Menu What are the steps to take for a successful transfer? Start your transfer plan as early as you can – and yes, you can start planning before you have earned the required 31-64 credits to transfer!
Remember, if you get stuck along the way, your Transfer Advisor is here to help you throughout your transfer journey at Madison College. Let’s make that connection with your transfer school happen.
Your Departure Plan
If you plan on completing your associate degree before you transfer:
- Run your advisement report.
- Verify that you've completed all program requirements.
- Apply for graduation at the beginning of your final semester through your Student Center.
If you're transferring before completing your Madison College program:
- Focus on meeting transfer admission requirements to your intended university and for your intended major.
- Plan for the requirements of your UW-Madison Transfer Contract if it applies to you.
Complete Your Application Timeline
Know transfer admission deadlines for your intended school(s).
Pay special attention to whether your intended major has a unique timeline. Some schools will have a separate timeline for certain majors like nursing, business, education and more.
Plan your transfer application timeline.
Applications can take two months or longer to complete. Take note of all that you need to do to prepare. Some deadlines require you to write an essay, to see your letters of recommendation and transcripts.
Develop an effective personal statement (if required).
Take your time and follow all instructions. If possible, ask someone to proofread your statement before submitting it. The Writing Center can help!
Request letters of recommendation.
Ideally, ask a faculty member to prepare your recommendation. Provide a copy of your admission essay to those who will be writing a letter of recommendation for you.
Apply to Your Transfer School
Submit all required transfer admission documents before the required application deadline.
If you're applying under the UW Madison Transfer Contract, make sure you include a copy of the signed contract with your transfer application. If you don't have a signed copy of your transfer contract, contact Advising.
Pay attention to the official transcripts you need to send.
- High school.
- All colleges attended.
- AP and CLEP test scores.
Request your Madison College transcripts through your Student Center.
Ask for transcripts after final grades are posted for the current semester.
