Foundations of Excellence Transfer participants will develop a comprehensive approach to improving transfer success, while raising awareness of the importance of transfer students.

Transfer has become the new norm for American college students, with over 60% of students transferring between institutions at least once. However, at many institutions transfer students are neglected and the supports available to them are limited and disjointed.

Four-Year Institutions

Foundations of Excellence Transfer for four-year institutions focuses on the transfer-receiving function and outcomes. The process helps institutions evaluate the ways they facilitate the experience of their new transfer student cohort. This evaluation focuses on all aspects of the transfer students’ experiences, not just the initial recruitment and enrollment process.

Two-Year Institutions

Foundations of Excellence for two-year colleges focuses on an evaluation of current initiatives designed to serve transfer-bound students. For many two-year colleges, encouraging and supporting student transfer are essential functions that relate to the institutional mission and vision. Participant colleges take a close look at their approach to assisting transfer-bound students and make plans for improvement.