60-89 Credits
If you are a new transfer student, here are some tips to assist with your transfer transition. With 60 or more credits earned you are a junior and are considered to be in the second half of your degree program. This is an important stage in your academic career and careful planning is essential. In addition to registering for courses required for your major, you should also begin to prepare for life after college. Whether you decide to go straight into the world of work or apply to graduate school, this is the time to begin to gather information. Consider the following suggestions:
First Semester (60-75 credits)
- Meet with your Academic Advisor to discuss your academic goals for the semester. If you have not met with an advisor, contact your Academic Department to arrange an appointment.
- Continue taking courses that satisfy your major requirements.
- Review your degree evaluation on PatriotWeb to determine your remaining requirements.
- If you still have room for electives, consider adding a Minor to address your other interests or to compliment your major.
- Consider getting involved with a research project. Research projects can help you to explore potential careers, as well as serve as a great preparation for graduate school. Contact the Research Apprenticeship Program.
- If you are considering a career in one on the health professions, learn more about requirements needed to apply to dental, medical, pharmacy school or vetinary school.
- Contact Global Education(JC, rm 235) to learn about study abroad opportunities.
- Continue to utilize Career Services(SUB I, rm 348). If you have not registered with PatriotJobWeb, do it TODAY!
- Continue to document your club involvement, student activities or volunteer work. This can be useful information to include on your resume.
Second Semester (76-89 credits)
At this level, you should continue to follow the suggestions for the first semester (60-75 credits), as well as incorporate the following:
- If you are planning to apply to graduate school, begin to research schools to learn about their admission requirements. Consider registering for UNIV 400, College to Graduate School.
- Sign up for graduate admission test examination preparation courses.
- Learn about fellowship and scholarship opportunities.
- Meet with your faculty advisor to discuss plans for your upcoming year. Be sure to review your degree evaluation to make sure you are on track to graduate.
- Generate of list of faculty members who may write a letter of recommendation on your behalf.
- If you have not joined a student organization, there’s still time! Involvement within student organizations can enhance your communication and leadership skills. Getting involved can also provide a great opportunity to network with your peers and university faculty/staff. There are many opportunities for you to get involved!