1) Financial Aid – Check to see if the college your student is transferring to offers merit-aid to transfers.

2) Credit Hours – Make sure you are aware of which credits transfer and which credits do not transfer.

3) Housing – Check to see if housing is available for transfer students.

4) Acclimation – Look for ways to become involved at your new campus.  Oftentimes, the acclimation programs are offered only for freshmen.