Mission
Have you been accepted to a university?
Complete a Transfer Recognition Form and participate in our annual Transfer Celebration.WORKSHOPS | EVENTS
[Transfer Tip]
It is important to meet with a transfer counselor at least once a semester to ensure you're on track towards transferring to a university.
Follow these easy steps to guide your transfer process. Also reference our step-by-step process for fall and winter | spring admission. STEP 1
Identify your career goal. Utilize the Career Center to begin your career search. STEP 2
Choose a major and identify the universities that offer your program. STEP 3
Schedule a counseling appointment to develop a transfer Student Education Plan. STEP 4
Stay connected to the University Transfer Center for workshops, road trips, and much more. STEP 5
Apply to the universities. Attend an application workshop to help get you started. STEP 6
Update CSU/UC admission application. STEP 7
Receive admission decisions and submit Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) to your chosen university. Submit final transcript(s) with general education certification if applicable.
College degree levels are broken down into two categories: undergraduate and graduate. Each degree offers different academic paths and career opportunities. Associate Degree
(Undergraduate)
A 2-year program offered at a community college that gives you foundational knowledge and skills in a specific field. An associate degree can qualify you for some entry-level positions. Bachelor Degree
(Undergraduate)
A 4-year program offered by colleges and universities that are widely seen as essential for many professional careers. Students can start at a community college then transfer to a college or university to complete a bachelor's degree. Master Degree
(Graduate)
A 1-3 year advanced program which helps you build specialized knowledge and skills in a specific field, often leading to higher-paying positions, leadership roles, or further study at the doctoral level. Doctorate Degree
(Graduate)
A 2-8 year rigorous program of study that will prepare you for high-level roles in academia and research or for professional fields like law or medicine. A doctorate degree is the highest academic degree you can obtain.
CONNECT WITH A TRANSFER COUNSELOR
Frequently Asked Questions
Reasons to schedule a transfer counseling appointment:
- Develop a Transfer Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP)- New or Update
- Explore university majors
- External Transcript Evaluation
- Transfer Planning
- Career Planning
- Review University Applications.
- Apply for a degree and/or certificate using external transcripts
- Apply for general education certification (CSUGE/IGETC/Cal-GETC) using external transcripts
- Apply for an Academic Renewal using external transcripts
Before you schedule a transfer counseling appointment, complete the following:
- Appointments are only open to Hancock students. An admission application must be on file with the Admissions and Records Office.
- If you are an incoming student transferring to Hancock from another college and need
your transcript evaluated by a counselor, please take the following steps prior to
scheduling your counseling appointment.
- Order all official transcripts to be directly sent to our Admissions and Records Office.
- Wait for your email confirmation that your transcripts were received and evaluated.
- Once confirmed, schedule your counseling appointment.
Select the following link for more information on the Transcript Evaluation Process,
To schedule a counseling appointment, you are required to use the Successnet link below. Counselors are available in-person and zoom.
Meet with a Transfer Counselor (Santa Maria)
Meet with a Transfer Counselor (Lompoc)
Helpful YouTube Videos:
How to schedule a counseling appointment?
See if we already answered your question:
Drop-In Questions:
- Adding/Dropping classes
- Apply for a degree and/or certificate with no external transcripts
- Apply for a general education certification (CSUGE/IGETC/Cal-GETC) with no external transcripts
- Apply for an Academic Renewal with no external transcripts
- Requesting Excess Units
- Pass/No Pass Questions
- Student Services and Community Referrals
Contact the UTC for daily drop-in hours at (805) 922-6966 ext 3363.
IMPORTANT UNIVERSITY DEADLINES
Check out the links below to learn about admission application filing periods, deadline to submit your Student Intent to Register (SIR), deadline to submit final transcripts, and much more.
UPDATE: Students may begin working on their Fall admission application starting August 1.
Fall Admission |
Winter | Spring Admission |
|---|---|
Submit by scheduled deadline:Admission Application: Oct 1 - Nov 30 Transfer Academic Update: January 31 |
Submit by scheduled deadline:Admission Application: July 1- August 31 |
Fall Admission |
Winter | Spring Admission |
|---|---|
Submit by scheduled deadline:Admission Application: October 1 - December 1 |
Submit by scheduled deadline:Admission Application: July 1-31 |
PRIVATE AND INDEPENDENT COLLEGE
Over 1000 private colleges and universities use the Common Application for admissions to their campus. Before completing the application, be sure to check if the school you are applying to uses the Common Application. Admission application filing periods vary. Refer to the college/university admission website.
Campuses that accept the Common Application
HOURS
Location
Santa Maria Campus
Student Services Building
Bldg. A Room 205
805-922-6966 ext. 3363
Text the UTC @ 805-922-6977
TRANSFER TEAM
