Transfer Application FAQ
The best way to start the application process is to go to the transfer admissions page of the college you would like to attend. There is typically a checklist with deadline dates and application materials. It will also tell you what type of application is accepted for transfer students (e.g. Common Application)
Typical Deadline Date are 6-9 months prior to the semester:
- October – December for Spring
- January – March for Fall
- Rolling Admission: Applications are taken through the summer (June/July) for Fall
In most cases, you will be required to fill out an online application. The questions are typically personal information, including your intended degree, colleges you have attended, and sometimes an essay. Applications vary in content, but most are asking about you, so you already know the answers.
At OCC, you can easily order your transcript at any time online through OCC Transcript Request
For any other college/university attended or your high school transcript, always call that school directly.
Supplemental information could include any of the following:
- High School Transcript
- SAT or ACT or other types of testing
- Personal Essay
- Supplemental Essays
- College Resume
- Letter of Recommendation
- College Reports – filled out by the Registration & Records Office
Some colleges will offer a promotional code to waive the fee. However, if there is no promotional code, it is suggested to speak with an admissions counselor or attend an event (virtually or in person) where a fee waiver could be provided. If you meet certain qualification, financial aid may be able to write a letter asking the college to waive the fee.
Check out the OCC Transfer Events page to meet with a college or attend an Instant Admit Day where the fee is waived for OCC students
Congratulations! We are excited for to take the next step on your journey!!
Read the acceptance letter thoroughly and you will most likely need to deposit with the four-year college to secure your spot. Attending an accepted students day and meeting with your advisor are good first steps to getting to know your new college. Registration days for new transfer students usually do not begin until May, so check your email for more information!
Be sure to connect with the admissions representative and the financial aid department at the four-year college to discuss any issues with grants, loans, or scholarships.
If you have not completed the FAFSA, you will not be able to receive funding for 2022-2023. Four-year colleges have great tools you connect with on their website including workshops to help you fill out and understand your FAFSA results.
Evaluating credits is usually completed after a student deposits at a four-year college. You may not receive an official evaluation until the summer. Remember to send your final official transcript to the college after spring grades are issued and your degree is conferred in June.
Graduating in summer?
Not to worry, preliminary evaluations are completed; however, the final evaluation will not come until October. Always bring a copy of your student (unofficial) transcript from OCC to advising and registration sessions to discuss coursework.
Most students need to attend a registration or orientation days at the four-year college. These sessions could begin as early as April. Still, many are not scheduled until May or June to avoid issues with students’ current courses at Ocean County College. If possible, try to schedule a meeting with your advisor to start reviewing your coursework and planning semester, especially if you want to take summer courses at the four-year college.