College Transfer Events

College Transfer Events

Please check this page often for links to events that are happening at some of North Carolina’s four-year institutions!

Virtual Transfer Fair

Attention prospective transfer students – The UNC System Virtual Transfer Fair event includes transfer presentations & individual university breakout sessions to prepare students for streamlined transfer experiences to UNC System institutions! 

Tuesday, September 24th-Thursday, September 26th from 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm. 

  • Tuesday, September 24th:  Appalachian State University, East Carolina University, NC Central University, NC State University, UNC Pembroke
  • Wednesday, September 25th: NC A&T State University, UNC Asheville, UNC Charlotte, UNC Wilmington, Western Carolina University
  • Thursday, September 26th: Elizabeth City State University, Fayetteville State University, UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Greensboro, Winston-Salem State University

Event registration is now open!

Transfer applications open August 1 for the Spring, Summer and Fall terms. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis for all terms starting in September. Students are encouraged to submit their application prior to the application deadline dates listed below and should complete by the priority application dates if they plan to pursue scholarships (Fall/Summer applicants) and to allow adequate time to find and secure housing (all terms).

The 2025 admissions application is open!  Begin applying for the Spring, Summer, or Fall 2025 semesters.

Open House 

Saturday, October 5th (Boone)
Saturday, October 19th (Hickory)

Transfer Preview Day

October 25th, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Prospective transfer students will have the opportunity to meet with their future academic department, hear from current students, and receive specific transfer information.

Transfer Track

Hosted the first Friday of each month to allow future transfer students to attend a transfer-specific admission presentation and tour, and to choose from meetings with a Transfer Admissions Counselor, Financial Aid, and a Credit Evaluator, as well as tour Mountain Laurel Hall (transfer residence hall).

Dates to Apply:

  • Oct 15: Spring Priority Admission Application date
    * to allow adequate time to find and secure housing
  • Dec 15: Spring Admission Application deadline
  • Feb 1: Fall/Summer Priority Admission Application date
    * for access to scholarships and to allow adequate time to find and secure housing
  • March 1: Transfer Scholarship Application deadline
    * Admission Application must be completed by Feb 15 for scholarship consideration
  • April 1: Fall/Summer Admission Application deadline

Applications submitted after December 15 (Spring) / April 1 (Fall/Summer) - for Boone, Hickory and online - will be reviewed on a space available basis.

Learn more about Orientation, Baccalaureate Degree Plans, ECU Transfer Course Equivalency, & more!

Campus Visit and Virtual Tours

Virtual Transfer Information Sessions

Transfer students can take advantage of the 30-minute Q&A session to learn more about the academic programs, application process, financial aid & scholarships, and much more.

Register for a virtual info session!

Transfer Campus Tours

Join fellow transfer students for an hour and a half walking tour around the ECU campus. Student tour guides will show you around the campus and share what it’s like to be a Pirate. Social distancing and masks will be required inside buildings, and other safety measures will be in place.

Find a list of tours here!

Learn more about Transfer Tours & Events

ECU Partnership Teach

Partnership Teach is East Carolina University’s online degree completion model for education majors who wish to begin at an NC community college and transfer to ECU to complete one of the three teaching degrees:

Elementary Education (K-6)
Special Education (K-12)
Middle Grades Education (Language Arts & Social Studies (6-9)

Register for a Virtual Open House Session

ECU Pirate Promise

Information sessions are available for students enrolled in the Pirate Promise program.  The Pirate Promise program is a guaranteed admission program for students who are in their first year of coursework at WCC to attend special events, benefit from advising assistance, and receive support before applying to ECU.

WCC and FSU have established a new partnership, offering transfer students guaranteed admission to FSU where they can take advantage of a waived application fee, reduced tuition rate for in-state students, and low-cost rental alternatives for student books. 

Upon completion of 30 semester hours at WCC, students enrolled in the Associate in Arts, Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation, Associate in Science, Associate in Science in Teacher Preparation, and Associate in Fine Arts in Music and have maintained a GPA of 2.0 or higher may complete a letter of intent for the Bronco Benefit.  For more information, visit: Fayetteville State University Transfer Partnerships

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NCSU Community College Collaboration (C3)

  • C3 Application (New C3 Students) – opens February 1st and closes June 1st; Decisions are released on a modified rolling basis (March 1, April 1, May 1, and June 15)

C3 Prospective Student Powerpoint Presentation

Military and Veterans Services and College of Design Transfer Advisor Sessions 

Military and Veterans Services - Transfer Advisor Session
The Military and Veterans Services session will cover how the office supports military-affiliated transfer students, including details on residency reclassification, Yellow Ribbon funding, the GI Bill, and much more.
Date:
Tuesday September 24, 2024
Time: 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm (Zoom)
Register Here for Military and Veterans Services - Transfer Advisor Session

College of Design - Transfer Advisor Session 
The College of Design session will provide insights on how to assist students interested in transferring to any of our design majors (such as architecture, art + design, graphic design, design studies, and more). 
Date: Thursday September 26, 2024
Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am (Zoom)
Register Here for College of Design - Transfer Advisor Session

 

Comprehensive student development program designed to develop scholars into leaders within the STEM and/or education fields.  The NC State Goodnight Scholars Program opens new window is expanding to include a cohort of 50 transfer students from community colleges throughout North Carolina.  The Goodnight Transfer Scholars Program is designed to offer a full-tuition scholarship, valued at $22,000 per year to underrepresented students.  To be considered to receive an invitation to apply as a transfer student, a student must:

  • Submit the general NC State application by February 15.
  • Indicate a family income of less than $120,000 on the general NC State application.
  • Select a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) or STEM education major at NC State (eligible majors opens new window).
  • Enroll as a full-time student at NC State.
  • Be a North Carolina resident. Refugee, DACA, and undocumented students who are living in North Carolina and will graduate from a North Carolina community college are also eligible for this scholarship.
  • Submit Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens new window by March 1.
  • Obtain an associate degree (A.A., A.S., or A.E.) from a North Carolina community college under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement opens new window.
  • Demonstrate a history of outstanding academic performance.

APPLICATION AND FEE PAYMENT DEADLINES:

Fall - July 1
Spring - November 15
Summer (1st)—May 1
Summer (2nd) —June 1

Note: application and payment of $75 application fee must be received by the date shown for each term.

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CAMPUS VISIT AND VIRTUAL TOURS

Virtual Session: Tuesdays at 4pm
In Person Tours: Thursdays at 2pm (advanced registration required)

Register for a Transfer Information Session

Transfer information sessions and tours are being offered throughout the semester.  Check out all of UNC-Charlotte's Transfer Experiences!

UNC-G transfer admissions counselors are ready to help transfer students find their way to UNC-Greensboro.

CAMPUS VISIT AND VIRTUAL TOURS

In-Person Tours
9:30am and 1pm Monday-Friday

Virtual Campus Tour (Info Sessions)
Select Fridays via Zoom

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Transfer students are encouraged to apply before the priority deadline to ensure that your application is reviewed by the desired term.  Priority deadlines for each term is listed below.

Spring
Transfer students can apply to enter UNC-W in the spring semester. Entry in the spring term is not more competitive, but space is limited so students are encouraged to apply early and adhere to the following deadlines:

  • Application Submission: October 15
  • Application Completion: November 1
  • Enrollment Deposit: December 1

Summer
Priority Deadline: March 1
Final Deadline: May 1

Fall
Priority Deadline: March 1
Final Deadline: June 1

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Application fee waivers are offered for students with demonstrated financial need, active-duty military service, or Phi Theta Kappa membership.

Students are encouraged to apply early when possible. Transfer applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so students can expect to receive their decision 3-4 weeks after their application is completed.

CAMPUS VISIT AND VIRTUAL TOURS

Students are encouraged to visit our campus if they are able, or take our virtual tour if they can’t make it in person.

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