I don’t get into a professional school program I applied for… do I have to reapply for the College of Arts & Sciences?
No. you will not have to reapply to the College of Arts & Sciences. Your enrollment will continue if you are not accepted into a professional school program.
What if I went to both a 2-year school and a 4-year school? Is my cap 64 or 75 credit hours?
If a student takes courses from a combination of a two-year and four-year institution, the maximum number of transferable hours will be determined by the most recent institution attended. Moreover, if the last institution a student attended is two-year then the student can only transfer a maximum of 64 hours, while if the most recent institution was a four-year then the student can transfer a maximum of 75 hours
Do dual enrollment courses count towards my transferrable hours?
Yes.
I would like to have my courses re-evaluated. What is the process?
After you have received your credit evaluation, you can fill out the re-evaluation form located on our website. Along with the form, be sure to have copies of the course description and syllabus of the class you wish to have re-evaluated. Once you submit your request, you should receive a decision by email within 30 days.
There are some errors with my credit evaluation. What do I need to do to have them corrected? You can email the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at unchelp@admissions.unc.edu or call the office at (919) 966-3621.
I need to register for classes. When will I receive my evaluation? You will receive your credit evaluation through email shortly after you receive your admit decision.
Do military courses transfer?
Professional school courses such as business, journalism, education and nursing or credits earned during active-duty military service rarely transfer.
How can I get a copy of my transfer credit evaluation? While we do not send paper copies of transfer evaluations, the Admissions Office will email your transfer credit evaluation to you. You can request a copy of your evaluation by emailing transfercredit@admissions.unc.edu
Do AP credits count towards my transferrable hours?
Yes. Once you have enrolled at Carolina and we have received official reports for AP or IB tests, we will award credit based on individual departmental requirements.
Will my credit evaluation be complete before I go to orientation? Credit evaluations are completed once you have been admitted. Your evaluation should be complete by the time you go to orientation. If not, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
A Special Note to Admitted Transfer Students from the Academic Advising Program:
Congratulations on your offer of admission. Please visit the Academic Advising Program website to read the Transfer Student Advising Guide. It's accessible under the “Important Links” in the left-hand sidebar on the program's homepage. Once you confirm your intent to enroll, you’ll be able to register for fall courses and schedule an appointment with your advisor. Enrolling students will receive a welcome letter via email from Academic Advising very soon.
We encourage enrolling transfer students to make an appointment beginning as soon as late April (the sooner the better). The office requires that all appointments are made online. Click here to make an appointment. These appointments can be handled over the phone or via Skype for students who do not live nearby. Please note that you need to have an ONYEN to make an appointment. Also, we encourage students to begin enrolling in classes right away—even if it’s before their appointment.
Remember to RSVP to the May 4 Academic Advising Program’s transfer student welcome reception at the Academic Advising Program website. This is a great chance to meet your future classmates and get in touch with campus resources in an informal setting. Please note that this is a social event, and you will still need to make an individual appointment with an academic advisor and register to attend a transfer orientation session.
How is class standing computed for enrolling students?
This is calculated automatically in our system based upon hours toward graduation earned. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors must have earned 30, 60, or 90 hours respectively to attain this status.
We hope you that you will take the time to become familiar with the Academic Advising Program and all of their resources. You may follow Advising on Twitter @UNCAdvising and Facebook facebook.com/UNCAdvising.
A Special Note to Admitted Transfer Students from the Academic Advising Program:
Congratulations on your offer of admission. Please visit the Academic Advising Program website to read the Transfer Student Advising Guide. It's accessible under the “Important Links” in the left-hand sidebar on the program's homepage. Once you confirm your intent to enroll, you’ll be able to register for fall courses and schedule an appointment with your advisor. Enrolling students will receive a welcome letter via email from Academic Advising very soon.
We encourage enrolling transfer students to make an appointment beginning as soon as late April (the sooner the better). The office requires that all appointments are made online. Click here to make an appointment. These appointments can be handled over the phone or via Skype for students who do not live nearby. Please note that you need to have an ONYEN to make an appointment. Also, we encourage students to begin enrolling in classes right away—even if it’s before their appointment.
Remember to RSVP to the May 4 Academic Advising Program’s transfer student welcome reception at the Academic Advising Program website. This is a great chance to meet your future classmates and get in touch with campus resources in an informal setting. Please note that this is a social event, and you will still need to make an individual appointment with an academic advisor and register to attend a transfer orientation session.
How is class standing computed for enrolling students?
This is calculated automatically in our system based upon hours toward graduation earned. Sophomores, juniors, and seniors must have earned 30, 60, or 90 hours respectively to attain this status.
We hope you that you will take the time to become familiar with the Academic Advising Program and all of their resources. You may follow Advising on Twitter @UNCAdvising and Facebook facebook.com/UNCAdvising.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Update on Transfer Decisions II
Good afternoon. We posted the majority of our decisions for transfer applicants on Friday. We thank all of our applicants for their patience as we carefully reviewed more than 3,000 applications for admission. We appreciate your interest in us and the time it took to prepare your applications. Letters will be mailed very soon.
Our phones are very busy today and in order to better serve those of you who may have been on hold, we'll post a list of frequently asked questions. Your comments and questions are welcome and we'll do our best to answer them here.
I was not offered transfer admission this year. Why?
We regret that we could not offer admission to everyone who applied this year. Due to the increase in applications, we had to turn away many students who would have succeeded here. No students are admitted or denied on the basis of a single number, and as part of our holistic review, we take everything we know about our applicants into consideration as we make our decisions. For this reason, and we're very sorry, but we're unable to provide individualized feedback to our applicants.
To all those applicants we could not accommodate, we hope that you will consider applying again. Sophomore transfer applicants are welcome to apply again as juniors and all applicants (sophomores and juniors) would do well to consider Carolina for graduate school in the future. Our students travel many paths to Carolina and not all are the same but those who join our community have an outstanding experience regardless of how they enter Carolina.
I am a transfer applicant but did not receive my decision.
A number of transfer applications remain under evaluation. We are releasing new decisions every day from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Please continue to check your MyUNC account. Please note that some of these applications remain under evaluation because we needed more information. If you have received an email from us requesting more information, it's very important that you respond as soon as possible.
FAQs Admitted Transfer Students
I am an admitted transfer student and I would like to enroll. What are my next steps?
First, please accept our congratulations!
You can register for classes the day after you pay your enrollment deposit. So if you pay on Wednesday, you can register on Thursday. Unfortunately, if you pay over the weekend, you will need to wait one business day before you can register but you may do so as early as the following Tuesday.
When will I receive the email with my transfer credits?
We emailed transfer credit evaluations to more than 700 admitted transfer students over the weekend. The remaining evaluations will be sent out as soon as possible. Stay tuned; we will update the blog with more FAQs on transfer credit very soon.
How can I receive a waiver for my orientation fee?
If you would like to defer your orientation fee, please contact the Office of New Student Programs at 919-962-8304. There is not currently an online option to defer payment, but New Student Programs will gladly help you set up a payment plan to suit your needs.
For more information, please be sure to check our website for Admitted Transfer Students.
Our phones are very busy today and in order to better serve those of you who may have been on hold, we'll post a list of frequently asked questions. Your comments and questions are welcome and we'll do our best to answer them here.
I was not offered transfer admission this year. Why?
We regret that we could not offer admission to everyone who applied this year. Due to the increase in applications, we had to turn away many students who would have succeeded here. No students are admitted or denied on the basis of a single number, and as part of our holistic review, we take everything we know about our applicants into consideration as we make our decisions. For this reason, and we're very sorry, but we're unable to provide individualized feedback to our applicants.
To all those applicants we could not accommodate, we hope that you will consider applying again. Sophomore transfer applicants are welcome to apply again as juniors and all applicants (sophomores and juniors) would do well to consider Carolina for graduate school in the future. Our students travel many paths to Carolina and not all are the same but those who join our community have an outstanding experience regardless of how they enter Carolina.
I am a transfer applicant but did not receive my decision.
A number of transfer applications remain under evaluation. We are releasing new decisions every day from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Please continue to check your MyUNC account. Please note that some of these applications remain under evaluation because we needed more information. If you have received an email from us requesting more information, it's very important that you respond as soon as possible.
FAQs Admitted Transfer Students
I am an admitted transfer student and I would like to enroll. What are my next steps?
First, please accept our congratulations!
- Log into MyUNC.
- Under Applicants, click on “ConnectCarolina Student Center.”
- Log in with your Guest ID.
- Under Admissions, click on “Click here to view your decision in a new window. Please make sure popup-blocking software is disabled.”
- Once you see your decision letter, you may click "Accept" to accept our office of admission and pay your enrollment deposit online.
You can register for classes the day after you pay your enrollment deposit. So if you pay on Wednesday, you can register on Thursday. Unfortunately, if you pay over the weekend, you will need to wait one business day before you can register but you may do so as early as the following Tuesday.
When will I receive the email with my transfer credits?
We emailed transfer credit evaluations to more than 700 admitted transfer students over the weekend. The remaining evaluations will be sent out as soon as possible. Stay tuned; we will update the blog with more FAQs on transfer credit very soon.
How can I receive a waiver for my orientation fee?
If you would like to defer your orientation fee, please contact the Office of New Student Programs at 919-962-8304. There is not currently an online option to defer payment, but New Student Programs will gladly help you set up a payment plan to suit your needs.
For more information, please be sure to check our website for Admitted Transfer Students.
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Update on Transfer Decisions
Here are the steps to view your transfer decision when it’s available online. Please note that due to the high volume, you may experience delays when attempting to view your decision online. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Internet Explorer
Google Toolbar
Mozilla Firefox
AOL
Yahoo Toolbar
Chrome
To allow blocked pop-ups when you're already on a site, follow these steps:
If you're using Google Chrome Beta for Windows, the site is added to the exceptions list, which you can manage in the Content Settings dialog (go to Tools menu > Options > Under the Hood to open the dialog box).
If you're using Google Chrome Beta for Windows, you can also disable the pop-up blocker completely. Follow these steps:
Safari
Or, for an older version of Safari, try
- Log into MyUNC.
- Under Applicants, click on “ConnectCarolina Student Center.”
- Log in with your Guest ID. If you do not have a Guest ID, please follow the instructions in the email that will be sent shortly. If you do not receive these instructions, please email us at unchelp@admissions.unc.edu.
- Under Admissions, click on “Click here to view your decision in a new window. Please make sure popup-blocking software is disabled.”
Internet Explorer
- In the menu bar, go to Tools and navigate down to “Pop-up Blocker Settings.”
- Click on “Turn-Off Pop-up Blocker.”
Google Toolbar
- Click the Google Pop-up Blocker toolbar icon.
- The Pop-up Blocker icon should read “Popups are okay.”
Mozilla Firefox
- In the menu bar, go to Tools and navigate down to Options.
- Select “Content” tab or icon.
- Uncheck box labeled “Block pop-up windows.”
AOL
- Click on “Blocking Pop-ups” at the bottom right corner of the AOL window.
- Uncheck box labeled “Suppress pop-ups from websites I visit.”
- Click “Save” button.
Yahoo Toolbar
- Click on the Yahoo Toolbar's popup blocker icon option arrow. This arrow is pointing down beside of the popup blocker icon.
- Click on “Enable Pop-up Blocker” to uncheck.
Chrome
To allow blocked pop-ups when you're already on a site, follow these steps:
- Click the “Pop-ups Blocked” alert at the bottom right-hand corner of the browser tab.
- Select the pop-up that you'd like to allow.
- If you'd like, select “Always show pop-ups” from (site).
If you're using Google Chrome Beta for Windows, the site is added to the exceptions list, which you can manage in the Content Settings dialog (go to Tools menu > Options > Under the Hood to open the dialog box).
If you're using Google Chrome Beta for Windows, you can also disable the pop-up blocker completely. Follow these steps:
- Click the “Tools” menu.
- Select “Options.”
- Click the “Under the Hood” tab.
- Click Content settings in the "Privacy" section.
- Click the “Pop-ups” tab.
- Select "Allow all sites to show pop-ups." You can make exceptions for specific websites by clicking Exceptions.
- Click “Close” to save your setting.
Safari
- Open the Safari menu and select the “Preferences” option.
- In the window that displays, click on the “Security” option.
- Remove the checkmark from the “Block pop-up” windows option.
- Close the window.
Or, for an older version of Safari, try
- Open Safari
- Click on the Safari Menu
- Uncheck “Block Pop-Up Windows”
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Campus Chatter: Update on Transfer Decisions, Senior Week & More
Yesterday, I spent some time outside over lunch. As I was walking back to Jackson Hall, I heard some rather insistent chirping from one of our nearby trees. I stopped to search for the source and discovered two fledgling mockingbirds starting to stretch their wings -- with Mom and Dad Mockingbird just a few branches away encouraging them along.
We’ve had a lot of chatter in the comments about transfer decisions so I thought it might be helpful to address these here. We experienced a 15% increase in transfer applications for Fall 2012 (for a total of just over 3,000), so it’s taking us a little longer than we had originally planned to review these applications. That being said, we know that the waiting is tough and we are so grateful for your patience as we complete our work. We use the same holistic approach to review our transfer applications as we do our first-year applications, and Julie’s post from earlier this year gives great insight into all the things that have to happen before we can release decisions.
We do not have a specific date or time that transfer decisions will be available yet, but they will be available by the end of April. At this time, we do not anticipate adjusting the enrollment deadline, which for transfer students is still May 16; of course, if that changes, we’ll let you know. Transfer credit evaluations for admitted students should be available at approximately the same time as decisions, so you’ll be able to review this in making your decision.
We’ve had a lot of chatter in the comments about transfer decisions so I thought it might be helpful to address these here. We experienced a 15% increase in transfer applications for Fall 2012 (for a total of just over 3,000), so it’s taking us a little longer than we had originally planned to review these applications. That being said, we know that the waiting is tough and we are so grateful for your patience as we complete our work. We use the same holistic approach to review our transfer applications as we do our first-year applications, and Julie’s post from earlier this year gives great insight into all the things that have to happen before we can release decisions.
We do not have a specific date or time that transfer decisions will be available yet, but they will be available by the end of April. At this time, we do not anticipate adjusting the enrollment deadline, which for transfer students is still May 16; of course, if that changes, we’ll let you know. Transfer credit evaluations for admitted students should be available at approximately the same time as decisions, so you’ll be able to review this in making your decision.
Lots of people on campus are chattering, too. With only about two weeks to go before the end of the semester, our students are looking ahead to plans for next year while finishing up their coursework for this year. For our seniors, it’s particularly exciting as they make plans for after graduation and this week is Senior Week. Last night, the Morehead Planetarium hosted seniors for a special program; tonight will be the Senior Send Off and Last Lecture; and on Thursday, seniors will get to climb the Bell Tower.
After graduation, our students are taking advantage of an increase in hiring projections and other fabulous opportunities. For example, Elaine Townsend will be spending next year teaching English in South Korea on a Fulbright award.
Here are some of the other stories that we’re chattering about:
Please let us know what other questions you have. If you include your name or at least a screen name, that’s great, as we like being able to respond to a specific person!
Friday, March 9, 2012
Transfer Application Materials - Update
Thank you to all of the students who applied for transfer admission last week. We really appreciate your interest in Carolina and the time you have taken to prepare your applications and to send us your materials. In return for your faith in us, we promise to review your materials thoroughly and make sure that they are included in your file.Our reading team tells me that they have opened and sorted through through all the bins of mail that we've received and are caught up through today. As a next step, please allow 2-3 weeks for these materials to be linked to your application and and for your MyUNC accounts to be updated.
We're also working our way through the recent wave of emails we've received related to transfer applications. Our staff have responded to several hundred emails over the past week. If you haven't received a response from us yet, we apologize but please know that your emails are very important to us and we promise to respond very soon.
Our favorite part of this work will come next, as we read your applications and get to know you.
Communications Specialist Arbra Cates, who we introduced a few weeks ago on our blog, suggested that we include an image of a waterfall with this blog post. She hopes that this picture of Looking Glass Falls in Transylvania County, N.C. will brighten your day and ease your mind. You've worked hard to get to this point and you deserve a bit of relaxation.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Transfer Application FAQs
I posted some information for first-year applicants last week, so I wanted to follow up with some information for prospective transfer students today. Here are some questions we've been getting lately--please just let us know in the comments if you have additional questions.
Which application should I submit?
Most transfer students may submit either the Common Application or the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) application. We don't have a preference for one of these applications over the other. Both provide us with the exact same information about candidates, so you can choose whichever application you prefer.
However, if you are a junior transfer applicant for one of the professional schools, you should apply using the UNC Online Application through MyUNC. These programs include Nursing, Radiologic Sciences, Dental Hygiene, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Public Health, and Education. You can visit the program websites for more information, deadlines, and application instructions.
Do you require essays?
We ask transfer students to submit one essay. Here is the prompt: Please provide a statement of 250 – 500 words that addresses your reasons for transferring and the objectives you hope to achieve.
You'll also have the option to submit an additional statement if you feel there is any other information you'd like to provide that hasn't already been covered in other parts of the application.
Do I need to send a letter of recommendation?
We don't require letters of recommendation for transfer applicants. However, if you'd like to submit one, you can have your teacher/professor email it to us at uncsubmit@admissions.unc.edu.
**If you are applying to one of the professional schools mentioned above, you'll want to check their application instructions for any additional requirements.**
Check out more information about applying as a transfer student on our website. And please just let us know what other questions you have!
Which application should I submit?
Most transfer students may submit either the Common Application or the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) application. We don't have a preference for one of these applications over the other. Both provide us with the exact same information about candidates, so you can choose whichever application you prefer.
However, if you are a junior transfer applicant for one of the professional schools, you should apply using the UNC Online Application through MyUNC. These programs include Nursing, Radiologic Sciences, Dental Hygiene, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Public Health, and Education. You can visit the program websites for more information, deadlines, and application instructions.
Do you require essays?
We ask transfer students to submit one essay. Here is the prompt: Please provide a statement of 250 – 500 words that addresses your reasons for transferring and the objectives you hope to achieve.
You'll also have the option to submit an additional statement if you feel there is any other information you'd like to provide that hasn't already been covered in other parts of the application.
Do I need to send a letter of recommendation?
We don't require letters of recommendation for transfer applicants. However, if you'd like to submit one, you can have your teacher/professor email it to us at uncsubmit@admissions.unc.edu.
**If you are applying to one of the professional schools mentioned above, you'll want to check their application instructions for any additional requirements.**
Check out more information about applying as a transfer student on our website. And please just let us know what other questions you have!
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Our Newest Transfer Students
We recently posted some details about the first-year class that joined us this fall, but we also wanted to give you some more information about the students who joined our sophomore and junior classes as transfer students. These students bring a variety of perspectives and backgrounds to Carolina, and our community is all the stronger because of it.
Transfer Applications to the College of Arts and Sciences for Fall 2010:
2,929 applied
1,189 were admitted
823 enrolled
Of those who enrolled:
71% enrolled as sophomores and 28% enrolled as juniors
52% are female, 48% are male
23% are first-generation college students
The average college GPA for enrolling sophomores was 3.38 and the average SAT (CR+M) was 1230. The average college GPA for enrolling juniors was 3.29 and the average SAT was 1172.
If you're considering applying to Carolina as a transfer student, I encourage you to check out Jacob's posts over on Tar Heel Blog. Jacob joined us as a sophomore transfer student last year, and has since been writing about his experiences here at Carolina. If you have questions about what life is like at Carolina from a transfer student's perspective, he is always happy to respond to your comments.
Transfer Applications to the College of Arts and Sciences for Fall 2010:
2,929 applied
1,189 were admitted
823 enrolled
Of those who enrolled:
71% enrolled as sophomores and 28% enrolled as juniors
52% are female, 48% are male
23% are first-generation college students
The average college GPA for enrolling sophomores was 3.38 and the average SAT (CR+M) was 1230. The average college GPA for enrolling juniors was 3.29 and the average SAT was 1172.
If you're considering applying to Carolina as a transfer student, I encourage you to check out Jacob's posts over on Tar Heel Blog. Jacob joined us as a sophomore transfer student last year, and has since been writing about his experiences here at Carolina. If you have questions about what life is like at Carolina from a transfer student's perspective, he is always happy to respond to your comments.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Transfer Essay Questions
We have finalized the essay questions for the Fall 2011 transfer application, so now if you're planning to apply as a transfer student, you can get a head start on your essay. We require just one essay for transfer applicants, and we ask that you limit your response to about 500 words.
The full transfer application will be up in September, and the deadline is March 1, 2011. We'll let you know when the application is available online.
Fall 2011 Transfer Essay Questions:
The full transfer application will be up in September, and the deadline is March 1, 2011. We'll let you know when the application is available online.
Fall 2011 Transfer Essay Questions:
- People find many ways to express their inner world. Some write novels; others paint, perform, or debate; still others design elegant solutions to complex mathematical problems. How do you express your inner world, and how does the world around you respond?
- Tell us about a group project in which you had to collaborate with your peers. How did it go?
- What’s the best advice you’ve ever received or given?
- If you have written an essay for another school’s application that you really like, feel free to use it as your short or long essay for us. Please be sure to tell us (a) what essay you are answering and (b) why you think this essay represents you well (your explanation will not be included in the word count).
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Community Standards Forms for Transfer Students
If you are an enrolling transfer student, please remember that your updated Community Standards form is due by June 15. This form appears on your to-do list in your MyUNC account, and you may download the form here.
Please note that when you send the form, it will not immediately disappear from your to-do list. There is no need to re-submit the form; if we need additional information we will contact you.
As part of our responsibility to ensure a safe and secure campus community, our staff reviews each Community Standards form carefully in conjunction with each student's original application for admission. This process takes time, which means that there may be some delay between our receiving your form and when it is removed from your to-do list. If any additional information is needed after this review is completed, our office will be in touch. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience during this time.
Please note that when you send the form, it will not immediately disappear from your to-do list. There is no need to re-submit the form; if we need additional information we will contact you.
As part of our responsibility to ensure a safe and secure campus community, our staff reviews each Community Standards form carefully in conjunction with each student's original application for admission. This process takes time, which means that there may be some delay between our receiving your form and when it is removed from your to-do list. If any additional information is needed after this review is completed, our office will be in touch. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience during this time.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Transfer Essay Questions
We have finalized the essay questions for the Fall 2010 Transfer Application. The application itself won't be up for another few weeks, but now you can get a head-start on your essay. You'll need to choose one of the prompts below for a 500-word essay:
Is there anything else you would like to share with us regarding your background or interests that you didn’t have the opportunity to share elsewhere? Have you overcome exceptional difficulties or challenges? Have you participated in any programs or activities to help you prepare for college, such as Governor’s School, Project Uplift, Gear-Up, AVID, Upward Bound, LEAD, ROTC or Summer Ventures?
-Julie
- People find many ways to express their inner world. Some write novels; others paint, perform, or debate; still others design elegant solutions to complex mathematical problems. How do you express your inner world, and how does the world around you respond?
- It’s easy to identify with the hero—the literary or historical figure who saves the day. Have you ever identified with a figure who wasn’t a hero—a villain or a scapegoat, a bench-warmer or a bit player? If so, tell us why this figure appealed to you—and if your opinion changed over time, tell us about that, too.
- After your long and happy life, your family must choose no more than a dozen words to adorn your headstone. What do you hope they choose, and why?
- If you have written an essay for another school’s application that you really like, feel free to use it as your essay for us. Please be sure to tell us (a) what essay you are answering and (b) why you think this essay represents you well (your explanation will not be included in the essay word count).
Is there anything else you would like to share with us regarding your background or interests that you didn’t have the opportunity to share elsewhere? Have you overcome exceptional difficulties or challenges? Have you participated in any programs or activities to help you prepare for college, such as Governor’s School, Project Uplift, Gear-Up, AVID, Upward Bound, LEAD, ROTC or Summer Ventures?
-Julie
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Transfer Waitlist
Thanks for everyone's patience as we've finalized the transfer waiting list. As I shared earlier this week, we had a very strong response from our admitted students, so unfortunately there have been very few spaces to offer to our waitlisted candidates.
We plan to post final decisions on your homepages by the end of the day tomorrow (Thursday, 6/4). Your official letters will arrive within a day or two after that. In all, we were only able to admit about 15 students from the waitlist. We are keeping about 10 students on the waitlist in the case that additional spaces open up in the next couple weeks. All students will have a decision no later than June 30.
Again, I'm sorry that we've had to disappoint so many of you. We had every hope of having space in the class for you, but we've just had so many talented students interested in Carolina this year. Please let us know how we can help as you move forward with your college careers, and let me know what questions you have.
Thanks,
Julie
We plan to post final decisions on your homepages by the end of the day tomorrow (Thursday, 6/4). Your official letters will arrive within a day or two after that. In all, we were only able to admit about 15 students from the waitlist. We are keeping about 10 students on the waitlist in the case that additional spaces open up in the next couple weeks. All students will have a decision no later than June 30.
Again, I'm sorry that we've had to disappoint so many of you. We had every hope of having space in the class for you, but we've just had so many talented students interested in Carolina this year. Please let us know how we can help as you move forward with your college careers, and let me know what questions you have.
Thanks,
Julie
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