Advising & Transfer

Advising & Transfer

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      Through one-on-one meetings, group advisement and campus-wide programming, the Office of Advising & Transfer Support provides opportunities to clarify your academic and professional goals. Together, we’ll develop an appropriate educational plan that satisfies degree requirements and prepares you for your next steps after Guttman.

      What to Expect​

      At  Guttman, you’ll work closely with an academic advisor upon entry through graduation. Your advisor will provide you with academic, career and transfer planning support.

      SSA

      Your Student Success Advisor (SSA) will help you make a smooth transition to college and guide you through your academic career at the College.

      First Year Seminar 101

      During the Bridge Program and through the first semester, you’ll meet with your SSA during a weekly advisory session called First Year Seminar 101: Learning about Being a Successful Student (LABSS). The seminar will provide you with the tools and knowledge needed to be a successful college student.

      Programs and Events

      You will have the opportunity to engage in various programs and events that promote transfer. Through these activities Student Success Advisors alongside our Transfer Specialist will help cultivate your interest in transfer and guide you with exploring majors, selecting the right senior college for you, completing transfer applications, and much more.

      Advising Framework​

      We follow a three-tiered advising framework rooted in the appreciative advising model, which will serve as a thread throughout your journey at the College.

      Appreciative Advising Model

      During the First Year Experience (FYE), we utilize a proactive advising model that asks open-ended questions, anticipates your needs and helps you achieve your goals.

      As you enter your program of study (major), we shift to a coaching model that identifies personal strengths, recommends appropriate resources and develops goal-oriented action plans that promote success as you transition to a four-year institution or the workforce.

      They took the time to take care of me, to understand my situation.

      – Daniela Luna

      IT major (’23)
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      Transfer Support

      If you’re interested in transferring to a four-year college after Guttman, we encourage you to start considering your options during your first semester. We’re here to help by providing:

      1. Individualized support through one-on-one meetings and direct messaging.
      2. Special programs and events to guide your college research and planning.
      3. Support for understanding how educational pathways align with careers.

      T-Rex

      Transfer Explorer (T-Rex) is the source for the most up-to-date information about how CUNY colleges transfer and apply credit for both CUNY and non-CUNY courses, as well as for other learning experiences, like exams and certifications. Whether you are planning to transfer within CUNY or simply to take a course at another CUNY college, make T-Rex your go-to resource.

      Transfer Opportunities

      Guttman Community College offers a comprehensive menu of programs, services, and events designed to support students in continuing their education at four-year colleges and universities. From personalized advising to campus visits and large-scale transfer events, our team provides the guidance, partnerships, and pathways needed to help you transfer with confidence.

      Transfer Advisor-in-Residence Program

      Guttman partners with four-year colleges to bring admissions and academic advisors to campus throughout the semester. Students may meet individually or in small groups to discuss transfer requirements, academic programs, application timelines, and campus resoreces.

      Annual Transfer Fair


      Each Year, Guttman hosts an Annual Transfer Fair featuring more than 40 colleges and universities. Students can explore transfer options, learn about academic programs, and connect directly with institutional representatives.

      Transfer Workshops

      Our transfer workshops provide comprehensive support throughout the transfer process from exploring college options and understanding requirements to preparing. compeling, and submitting transfer applications. Students receive guided assistance with timelines, personal statements, required documentation, and next step to ensure a smooth and successful applcation experience.

      Transfer Days

      Throughout the academic year, senior college representatives visit Guttman to meet with students in
      one-on-one or small-group settings. these sessions offer direct access to admissions information and transfer guidence.

      Transfer Panel

      Guttman alumni return to campus to share their transfer experience, discuss challenges and successes, and offer pratical advice for navigating the trasition to a four-year institution.

      College Visits


      Students have the opportunity to visit senior colleges to tour campuses, explore academic programs, and experience the enviornment firsthand. These visits support informed decision-making and confidence in the transfer process.
       

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