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Before Applying to Study Abroad as a Transfer Student

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Transfer Student Testimonials

Alejandra Salgado, United Kingdom, University of East Anglia, Spring 2017

Alejandra near Big Ben in London, UK Studying abroad has always been a passion of mine. That is why from my first day at UCM, I knew I wanted to study abroad. The big question was where and how. I began to research the various programs and opportunities available to me. I picked a program in England, with every intention of studying abroad the following semester. I even submitted my application. Only to discover my dream would have to wait a little longer.

As a transfer student the application process can be a little different. I was unable to study abroad my second semester at UCM because my UCM GPA would not be processed in time for the application deadline. My hopes of studying abroad in the Fall were disintegrated. After meeting with a study abroad advisor they encouraged me to try again the following semester.

I didn’t give up! I decided to apply for the Spring semester. This time around I had more than enough time to prepare. You know what they say second time’s the charm. I was selected to attend the UK-English Universities program for Spring of 2017. I was ecstatic! My dream of studying abroad was finally coming true.

 As an English major I knew England would be the ideal place for me. It was a new way to study different genres of literature.   I was overjoyed at the prospect of experiencing a new educational system. This was extremely important to me. As someone who plans on entering the world of higher education administration, I knew this experience would be essential in shaping my perspective. I have always, and continue to encourage students to study abroad. The experience is unlike any other. You want to take advantage of this opportunity while you can. All students can study abroad, even transfer students. Take advantage of this wonderful, exciting opportunity today!

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Transfer Student FAQs

Transfer students have particular challenges when it comes to study abroad. While these challenges might present special obstacles to transfer students, study abroad scholarships will often give greater consideration to transfer students because of these challenges.

Transfer students typically only have four to six semesters at UC Merced for financial aid and enrollment purposes. This means that transfer students, in order to complete degree requirements on time while studying abroad, must be well organized and plan early. Transfer students who do not plan well, may find that they run out of financial aid eligibility or risk running afoul of academic term limits. Native students often have more flexibility in their schedule, but transfers need to be more intentional with their planning, especially in majors in Natural Sciences and Engineering.
Transfer students should begin the planning process as early as possible, ideally before they are accepted into UC Merced. Students who intend to transfer to UC Merced should contact their likely study abroad advisor and academic advisor right away to begin planning and exploring. Transfer students should apply based on when they intend to study abroad. Deadlines to study abroad are available online based on program and term. Students unsure of when to go abroad or in which program to participate should read below.
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Transfer Student Tips & Resources

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