Transfer to another College or University

An articulation agreement is a set of transfer plans between two institutions facilitating accurate and efficient transfer between those institutions. A transfer plan is a determination by both the community college and the university that courses taken within a transfer plan will count toward a student's major at the university. These plans are also called 2+2 agreements, that is, the first two years taken at the community college and the last two years taken at the university. CCQ students can expect a "seamless" transfer if following a transfer plan based on equivalencies.

Note: An established transfer plan guarantees the transfer of courses toward a particular major at the transfer institution of choice. However, the student should check with the university to insure that he/she has the most recent update.

1. What to ask other Universities when Transferring

Ask yourself before going:

• What are my career plans?
• What does this school offer?
• How much can I afford?
• Why should I attend this university over other universities?
• What do I like about this university?

When you’re at the university, ask the university:

• How do I apply to your university?
• How much does your university cost?
  • Tuition?
  • Books?
  • Other Fees?

What scholarships or financial aid do you offer?

• What classes do I need to take at CCQ that will transfer to your college?
  • Show the university the Houston Community College degree plan
  • Show the university the Houston Community College Catalog
• Can you give me a tour of your campus? When can I tour your campus?

What to ask students at the university:

• What made you decide to come to this university?
• What was most difficult about starting at the university?
• What do you like most about the university?
• What advice would you give me as a new student coming to your university?

Ask yourself after visiting the university:

• Does this university fit my needs?
• How am I going to pay for this university?

Course Equivalencies

Transfer Scholarships

There are many scholarships available for Qatari students when transferring. The Supreme Education Council’s Higher Education Institute is one of Qatar’s leading scholarship providers.
http://www.english.education.gov.qa/section/sec/hei/sco/

Study Abroad
Studying abroad can be a rewarding experience. Please ask yourself these questions:

• Does the university have the major I want?
• Is this the right university of me?
• Are there a lot of international students at the university?
• Do you have family or friends in the city to help you out?
• Do I like the weather?
• What do you want to gain from studying abroad?
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• Professors, Advisors or Counselors can help you find the right university or college for your major. They can also provided limited help with any immigration paperwork to the US, UK or Austrailia.