Transfers Fall

It can be confusing to navigate a new university. To assist you in your transition, we created a Transfer Orientation Program. During Orientation, you have time to get to know the campus better, participate in a campus tour and take care of all the most important processes with lots of assistance from current students, faculty, academic advisors and staff. You will meet with a representative from your academic department and, for some students, it is then that they will meet with an advisor and select classes. Representatives of many on-campus offices will be there to discuss the services available to you as a student at UAlbany. With assistance, correct information and an idea of what to expect of the UAlbany community, you'll be off to a great start!

Summer Orientation Dates:

Part 1 - Attend one of the remaing Orientation Dates:

Wednesday, August 24
Friday, August 26

Part 2 "Great Dane Beginnings" - Attend the Fall Welcome Weekend for new students. For more information visit:
www.albany.edu/studentsuccess/openingweekend

How to Reserve a Date?

Pay your $150 Admissions Deposit.

Set up your UAlbany email account.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION FROM THE ORIENTATION OFFICE WILL GO TO YOUR UALBANY EMAIL ACCOUNT.

Click "Orientation" to visit the Orientation section of the Welcome Website to request a date.

Pay $90 Orientation fee* at http://epay.albany.edu/.
*A $90 student orientation fee covers the costs associated with the program including staff, lunch, printed information and all other materials and services received during Orientation.

When the Orientation Office acts on your request, you will receive confirmation materials at your UAlbany email account.

If you have not already done so, go to the University Welcome Website. Click "Transfer" and follow each step on the Transfer Checklist to complete your enrollment.

Transfer FAQ's:

Q1:  I want to register for classes. Can I do so anytime?
Q2:  Is there a parent/family orientation program?
Q3:  How will I know what courses transferred?
Q4:  What is a Degree Audit Report?
Q5:  I have been taking courses at UA through the General Studies program. I was just admitted to a degree program. Since I've been taking  classes, do I have to attend a Planning Conference?
Q6:  What kinds of on-campus housing opportunities are available?
Q7:  What kinds of services exist for off-campus living?
Q8:  What about child Day Care Services?
Q9: What do I need to complete before the Fall?

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Q1:  I want to register for classes. Can I do so anytime?
All students must consult with an academic advisor before registering for classes.  The "New Transfer Advisement Info" icon at www.albany.edu/advisement  provides additional information regarding registration for classes, major requirements, and academic advisement.  Please note that representatives from all academic departments are planning to meet with students during Orientation.   
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Q2:  Is there a fall parent orientation program?
There is an optional Parent/Family Orientation Program that occurs separately from the student conferences.  The Parent Program will take place from 2:15 – 5:00pm on Wednesday, August 24 only. This provides an opportunity for your family member, parent or guardian to learn more about the campus environment at UAlbany. You may wish to review sample parent orientation schedule.

(Please note:  There is no Parent Orientation Program on Friday, August 26.)
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Q3:  How will I know what courses transferred?
You will receive a "Degree Audit Report" during your Planning Conference that outlines your degree requirements for your major, and indicates how the courses you've previously taken fit that academic plan. Advisors will discuss this with you and explain how your Degree Audit was determined.
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Q4:  What is a Degree Audit Report?
The Degree Audit is a useful tool that you and your advisor will use while you are here to follow your progress toward your degree. It outlines your degree requirements, and how the courses you've previously taken fit that plan, and indicates requirements that must still be fulfilled. For more information, go to http://www.albany.edu/registrar/dars.html
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Q5:  I have been taking courses at UA through the General Studies program.  I just got admitted to a degree program.  I've been taking classes, so why do I have to attend a Planning Conference?
Students who have been taking courses at UAlbany through the Division of General Studies and who are subsequently admitted to a degree program must attend a Planning Conference also. The Planning Conference process affords you the opportunity to meet with a representative of your academic department prior to General Registration Day. Additionally, there are a number of administrative details that need to be accomplished before the start of classes and the Planning Conference is designed to provide these. Because you are currently attending UAlbany, the $90 orientation fee does not apply to transfers from the General Studies Program.
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Q6:  What kinds of on-campus housing opportunities are offered?
The University offers a variety of on-campus living options for students. Transfer students traditionally live on Alumni Quad.  Please refer to the Residential Life website at http://www.albany.edu/housing/.
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Q7:  What kinds of services exist for off-campus living?
There are many opportunities available for transfers in the Capital District area who wish to live off campus. You may wish to obtain further information from the web site at:  http://www.albany.edu/housing/offcampus.shtml

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Q8:  What about Day Care Services?
There are a number of day care services offered throughout the Capital District area. You may wish to consult the yellow pages of the phone book for locations and phone numbers. Additionally, there is a day care center on campus. Information for U-kids Day Care can be accessed on line at:  http://campuschildrenscenter.com
Please keep in mind that wait-lists exist for many day care centers, so contact those of interest as soon as possible once you are considering UA.
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Q9:  What do I need to complete before fall classes begin?

Please review and complete the “Transfer Check List” located at http://www.albany.edu/welcome/transfers.php