How do you feel about the transfer process?

Charlene De La Cruz, Interaction Design, 19 ,Applying to Art Center, College of Design , “Overwhelming! But it’s always good to keep my options open, even though my major is only offered in a few art schools.I realized most people are applying to UCs and CSUs so for students are transferring to art or private schools, we’re on a different schedule with a different set of guidelines. For instance, the art school I am applying to requires two essays, a video, and portfolio.”

Cienna Ajir, Animal Biology or Communications minor in Theater, 18 , Applying to CSU Humboldt and UC Santa Barbara, “I am so glad days like this are hosted by De Anza. For instance, I just learned CSU Humboldt has a great sustainability program in nature. The more I learn about my options, the more I have a clearer vision on where I want to apply.”

Isabel Fulton, 17, Criminal Justice, Applying to SDSU,  “There are a lot of options! I have a few more schools in mind now and they are all definitely not in the Bay Area! Today made me feel more comfortable and familiar with the transfer process but also a bit overwhelming.”

Kyle Nguyen, Business Administration, UC Riverside, San Jose State, UC Berkeley, applying to UC Riverside, San Jose State, UC Berkeley
 “It’s scary. The competitiveness of it all can be intimidating.”

Liz Alexeyev, 20, Psychology, applying to a few CSUs, USc, specifically eying on UC Santa Barbara and San Francisco State. “Of course, like many, I feel nervous and stress about the work load and change but overall it’s a positive process and I am looking forward to the future!

Maria Zimmermann, Business Adminstration, 20 ,Applying to anywhere she get receive a scholarship for Tennis. “Yea, definitely! All of the information makes me feel anxious but I am happy De Anza hosted an event like this!”

Nick Bauersfeld, 21, Communications or Sports Journalism, Applying to ASU “I feel like I received more of a direction of my pursuits and it’s very helpful.”

Ying He, 20, Nursing ,Applying to East Bay and other CSUs, “Difficult, there’s so much to worry about! But as long as I am confident, everything will work out.”