As enrollment and retention concerns grow, embracing transfer students has never been more important. Two- and four-year colleges need to work together to streamline academic pathways and support transfer students through what is a stressful and complex transition.
The Chronicle's issue brief, "Improving the Transfer Handoff," advises college leaders on how to align curricula and provide degree maps to ensure that students are academically prepared. You'll get advice on helping students navigate the transfer process from application to registration, and tips for following through with academic and financial support.