Transfer Tips
True/False- It is beneficial for you to decide on where you plan to transfer to and in what major early on.
True
Does UH Manoa, UH West Oahu, and UH Hilo all have the same application deadline?
No. Please check the deadlines on the specific campus' website.
True/False- My friend goes to UH Manoa. He/she can tell me what classes I need.
False. It is recommended to consult with an academic counselor.
What is the difference between an Associate degree and a Bachelor degree?
Associate degree is a 2 year degree awarded at the community colleges, Bachelor degree is a 4 year degree awarded at a university.
Does Honolulu CC's GPA transfer over to the four-year universities within the UH system?
No, you start a new GPA when you transfer.
True/False- It is recommended that you only see an academic counselor in the last semester before you transfer.
False (recommended to see an academic counselor as soon as possible once you decide to transfer)
True/False- If you are accepted to any of the UH four-year universities, it also means you are declared into your interested major.
False. Some majors have selective admissions with an additional application, a separate application deadline, and admission requirements.
What tab/feature in STAR shows how your academic record satisfies course requirements for another campus and major?
What if Journey
Is an Associate degree required to transfer to any of the UH four-year universities?
No.
Do all Honolulu CC courses transfer to the UH four-year universities?
No. Please check with an academic counselor to see what courses transfer?
If you are accepted to any of the UH four-year universities, does your financial aid/VA automatically transfer?
No, it is not automatic. You need to submit the four-year campus code on the FAFSA for Financial Aid or submit your VA paperwork.
True/False- It is important to know the last day to add/drop a course at the four-year universities within the UH system.
True.
Transcripts tab
List one way to transfer to a four-year university within the UH system.
1) Standard application
2) Automatic Admission
3) Ka'ie'ie for UH Manoa only
True/False- Courses with a grade of D or higher are transferable.
True however, specific majors may require a C or higher.
If you plan to transfer to a four-year university, who can help you transfer?
An academic counselor
True/False- All majors at the four-year universities within the UH system require foreign language requirement.
False.
True/False- Only 100 level or higher courses can transfer to a four-year university in the UH system.
True