Advising Transfer Students
There are many reasons as to why students transfer including financial considerations, geographic proximity, admission standards, previously poor institutional fit, etc. The common element among these students is they will be making a very significant change in their lives.

Students handle the transition differently ranging from displays of great confidence to lack there of. Some will readily admit they are lost while others may pretend they have it "figured it all out." It is the advisor's job to recognize how the transfer student is handling their new transition. For suggestions on how to handle and advise transfer students see the advising transfer student page.

Transfer Process
Transferring into Saint Anselm College will be different for each student. Provided that the equivalent of the college's general requirements and the basic courses have been fulfilled, the transfer student should be able to complete a degree program without loss of time. For more information on transfer credit and the admission process for transfers see the transferring into Saint Anselm College page.

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Links to Related Resources and Information
Student Retention and Attrition Resources
NACADA Clearinghouse of Academic Advising Resources

Advising Transfer Students
NACADA Clearinghouse of Academic Advising Resources