One of our goals at UMass Amherst is to provide transfer students with the information and support necessary to make campus feel like home. We understand that the transfer student journey is significant, and we are committed to your success. Several opportunities on this page will help you get connected and informed during your transition to campus. If you have any questions along the way, please let us know!
Transfer Success Seminar
As a transfer student, you probably have many questions about your new campus and community! Consider enrolling in the Transfer Success Seminar. In this seminar, you’ll learn the importance of and how to access the many resources and services designed to support your academics and personal life on campus. You’ll identify programs you may want to participate in, connect with other transfer students, and learn a lot about UMass! To enroll in the Transfer Success Seminar, connect with your advisor or register on SPIRE before Add/Drop.
Transfer Residential Academic Programs (RAP)
For fall 2024, we will offer two Transfer RAPs: McNamara Hall in the Sylvan Residential Area and John Adams Hall in the Southwest Residential Area.
- MacNamara has suite-style rooms
- John Adams Hall has single-gender floors
Check the RAPs and Join a RAP pages on the RAP website for information about Transfer RAPs and instructions on how to join one.
Joining a Transfer RAP is a wonderful opportunity to acclimate to the UMass community, learn about all the resources and opportunities, and develop relationships with fellow transfer students. Students in the Transfer RAPs will live together and enroll together in a designated section of the Transfer Success Seminar.
Transfer Newsletter
Want to be in the know about all things transfer student-related? You’ll be automatically enrolled as a transfer student to receive the monthly campus Transfer Newsletter. This newsletter contains resources, events, and information relevant to transfer students. If you want to submit content or share your story, be in touch!
National Transfer Student Week:
October 21-25, 2024
A huge thank you to everyone who participated in National Transfer Student Week! We had a blast connecting with our transfer students, and we hope you did too. We're already looking forward to celebrating with you again next year! In the meantime, stay tuned for more events and resources to support our transfer students throughout the year.
Transfer Admissions Page
If you have any questions about the process of making the successful transition from your former institution to UMass Amherst, be sure to check out the Transfer Admissions page. This page features everything you need to know about the logistics of becoming a UMass student, as well as information about who to contact if you need additional support.