Survival Guide

Transfer On-Ramp

You have already had valuable exposure to the college experience, and now is the time to get adjusted to UCSC and “hit the ground running!" 

Housing

There are numerous housing options for transfer students at UC Santa Cruz

Transfer Orientation

Financial Aid

Best practices and information on Financial Aid and Scholarships. FAQ's on important topics to help you with your academic journey; applying for Financial Aid, Steps to Recieve Aid, Summer Session, Study Abroad, Minimum Enrollment, Part Time and much more.

Transfer Success Class

Provides first-quarter, community college transfers with an understanding of the workings of a research university with an emphasis on advanced academic expectations. Offered only during the summer, as part of the Transfer Edge program. 

STARS Student Budget

Financial tool to help assist you with creating a personal budget, with your income and expenses. Evalute how much money you have each quarter by reviewing your Financial AId, income earned, family contrubutions, as well as quarterly bills and overall expenses.

STARS Counselors

STARS staff embrace and develop connections and cooperative relationships with colleagues and community partners to create a meaningful and personalized network of support for our students.