University Transfer Guide

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Transferring Credits

Our admissions team wants to make your transfer experience as smooth as possible, which is why there’s an entire team dedicated to helping you navigate the admissions process and understand how your credits will transfer.

For information about the application process, important dates and deadlines, and a transfer credits tool, visit transfer.arizona.edu.

Transfer Scholarships

When you apply, you’ll automatically

be considered for merit scholarships like the Transfer Tuition Scholarship, which provides up to $3,000 per academic year for Arizona residents. Learn more about transfer scholarships and your financial aid options by visiting financialaid.arizona.edu.

a University of Arizona location, you can earn your bachelor’s or graduate degree while staying close to home. Explore all Near You Network locations at nearyou.arizona.edu.

Online Degree Offerings

To help transfer students ease into Wildcat life, the Transfer Student Center creates a welcoming and inclusive environment where they can find academic resources, support services, involvement opportunities, and community connections. Visit transfercenter. arizona.edu.

Arizona Online is ranked among the top10 online bachelor’s programs in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Earn the same degree and learn from the same faculty as on-campus students while enjoying the flexibility of online learning. For more information about Arizona Online’s degree programs and transfer admissions process, visit online.arizona.edu.

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Support for Student-Veterans

Transfer Student Center

Beyond its main campus in Tucson, the University of Arizona offers a number of locations throughout the state. With many 2+2 degree pathways that allow you to complete the first two years of your program at a community college and finish your second two years at

The Military Times ranks the University

of Arizona ​​No. 6 among public universities and No. 1 in the West in its “Best for Vets: Colleges 2022” list. Student-veterans can find community and support through Veterans Education and Transitions Services (VETS). VETS offers a comprehensive set of services to help student-veterans transition to the university environment, find success throughout their education, and obtain meaningful employment. Learn more about VETS by visiting vets.arizona.edu.

Connect With Us

Did you know that you have your very own University of Arizona Admissions Counselor? Connect with them at go.arizona. edu/findmyrecruiter.

Connect With Us

Did you know that you have your very own University of Arizona Admissions Counselor? Connect with them by visiting go.arizona.edu/findmyrecruiter.

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ime and time again, the University of Arizona is ranked among the nation’s best universities for academic quality and value. But beyond its elite academic programs, transfer students also choose Arizona for the chance to align their educational journey with their personal and professional goals.

Students enjoy countless educationenhancing opportunities in the form of clubs, student government, research projects, internships, and others. These create a rich and dynamic experience, allowing students to pursue their passions while building impressive résumés.

And when it comes to résumés, Arizona graduates stand out from the pack. That’s because Wildcats have easy access to career-related resources like Student Engagement and Career Development, which offers career coaching, job and internship connections, and more.

As a result of the real-world skills and experience students gain, an Arizona degree continues to be a smart investment. According to a 2022 Strada Outcomes Survey, University of Arizona alumni experience greater career satisfaction than peers from other national institutions.

Whether it’s at the main campus in Tucson, locations throughout the state, or online, the university offers multiple pathways to a bachelor’s degree. These options allow transfer students to balance priorities like work and family with their education.

Cassandra, a transfer student and studio art major, said her advice for prospective transfer students is simple: just go for it.

“You’ve got this!” she said. “It can feel scary at first, but the University of Arizona is really welcoming and is just a great school all around for transfer students.”

Explore all degree programs at degreesearch. arizona.edu. Then, start your journey to becoming a Wildcat at arizona.edu/apply.

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Prescott College Transfer Guide Prescott.edu/Transfer

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An Innovated Approach to Learning

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t Prescott College, your curiosity is your compass and your instructors are your guides. You’ll ask the questions you want answered and then you’ll dive into the research to answer those questions. Courses are problem-based and solution-oriented; you’ll work alongside other students to solve both local and global issues and help shape a more environmentally sustainable and socially just world. Through strong community connections and projectbased learning, you will become deeply engaged in direct application of your knowledge and skills. You will work and learn alongside expert practitioners, forming mentor relationships that will build your professional networks and enrich your time at Prescott.

We Let You Build Your Own Path

We believe that you should have the opportunity to design your own path that aligns with your goals. You will work with faculty advisors to design your own independent studies, pursuing your interests, on your time, in your way.

The Application Process

Our online application is free and requires only a short autobiographical essay and official transcripts from high school and any previous colleges you have attended. Every transfer student is assigned an admissions counselor to support you through every step of the process.

Every application is automatically considered for available scholarships at the time of admission.

Contact your admissions counselor with any questions regarding deadlines you should meet in order to receive our highest-valued scholarships.

Where Can You Study?

You can pursue any of our undergraduate degrees on-campus in Prescott, or you can continue your impact with mentors and professionals in your own community by completing your degree online.

What Can You Study?

Pursue undergraduate degrees in: • Adventure Education • Arts & Humanities • Arts & Letters • Education and Teacher Preparation • Environmental Studies • Interdisciplinary Studies • Psychology and Human Development • Social Justice Studies • Sustainability Management • Sustainable Community Development • Sustainable Food Systems

Accelerate Your Studies

Undergraduate students can begin graduate coursework during their last semester of their undergrad program to accelerate the completion of their M.A., M.S., or M.Ed. Cross-listed courses count toward both degrees, and you only pay the undergrad tuition rate, shortening the cost and time to finish both degrees.

What Will Transfer?

All of your Maricopa coursework that is 100level and above in which you receive a grade of C- or better will transfer in toward your Prescott College degree. We accept up to 90 semester credits.

Student Spotlight

Amy Shunk & Arlet Miranda As transfer student Amy Shunk explored her options to finish her bachelor’s degree, one of Prescott’s master’s degrees was what first caught her attention but she was concerned about how her previous credit would transfer.

“Before I came here I had two and a half years taken at other institutions. The fact that Prescott College said, ‘Yes, we can fold that in and here’s how,’ was really cool because you wouldn’t necessarily think that someone with a bunch of premed courses could slide in to Prescott College.”

Transfer student Arlet Miranda was

relocating to finish her degree and spoke to the relationship she built with her admissions counselor, “We made a connection instantly. Every week, if not every day, I was emailing her with questions about every little detail I was thinking about as I was preparing to move out here.”

Both students are completing their bachelor’s degrees and are continuing their impact by pursuing their accelerated master’s degrees in Social Justice & Community Organizing, and Counseling, respectively.

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Community Colleges and Universities Partner for Student Success

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f you are interested in earning a bachelor’s degree, starting at a Maricopa Community College and transferring to a four-year university provides you with an affordable option. While you can transfer anywhere, the Maricopa Community Colleges have established transfer partnerships with quality, reputable colleges and universities.

These university partnerships assist students in making a smooth transition from one institution to the next by maximizing your Maricopa credits. In addition, many university partners offer Maricopa graduates dedicated advisement and financial incentives such as transfer scholarships, waived application and/ or textbook fees, and special tuition incentives for military personnel. The Maricopa Community Colleges have partnerships with the following institutions:

Local (Arizona) Partners • Arizona Christian University • Arizona State University • A.T. Still University • Benedictine University at Mesa • Chamberlain University • DeVry University • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Franklin Pierce University • Grand Canyon University • Huntington University Arizona • Midwestern University • Northern Arizona University • Ottawa University • Park University • Prescott College • University of Advancing Technology • University of Arizona • University of Arizona Global Campus

• University of Dubuque-Tempe • University of Phoenix • Upper Iowa University-Mesa Center • Wayland Baptist University • Wilkes University-Arizona

Out-of state and/or online partners

• American Public University • Antioch University Online • Berklee Online • Colorado State University-Global Campus • Columbia College • Columbia College Chicago • Excelsior College • FIDM (Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising) • Loyola Marymount University • Middle Georgia State University • New Mexico State University

• Northcentral University • Old Dominion University • Paul Quinn College • Portland State University • Purdue Global • Regis University • Southern New Hampshire University • SUNY Empire State College • Texas Southern University • UAG School of Medicine • Union Institute and University • University of Maryland University College • University of New Mexico • University of Texas at El Paso • Western Governors University Explore University Transfer Options at maricopa.edu/academics/universitytransfer/partners

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Prior Learning Assessment May Shorten the Road to Graduation

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ne in five Americans of working age has some college credit but no degree, according to the 2016 Stronger Nation report from Lumina Foundation, the nation’s largest private foundation focusing solely on increasing American’s success in

higher education.

Because the majority of college students balance a combination of family responsibilities, work responsibilities, and schoolwork, it is not surprising that students often take longer than originally expected or

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never complete a college degree. In other words, “life happens.”

One way colleges and universities are helping students’ accelerate their progress toward graduation is through Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), which allows students to earn college credit for demonstrated mastery in settings outside the traditional classroom.

Common sources of credit for prior learning include military training, professional licensure or certification, examination programs, and vocational education.

PLA can also save students money. For instance, a student who takes an Advanced Placement (AP) exam (one type of prior learning) in high school can earn credit for one or more courses, depending on his or her exam score. In the case of AP exams, for under a hundred dollars, a student can take one exam and potentially earn credit for courses that would have cost far more in tuition. Plus, when PLA helps a student graduate sooner, he or she may start a career or advance in the workplace sooner.

Students with advanced courses in high school, military experience, corporate training, or professional certification may have college credit and not realize it. If working adults have extensive work experience but no degree and are unable to advance without one, PLA can help make a college degree attainable. Students who plan to transfer from one institution to another should become familiar with both institutions’ PLA policies, because prior learning may be evaluated and applied differently.

At the Maricopa Community Colleges, a maximum of 30 credits for prior learning may be applied toward an associate’s degree. Within that maximum, up to 20 may be applied within a student’s general education requirements.

Students should talk to enrollment services staff, including academic advisors, at their college to discuss the potential of Prior Learning Assessment within their degree or certificate program. Students may also be referred, when necessary, to faculty program directors for assistance in evaluating prior learning.

Simplify Your University Transfer

A smooth transfer from your community college to Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, or University of Arizona begins with the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC).

1. A completed AGEC transfers as a block to ASU, NAU, UA, or any Arizona public or tribal community college, without loss of credit.

2. Completing the AGEC with a 2.5 GPA or better guarantees your admission to the universities.

3. The AGEC also gives students the opportunity to explore diverse subjects and obtain a well-rounded academic experience.

BUILDING YOUR TRANSFER DEGREE

Build your transfer degree with three blocks of courses– AGEC, elective and common, and upper division university courses. Up to 64 community college credits can be transferred to the university and apply toward a bachelor’s degree.

You may have already earned college credit in high school through dual enrollment and exams for credit. Make sure to factor these into your degree plan!

TRANSFER TOOLS ON AZTRANSFER.COM: COURSE EQUIVALENCY GUIDE

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AGEC COURSE SEARCH

DUAL ENROLLMENT GUIDE

Enter your course numbers to learn exactly how they are accepted for credit at ASU, NAU, and UA. aztransfer.com/ courseequivalency Learn which community college courses fulfill your general education requirements and transfer as a block to the university. aztransfer.com/agec

If you’ve taken AP, IB, CLEP, or Cambridge exams, you may have already earned college credit! Find out if your exam scores qualify. aztransfer.com/examequivalency Find out how dual enrollment courses at Arizona high schools transfer to the universities. aztransfer.com/dualenrollment

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BENEFITS OF COMPLETING ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE

1. Completing your associate’s degree with a 2.0 GPA or higher will guarantee your admission to ASU, NAU, or UA. 2. You will have more credits to apply toward your bachelor’s degree.

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ALL ABOUT THE AGEC

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1. Take Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) Courses. The AGEC consists of 35-37 credit hours of courses in English, math, social and behavioral sciences, physical and biological sciences, and arts and humanities.

2. Choose a Major and Degree. Decide what associate’s degree you want to earn at the community college and what bachelor’s degree and major you intend to pursue at the university. Make sure to choose community college classes that align with your degree interests!

3. Explore Transfer Pathways. Many of Arizona’s community colleges have pathway programs designed to offer students a smooth transition to the university. Learn about these programs on AZTransfer.com.

4. Complete Your AGEC and Associate’s Degree. Your associate’s degree includes your 35-37 credits of AGEC courses along with approximately 30 additional credit hours of courses required for your degree. Completing an AGEC and Associate’s degree is not required for transfer but is recommended.

There are three types of AGEC blocks designed for different types of community college majors— AGEC A, B, and S. AGEC-A. AGEC-A is for liberal or fine arts majors. Examples: English, Education, Communication, Dance AGEC-B. The AGEC-B is for business majors. Examples: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing AGEC-S. AGEC-S is for majors with more rigorous math and science requirements.

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ZTransfer is a free online college planning tool that helps students know how their community college courses can transfer to Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, and the University of Arizona. Below is an overview of AZTransfer. Visit www. aztransfer.com for details and to access free tools and resources to ensure a smooth transfer to ASU, NAU, or UA!

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Prepare for a Life of Significance

life of significance means being able to step into a role that makes a difference – regardless of where that is – at work, among friends, with family.

Today, we all aspire to be part of the solution.

Few things in life prepare a person for that as well as education does. That’s why we take our mission seriously and wrap all we offer around it.

We built Ottawa University Arizona (OUAZ) from the ground up on what is now a beautiful 240-acre campus in Surprise, where we collaborate with the city and all in our community to offer our students an unprecedented college experience.

When students enroll at OUAZ their college experience is rich in opportunities to dig in and participate. From varsity sports to club sports and organization to fulfill personal goals and passions, we offer scholarships for those who want to get involved: • Band • eSports • Leadership • Theatre • Wrestling (Men’s and Women’s)

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Who OUAZ is for.

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The OUAZ student body is comprised

of first-in-their family college students, second and third-generation college students, transfer students and working adults who have earned college credit, but not yet their degrees. We offer degree programs on-campus and online Here’s why: We believe that no matter where you are on life’s journey... your degree from OUAZ helps you get to your next milepost.

In fact, we are so committed to helping our students develop workready and practical life skills that we’ve eliminated most standard classes on Wednesdays of each 8-week term, clearing that way for our one-of-a-kind Personal Growth Days. These are days where everyone on campus comes together (even faculty and staff) to be inspired by motivational speakers, hear testimonials and learn more about timely topics. Participants are led in singing by a praise band.

Next up in the day are skills development workshops, which are virtually identical to those offered in professional development workshops by corporations and nonprofit organizations. The workshops aim to hone and shape student competencies in areas such as public speaking, project

management, leadership, writing for business, negotiations, personal finance, conflict management and much, much more.

OUAZ’s FlexTerm scheduling allows students to focus on their education, as well as expedite the completion of their bachelor’s degrees.

OUAZ offers options that allow students to create their own personalized course schedule, catering to their learning preferences and timetable.

Students can complete a course in four or eight weeks with more intense work

or they can choose to take the course over 16 weeks.

We offer term starts at eight times throughout the year to make it more convenient for students to come aboard the OUAZ experience. Our students and graduates tell us that the best way to see all OUAZ has to offer is with a campus visit scheduled here or by calling (855) 546-1342.

Ottawa University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission. org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Strategies for Undecided Students

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aving a clear idea of the required courses for your degree program is critical to completing college in a timeefficient manner, which most college students set out to do. In addition to consulting academic and faculty advisors, using online resources like the college catalog, degree checksheets, and transfer guides will provide the information you need to stay on track toward your educational goals.

But what if you don’t know what you want to study or which type of career to pursue? You don’t need to wait to start college until you have decided on a major. There are ways you can get off to a good start, even when you’re not quite sure where the road ahead will take you.

Use career services

Start with general education courses

Every college degree requires at least some general courses, which would apply to multiple majors; English, math, and science, for example.

If you get started on these, and do research on career options in the meantime, you’ll buy yourself more time to consider your decision on a major. Important to keep in mind, though, is that specific general education courses may also be required for the major you eventually select. For example, nursing majors are required to take specific biology courses, so if they take astronomy or geology courses for science when they are undecided on their major, they will still need to take the required biology courses later.

If you’re even considering a major or two (or three), share this information with your advisor so he or she can help you enroll in courses that count for one or more of the majors you are considering and will meet general education requirements.

Start with major specific courses

You may be thinking, “Didn’t I just read the opposite?”, but a different and equally wise strategy for undecided students is to jump into what really interests you. Starting with introductory level courses in majors you are

Mix it up a bit

It can also be beneficial, particularly for full-time students, to take a combination of major-specific and general courses. Once you decide on a major, there will be often be sequenced courses that cannot be taken in the same semester. If you take most or all of your general education courses early on, you may not be able to build a full-time schedule of major-specific courses later, since you can’t take all of them at the same time. Developing a one-to-two semester educational plan with an advisor, even if you don’t know your major, is possible and can help prevent delays in completing your degree.

Take a career exploration course

If you just don’t know where to start on your quest for a major, the structure and support of a college course in career exploration or college success strategies is a great way to learn about resources available to you and receive professional guidance on using them. It also provides a set time for you to explore your interests and research careers--a task that may get set aside otherwise when you are busy with other classes. At the Maricopa Community Colleges, there are several courses you may want to consider. Check locations, dates, and times of these courses on maricopa.edu/students: • FYE101/103 First Year Experience • CPD102AB Career Exploration • CPD115/AAA115 Creating College Success • CPD150/AAA150 Strategies for College Success

Jump into math

The vast majority of math courses must be taken one at a time, in a prescribed sequence. Many students need to take several math courses to reach the level required for their major. Taking a free placement test at your Maricopa Community College (once you are an admitted student) will determine your starting level. Again, discuss possible majors with your advisor to find out if specific math courses are required. If several majors are being considered, take the high road by following the highest math sequence among the majors. You may end up having taken higher math than required, but that will serve you better than falling short and having to try to pick up where you left off when you go back to meet any additional requirements.

Follow your interests & build on your strengths

A good thing about college is that there are a lot of choices. However, so many choices can be overwhelming. When choosing courses, it may not be apparent if or how the content will translate into your career. Part of the college experience is becoming a well-rounded, educated person, and what you learn may come in handy when you least expect it.

Think about what you were good at in high school or skills for which you have received recognition in the past. What are you curious about? Some of the college courses offered may be surprising; for example, you may not see how learning about banned books, rock music, or earthquakes and other natural disasters relate to your future. If you are intrigued by a course, consider taking it! It might fulfill a general education requirement (as do all three of the courses referred to above). It might help you with a current job or in your personal life.

Ultimately, it may help you decide if you want to turn a strength or interest into a degree plan and career.

Keep your options open

If you want to play it safe and take courses that apply to a wide variety of majors, select courses like “Introduction to Literature” over courses like “Literature of Southern Wyoming” (not really a class, in case you were wondering…). This is also helpful to remember if you are considering transferring out of state— if you take courses offered at most colleges and universities, it is more likely that they will fit in somewhere on your degree plan and transfer to other institutions.

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can take a heavier course load or speed things up by taking FALL or winter session courses when you know what is realistic for you.

Earn an associate’s degree

As an undecided student, you can still follow a degree plan at the Maricopa Community Colleges. If you plan to eventually transfer to a university to earn a bachelor’s degree, the Associate in Arts is a flexible degree that fulfills general studies requirements for Arizona’s public universities, along with many private, out-of-state, and online institutions. When you begin to consider specific majors, consult an advisor to find out if the Associate in Arts is still the best fit for you or if another type of degree, such as an Associate in Business, Associate in Science, or Associate in Applied Science, aligns best with your major requirements and transfer goals. Earning an associate’s degree will formally recognize and celebrate your hard work, and can increase your marketability and earning power in the workplace. If you are going to transfer to a university to earn an additional degree, you will already be a college graduate while you continue to build on your success.

Think of “for now,” not forever

If you hold out on choosing a degree path until the perfect major comes along, you may just be in school forever. While finding a rewarding career is very important, sometimes, moving forward with your education and working in a related (or even somewhat related) position for a while is the only way to know if want to stay a career for years to come.

It makes sense to need time to do research and try different things to help you make a decision, so don’t be too hard on yourself for being undecided on a major. At the same time, keep in mind that most people do not stay in the same job for their whole career. With every step you take toward a goal, you’ll gain information to help you make future decisions.

Don’t create a past that will come back to haunt you, when it comes to your grades.

Someday, when you apply to a competitive bachelor’s degree program or graduate school, your chances for admission can be affected Think about what you were good at by poor grades in courses in high school or skills for which you you didn’t take seriously enough. If you are having have received recognition in the past. trouble with a class, go to tutoring, communicate with your instructor, and be aware of course withdrawal and retake policies. Also, enroll in the number of courses you can complete successfully. A common mistake for new students is taking too many courses at once in an attempt to move through college quickly. As you progress in school, you

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Countless resources to help you explore your options are at your fingertips and right on your college campus. Each of the ten Maricopa Community Colleges offers career services to students. Some of the most helpful online resources provided by the colleges include: The Maricopa PipelineAZ delivers customized career planning guidance so you can set relevant academic and career goals that better allow you to plan for your future. You will be able to assess your personal career interests, skills and values, and explore occupations and major that could be a great fit for you. Click on the icon for Maricopa PipelineAZ on mcccd. pipelineaz.com.

considering may actually help you start to narrow in on your interests, and help make you comfortable in your first semester or two of college. In addition, your instructors are great sources for learning about the career options you may have if you pursue a degree in the academic disciplines they teach. Faculty can also provide a glimpse into higher courses in the major, which may help you decide if you are interested enough in the field to pursue it further.

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Transferring to Northern Arizona University

NAU at Mesa Community College

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hen a student joins the Lumberjack family, they find opportunity in every direction. Whether it’s at a statewide location, online, or at the scenic Flagstaff campus, NAU provides the resources and support transfer students need to achieve their career goals quickly and affordably.

One NAU, across Arizona

NAU offers locations across the state to complete a degree, including on the Maricopa Community College campuses across the Phoenix metro area. For a more traditional experience, Flagstaff is consistently ranked among the nation’s best college towns. Additionally, innovative online and Personalized Learning options allow students a path to a respected NAU degree that fits their location and lifestyle.

Access2Excellence

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nau.edu/transfer resident with a household income up to $65,000, and for all eligible members of Arizona’s 22 recognized Tribes, regardless of income. nau.edu/A2E

Transfer 2NAU

Through NAU’s innovative partnership with Arizona community colleges, students can maximize their credits and take the courses they need to seamlessly transition to NAU when they’re ready. Students work closely with NAU representatives who help them stay on track as they complete their community college coursework. nau.edu/2NAU

Transfer up to 90 credits

NAU’s 90/30 programs allow students to earn 90 credits at a partnering community college, then finish the final 30 (usually in a year or less) at NAU. These programs are a great way to maximize college credits and earn a degree as quickly and seamlessly as possible. nau.edu/90-30

Scholarships and financial aid A college education is an investment in one’s future, and students have many options to help

pay for it. NAU students receive more than $400 million in scholarships and financial aid each year. nau.edu/finaid

Profiles of Success Maria Salazar

Wherever and however you want to earn your degree, NAU offers the resources and support you need to achieve your greatest ambitions. Take Maria Salazar, a recent graduate of NAU at Scottsdale Community College, who was part of the school’s inaugural Biology cohort.

Maria collaborated with her professors to conduct significant research on an invasive species of snail and presented her research at the 2022 Undergraduate Symposium at NAU. The project was just one of many

Maria was an integral part of while earning her degree as a Lumberjack.

“As an NAU student, I’ve been invited on butterfly counts, bird counts, and helped restore burrows for burrowing owls,” she says.

Maria even turned a simple class assignment into an invaluable Hooper Undergraduate Research Award and credited her professors for their support and encouragement. “All of these projects wouldn’t be possible without them.”

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program? o Will you meet the minimum cumulative GPA for admission into the university and academic program you want?

Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) and Associate Degree: o Have you selected a major with an Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC)? If so, have you completed the requirements and requested AGEC certification on your transcripts? o Have you met with an advisor to determine your eligibility to graduate at your community college? o Have you submitted an application for graduation? Some colleges require separate applications for the AGEC and the associate degree.

University Application Process & Transcripts: o Have you researched university admission priority dates and deadlines? o Have you submitted your application(s) for admission and all of your official transcripts (and any AP and CLEP test scores) prior to transferring? o Have you checked to see if high school transcripts and test scores are required? o Have you requested that your final official transcripts (from each college attended) be sent to the university after your last semester is completed?

Major and University Requirements: o Does your major have a second language proficiency requirement? o Have you completed all the prerequisites for your university

Financial Aid/Scholarships: o Have you submitted your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the priority date of your transfer institution(s)?

o Have you investigated tuition and fees at the university? Some programs may require a professional fee in addition to tuition. o Have you researched scholarship opportunities? Be wary of potential scams. Search services should be free of charge.

Living Arrangements: o Have you decided whether you will live on or off-campus? On-campus housing can be limited and is usually awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

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e offer unmatched educational experiences that can help you reach your personal and professional goals. With nearly 100 undergraduate degree options, you are sure to find a program of study that will match your interests.

• Arizona residents pay in-state tuition • Easy transfer process • Online transfer evaluation system • In-person and online programs available

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ransferring from a community college to a four-year college or university requires good planning.

Before you transfer to a university, check into the following:

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Transfers Simplified Save time and money by planning your path to degree completion.

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hoose the most efficient and affordable path to a bachelor’s degree with MyPath2ASU®. As one of the nation’s top 10 institutions for undergraduate education, Arizona State University is committed to helping students create a seamless transfer to ASU. The MyPath2ASU transfer experience helps you complete prescribed coursework at your current community college that meets lowerdivision course requirements for your ASU major while fulfilling your associate degree requirements. admission.asu.edu/transfer/maricopa

What are the benefits of MyPath2ASU?

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MyPath2ASU is your suite of customized self-service transfer tools that help you:

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Earn guaranteed university admission and into your MyPath2ASU major of choice if all requirements are fulfilled.

Have 24/7 access to transfer tools, including MyPath2ASU that provide information about course applicability and degree progress.

Connect with ASU transfer coordinators, receive pre-enrollment services and invitations to special ASU events.

Select classes through customized course-by-course pathways to minimize loss of credit.

Prepare academically with personalized communications for your major of choice.

How to sign up for MyPath2ASU Step 01 - Sign up for MyPath2ASU

• Visit mapp.maricopa.edu.

• Enter your Maricopa Enterprise ID (MEID) and password and click Login.

• Identify your current transfer institution.

• Complete your profile.

• Choose from more than 400 on-campus and online pathways.

Step 02 - Access ASU My Transfer Guide

• You will receive an ASURITE user ID via email about two weeks after signing up.

• Go to mypath2asu.asu.edu.

• Click Sign Up, then click Sign In below I have an ASU account.

• Sign in using your ASURITE user ID.

Step 03 - View your transfer coursework

• Create your MyPath2ASU. • Favorite your pathway in My Transfer Guide (you do not need to sign up for MyPath2ASU again because you’ve already signed up on the Maricopa website).

• Now you can log back in any time at mypath2asu.asu.edu to keep track of your transfer coursework.

Step 04 - Complete your MyPath2ASU

• Go to admission.asu.edu/transfer/apply to review admission requirements and steps to apply.

• Apply to ASU one year before completing your MyPath2ASU (six months if you are transferring in the spring semester). Report your ASU ID number on the application.

• Use the same ASURITE user ID to track your application status on my.asu.edu.

MyPath2ASU Tools and Resources

admission.asu.edu/transfer

Transfer Guide In addition to MyPath2ASU, ASU’s Transfer Guide allows you to search for individual course equivalencies as well as credits by exam. Note: All in-state courses can be found in ASU’s Transfer Guide or through the Course Equivalency Guide at AZTransfer.com. You will need to search by term and year completed. tcg.asu.edu

Learn more by attending a virtual event

ASU offers live and on-demand virtual workshops to help you navigate the transfer process, including admission, financial aid and your transfer credits. visit.asu.edu/live-hosted-visit

ASU Online

Through ASU Online, you can choose from more than 300 accredited programs offered online by the nation’s most innovative university. You’ll learn the same curriculum designed and taught by our award-winning faculty and earn the same degree as on-campus students. asuonline.asu.edu/admission/transfer

Questions? Connect with your transfer coordinator.

Your ASU transfer coordinator is available to assist you on your transfer journey and provide support as you prepare for your transition to ASU. Connect via phone or email, or schedule a one-on-one appointment. admission.asu.edu/contact/transfer

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transition to ASU for Maricopa Community College transfer students like Brooklyn, as well as any other community college student anywhere in the United States, no matter where they are in their academic journey.

A new kind of film school

The school’s 750 students represent creative diversity, with more than 40% of its students from underrepresented backgrounds.

“I’ve really enjoyed the diversity and freedom of subjects in courses,” Brooklyn said. “I’ve found such liberation in expression — especially in my story-centered classes like Intermediate Screenwriting and Introduction to Film and Media Production this semester.”

Students also have opportunities to use Hollywood technology through partnerships, including with the John Hughes Institute and with Dreamscape Immersive, the world’s leading virtual reality company. It is also the first film school to offer students the tech used in “The Mandalorian,” — that is, virtual production with extremely high-resolution LED wall and floor screens made by Planar Studios at the ASU California Center. The MIX Center will offer the technology starting in the fall semester.

A passion for filmmaking Currently,

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building up her resume and sharpening her screenwriting skills with ASU faculty.

“The biggest mentor figure for me at ASU right now is Professor Chris LaMont,” Brooklyn said. “He helped me redefine my screenwriting capabilities and streamline them to really sell a story. Next semester, I plan to take individualized instruction from him to better understand how I can progress as a screenwriter.”

Below, Brooklyn shares more about her transfer experience.

Question: Who (or what) inspired you to go to pursue higher education?

Answer: My passion for filmmaking was my biggest drive to pursue higher education.

My family was so supportive of me in that decision, so those two factors really impacted my decision.

Q: Why did you decide to attend community college?

A: Community college was more affordable than a university and offered smaller class sizes. I felt more at ease knowing that I could easily get help from an instructor when I needed it because of that.

Q: What is one piece of advice you would give to a new transfer student?

A: Know the difference between quality and quantity. While it may be easier to procrastinate or submit a half-effort assignment, your quality

of learning will suffer for it. It is always better to work hard for the sake of learning the most and gaining the best experience possible.

Q: Why (and when) did you choose your major?

A: First and foremost, I am a storyteller.

Sharing stories is what I love, and filmmaking is a beautiful way of doing just that. In high school, I juggled between creative writing and film and media production, but I eventually chose the latter, as I found more opportunities to share stories with a larger audience.

Q: What are your plans after you graduate with your bachelor›s degree?

A: I’m looking to write, direct and act in films (whether feature films or short films) to build up my resume, eventually getting to the professional level.

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or Brooklyn, a junior majoring in film and media production, the 2020 launch of The Sidney Poitier New American Film School at Arizona State University seemed like fate.

“I chose ASU because of the incredible opportunities that were opening up,” Brooklyn said. “Living in the Mesa area, it almost felt like destiny that The Sidney Poitier New American Film School opened its doors in Mesa to students just as I transferred.” The school operates across three cities, including ASU’s Tempe campus, the Los Angeles-based California Center and the Media and Immersive Experience (MIX) Center, a brand-new 118,000-gross-square-foot state-ofthe-art facility in downtown Mesa.

Now on track to graduate this fall, Brooklyn credits ASU’s transfer tool, MyPath2ASU®, with helping her navigate through the transfer process from Mesa Community College.

“MyPath2ASU was a great guideline in helping me stay on track while earning the right credits toward my degree,” said the aspiring writer, director and actor.

“Earning my associate degree before transferring led my track astray just a bit, but because of MyPath2ASU, I’m on my way to graduating with ease from the building blocks that I’d established.”

MyPath2ASU is designed to ease the

Transferred from: Mesa Community College Major: Film and media production

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t’s been a very good year for the Cygnus Suborbital rocket team from EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott Campus.

On April 16, 2023, the team launched a rocket they dubbed Deneb, which reached an altitude of 47,732 feet and set multiple records, including the highest undergraduate and collegiate amateur liquid rocket launch in the United States, more than doubling the previous record of 22,000 feet.

Named Deneb after one of the brightest stars in the northern hemisphere, the EmbryRiddle rocket had a total burn time of 26.1 seconds, reaching a velocity of 1,150 mph (Mach 1.5).

“Watching Deneb take off was the most exhilarating moment of my life,” said team lead Dalton Songer, an Aerospace Engineering major. “We all ran out of the bunker to watch.

It was breathtaking.”

The record-shattering launch was the culmination of over 4,000 hours spent designing, building and testing Deneb’s various systems.

For two days ahead of the launch, the team camped out in the Mojave, California, desert, reassembling their rocket after transport and waiting for their turn to launch at the Friends of Amateur Rocketry facility.

As final checks were performed, one thought filled Songer’s head: “This has to work.”

Inside the launch bunker, the entire team joined the countdown. Songer saw a puff of smoke as the propellant mains opened, followed by a flash of light and the harmonic

scream of the rocket lifting off.

“That moment was special,” he said.

“Something that only happens when a dedicated group of individuals come together and make something incredible happen against all odds.”

In addition to Songer, the team featured eight engineers with different areas of responsibility: Ben Black, ground testing; Zoe Brand, propulsion; Dawson Damish, ground support; Tom De Vries, data acquisition and control; Kyle Dutcher, structures; Charles Flaherty, fluids; Duncan Shour, avionics and recovery; and Jared Walker, flight modeling.

Named the Cygnus Suborbitals, the team originated in a senior capstone propulsion design course taught by Dr. Daniel White and Dr. Jonathan Adams. The team is also part of the Rocket Development Lab (RDL), a student organization that promotes rocketry on the Prescott Campus and educates undergraduate students through hands-on opportunities.

“I have been working with this group of students for the past four years, and they are incredible engineers,” said Dr. Elliott Bryner, director of the Propulsion Laboratory and Rocket Test Complex. He said several students from the team have already headed to full-time jobs at places like SpaceX, Blue Origin and Firefly Aerospace.

Eagle Earns Spot in Boeing Hall of Fame

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hen EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University student Kestrel Carlough set out to prevent cyberattacks against vital systems such as the Electronic Flight Bags used by today’s pilots, he didn’t know where the research would take him.

Turns out, it took him to The Boeing Company’s Security Hall of Fame.

Working under the direction of Dr. Krishna Sampigethaya, department chair and associate professor of Cyber Intelligence and Security at EmbryRiddle’s Prescott Campus, Carlough concentrated on wireless network interfaces, which led him

to discover a security vulnerability in a popular EFB app.

He reported his findings to The Boeing Company, and thanks to his efforts, the issue has been resolved.

“Kestrel was recognized by Boeing for helping them fix a vulnerability in one of their leading apps,” said Dr. Sampigethaya.

“I came to EmbryRiddle and got my bachelor’s degree in Cyber Intelligence and Security. I have now decided to stay here for my master’s degree mostly because of the faculty,” Carlough said. “They’re great. They will work with you and provide you with incredible opportunities.”

Members of the record-setting team are (left to right) front: Jared Walker, Kyle Dutcher, Dalton Songer, Dr. Daniel White, Zoe Brand, Dawson Damish (standing) Tom De Vries; back: Charles Flaherty, Ben Black and Duncan Shour. (Photo: EmbryRiddle Aeronautical Univeristy)

EmbryRiddle student Kestrel Carlough was the only undergraduate in the nation invited to present research to a panel of industry leaders at the recent RSA conference, which attracts over 40,000 attendees. (Photo: Kestrel Carlough)

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Make the Decision to Return to College

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re you considering going back to school? You are not alone. Adults of all ages are returning to the classroom to increase their earning potential, conquer a delayed dream or just to learn a new skill. As a Maricopa Community Colleges student, you will have access to ten colleges with various academic programs and flexible class scheduling. Regardless of the cause, here are some reasons why you should dust off that backpack. College isn’t just for those graduating high school students anymore.

student success. Visit Academic Advising (https://my.maricopa.edu/services/academicadvisement) or your college’s advisement/ enrollment services office today.

Unsure of what you can do with your degree? Online and in-person Career Services is available to students at each college. Below are some highly recommended links to get you started.

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An associate’s degree is affordable ($85* per semester credit):

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Making a financial decision can be an intimidating task, however investing in education to improve your future is important.

Students are eligible for Maricopa Community College District (publicly funded) and Maricopa Foundation (privately funded) scholarships for various amounts to cover tuition and/or expenses. Please the visit Scholarship webpage (https://my.maricopa. edu/financial-aid/scholarships) for more details on how to apply.

The Financial Aid Answer Center will also discuss all options such as grants,

scholarships, work study and federal loans in-person and over the phone at 1-888-9944433. You can also visit Paying for College (https://my.maricopa.edu/how-pay) for more information. *subject to change annually

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classroom or military service to save you time and money: Did you attend a trade school or receive any certifications since high school? Or did you begin your collegiate career, but then take a break? If so, you may be able to apply that college level learning to your degree as Credit for Prior Learning (also known as Prior Learning Assessment). Maricopa colleges can award up to 30 semester credits for prior learning toward an associate’s degree, including up to 20 general education credits.

Consult an academic advisor to discuss your eligibility.

If you don’t know what to major in or just want to make sure you can handle a course load, Maricopa Community Colleges has talented advisors and valuable resources to get you started:

Each Maricopa college has dedicated staff to assist you throughout your entire college experience from course registration to applying for graduation. Our advisors offer support and guidance proven to create

• Maricopa CareerLink (https://maricopa-csm. symplicity.com/) helps you explore potential interests, skills and values to find the best career/major fit.

• Match Careers to Degrees (https://bigfuture. collegeboard.org/explore-careers/careers/ matching-careers-to-degrees) displays job titles and describes the type of work and pay you can expect in your field.

• The Occupational Outlook Handbook (http:// www.bls.gov/ooh/) provides career and salary information, as well as training and education requirements.

• Career One Stop (http://www.careeronestop. org/) offers an easy to use Occupation Finder.

Maricopa coursework prepares you to transfer to a university:

All Maricopa colleges and the district maintain active partnerships with local, online, public, private, out-of-state and international universities to fit the needs of all continuing students. Whether you are a Nursing student, interested in Graphic Design or are still undecided, one of our partners may be the perfect option for a bachelor’s or graduate program. Some universities even allow Maricopa students to complete and transfer up to 75% of the credits required for a bachelor’s degree.

Visit the Maricopa University Partner List (https://www.maricopa.edu/de-greescertificates/transfer/pathways-partners) to compare institutions and decide which one is best for you.

Academic Advising: What you can expect and what is up to you

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cademic advisement is a vital resource for students at every stage of their college education. New students rely on advisors to inform them about the enrollment process, available services, and life as a college student. Continuing students need advisors to help them stay on track to reach their goals and provide or verify program information.

Students preparing to graduate and transfer to a four-year college or university depend on advisors to explain transfer options, clarify transfer admission and degree requirements, and support them in making the transition from one institution to the next.

You should expect the best from your advisors, but it is important to keep in mind that the student-advisor relationship is a partnership. In order to build a positive student-advisor connection, consider the following responsibilities.

Your advisor should:

As a student, you should:

• Meet with your advisor each semester (or as often as your college recommends) to discuss

your progress. Depending on the size of your college and how much you are able to do on your own after initial visit(s), sometimes email or phone advisement is more efficient.

• Come prepared. The first time you see an advisor, bring your placement test scores, transcripts from other institutions attended, and/or any documents you think may be helpful that are not already in your college’s computer system. If in doubt, call ahead and ask what you should bring. For subsequent advisement sessions, bring degree check sheets, transcripts, and any other materials your advisor provided at prior meetings.

• Take notes during your advisement sessions.

Make sure you and your advisor are clear on any follow-up tasks you need to do.

• Use what you learn from your advisor to better help yourself. Advisors are teachers, and want to empower you to lead the way with your education. Don’t expect your advisor to always give you a list of university requirements or build your class schedule; instead, work together on completing tasks and gathering information in order to become more self-reliant as a student. This does not make the advisor’s role unnecessary. It means the advisor can assist

you with more complex enrollment or academic issues, and you won’t need to wait for them to do things you can do on your own.

• Ask questions, and clearly and honestly answer your advisor’s questions.

Understanding each other builds trust in your partnership, which will support your overall educational experience.

• Research college and program information to increase your knowledge on requirements, policies, and procedures. Being informed will help you make good decisions and know what you need help with.

• Be engaged in the conversation and accept responsibility for your actions as a student.

Your advisor wants you to succeed, but cannot make you succeed. Even if you are unsure of yourself or your goals, your advisor needs to know that you value your education and are ready to do your part.

With both of you giving your best effort to collaborate, you will be able to have a great college experience, feeling supported, informed, and enabled to reach your goals.

When you and your advisor work as a team, you will win, and your advisor will be right there to cheer you on for whatever comes next.

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• Clearly communicate program requirements, institutional policies and procedures.

• Maintain a broad knowledge base and continuously work to keep up-to-date.

• Listen effectively, and ask questions to

understand your needs.

• Provide appropriate referrals to campus resources.

• Work collaboratively with you to develop a clear and comprehensive educational plan (sometimes referred to as a program of study, semester-by-semester plan, or something similar) • Encourage and guide you in defining and developing realistic goals.

• Inform you about online resources for academic information and support services.

• Be realistically accessible to you: in-person, by telephone, e-mail, or web access, and respond to reasonable requests in a timely manner.

• Help you gain the ability to assume responsibility for your educational choices and achievements, and learn from your mistakes or setbacks.

• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the institution’s policies and federal and state laws.

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Financial Aid Basics & Top Spots for Transfer Info For Students at the Maricopa Community Colleges STEPS to Financial Aid

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1. Create a FAFSA ID (fafsa.gov).

2. File your FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid (fafsa.gov).

3. Apply to college (maricopa.edu/students), take placement tests, and enroll in classes.

4. Apply for scholarships (maricopa.edu/scholarships) – multiple websites; start with your college’s financial aid website.

5. Submit all documents requested to the financial aid office – check the “to do” list in your Student Center (maricopa.edu/students).

6. Read your award letter by logging into your Student Center (maricopa.edu/students) and clicking on Financial Aid .

7. Accept or decline your award.

8. Complete Loan Entrance Counseling – only if receiving loans (studentaid.gov).

9. Complete a Master Promissory Note – only if receiving loans (studentaid.gov).

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10. Receive funds – refer to your college’s financial aid website and the Maricopa Student Refund Program (MSRP) program information (maricopa.edu/refunds).

11. Abide by satisfactory academic progress policies to maintain your financial aid eligibility.

Financial Aid TIPS for Students Getting Ready to Transfer • Indicate your transfer school’s financial aid code on your FAFSA. This can be found on your community college’s financial aid website or the FAFSA website.

• Notify your lender that you will be transferring to a different institution.

• Complete a loan deferment form unless you plan to start paying back loans right away.

Top Spots for Tranfser Info

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Visit www.maricopa.edu/degreescertificates/transfer to learn more about dozens of college and university transfer options including local, out-of-state, public, private, online and onsite degree programs.

• Explore degree programs and transfer pathways.

• Access university sites designed for MCCCD graduates.

• Connect with academic advisors.

On www.maricopa.edu/current-students, you’ll find everything you need to get started and stay on track at any of the Maricopa Community Colleges. Log in to: • Apply for admissions.

• Search for classes (“Find a Class” feature, including in-person, online, hybrid, and honors options).

• Read course descriptions.

• Drop and add courses.

• Check your progress toward a degree.

• Access your grades, placement test scores, schedule, financial aid status, charges and payments, contact

information, transcripts, and more.

Your community college website will provide even more information on transfer advisement and other student services at your campus. For community college websites, start at maricopa.edu and click on “Our Colleges.”

AZTransfer helps students make every credit count.

Visit AZTransfer.com for everything you need to plan a smooth and seamless transfer to ASU, NAU, or UA without losing your hard-earned credits.

• Enter course numbers in the Course Equivalency Guide to learn exactly how they are accepted for credit at ASU, NAU, and UA. • Learn which courses offered at your community college fulfill general education requirements and transfer as a block to the university.

• Find courses in the Shared Unique Number (SUN) System, a special bank of courses that have direct equivalency among Arizona’s public community colleges and three state universities.

• Access step-by-step guides to help you move to the university with ease.

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