YORK
COLLEGE
TRANSFERRING TO
MAKE IT COUNT...
AT YORK COLLEGE, you can make the most of the credits you’ve earned. Make your experiences count. Find people and opportunities dedicated specifically to making your transfer a success.
Count on more at York College. More resources. More connections. More possibilities.
...FROM DAY ONE.
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STUDENT SUCCESS DIVISION The Student Success Division supports the transfer student in important ways. York provides a broad foundation of personalized academic support through the Academic Advising Center, Career Development Center, Academic Support Center, and Student Accessibility Services. Make an Impact The Arthur J. Glatfelter Institute for Public Policy puts you in the middle of the community’s policymaking process so you can improve the world around you and get tangible experiences, such as their assessment of the local Hispanic and Latinx Community.
YORK IS DIFFERENT
A WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT
INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION
BECOMING PROFESSIONAL
Ready to transfer? Welcome to York College in York, Pennsylvania. Transfer students from a wide range of backgrounds find success at York. With resources and services dedicated to ensuring your successful transfer, we help you make the most of the credits and experience you bring with you.
Work closely with your transfer counselors and advisors to connect previous experiences with the best path forward to graduation and success. Small classes, close personal attention from faculty, and a welcoming campus community make York a comfortable place to explore and excel.
York focuses on professional preparation for every student, in every major. As a transfer student, expect opportunities for internships, work experiences, study abroad, and professional development from day one. When it comes time to hire, employers tell us repeatedly that professionalism stands out — and that York students stand out more than others.
“ I changed my major after transferring to York, and everyone was incredibly helpful, which made my choice that much easier. Trust me—York College is the way to go.”
With 4,100 full-time undergraduate students, we’re big enough to offer great facilities, 100+ clubs, activities and sports teams, plus a lively community of interesting classmates and peers. We’re small enough that you can get to know more of them! At York, you get a classic college experience with big university advantages.
Isaiah Colmore, Sociology
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York is a “national hidden gem ranked among the top third of 100 colleges worth considering.” Washington Post
VISIT CAMPUS The best way to get to know York College is to visit. Join us on Transfer Tuesdays, a special day designed especially for transfer students.
York College is named to Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society’s 2019 Transfer Honor Roll in recognition of the dynamic pathways we have created to support transfer students.
Get a transfer-centric perspective on admissions, credits, aid, and scholarships. We help you fit in…from day one. Set up your visit online at www.ycp.edu/trc
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York Favorites
acres
of beautiful suburban campus
100+
clubs and organizations
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Greek life organizations
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You’ll soon discover your own York favorite in York, PA. Here’s a good list for starters: • Central Market House • First Fridays in Downtown York • Green Bean Roasting Company • Lin’s Garden • Marketview Arts • White Rose Bar & Grill • York City Pretzel • York Revolution Baseball
NCAA men’s and women’s Division III athletic teams
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“My student experience evolves on a daily basis. The faculty and staff at York College are always approachable. Every professor I’ve had at York so far has provided me a unique mentoring experience and I make new friends every day. Between York’s smaller class sizes, the cozy campus, and the wealth of different programs to choose from, I knew York College was the best choice for me. The Transfer Resource Center helped me transition every step of the way— I can’t sing their praises enough!” Jacob Rafferty, Graphic Design
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M A K E IT P OS SIB L E
GET SMART AND SAVE
A York education costs significantly less than the average cost of private institutions. Most students receive financial aid, one reason York is considered a “best buy” by several national publications.
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TRANSFER MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
York College is already an extraordinary value. Understanding your financial aid options can make it even better.
Depending on cumulative GPA, recipients earn up to $4,000 per academic year, for up to six continuous full-time semesters toward a single undergraduate degree. Members of PTK are also awarded an additional scholarship for their exceptional academic credentials.
We work closely with transfer students and families to structure financing plans that are the best fit. Aid and scholarship opportunities abound—some especially for transfer students. We’ll connect you with the ones that are right for you.
Residence Halls
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Articulation agreements with regional community colleges
$1.9
million
in financial aid awarded to transfer students in fall 2019
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THE LIFE OF A SPARTAN
With more than 20 residence halls in four complexes and a number of houses on campus, York offers a range of living options—from the traditional “dorm” to apartments, suites, or shared homes.
Life is good on campus. Residence Life and Campus Housing makes it a priority. They’re here to help students connect living with academic achievement, personal growth, and responsible citizenship. The office provides off-campus housing assistance and supports commuters, as well. Living in York, PA., population 45,000, is also a plus. Boutiques, local eateries, and creative businesses are transforming downtown into a place where people love to shop, work, and socialize. Proximity to such cities as Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia makes York a great place to live.
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GETTING STARTED Step 1: Complete a transfer admission application online and submit required materials to the Admissions Office. Step 2: Once you have been accepted, your transcripts will be evaluated. An official course credit evaluation report will be mailed to you in the following weeks. Step 3: Before your first semester, the Registrar’s Office will send registration information to you. Transfer students develop class schedules either during an inperson meeting or by completing a form to have schedules generated and mailed to them.
TRANSFER RESOURCES York’s comprehensive transfer resources help you combine the most of what you’ve accomplished with the best we have to offer. The online Transfer Resource Center (www.ycp.edu/trc) has everything you need to prepare for a smooth and successful transfer to York. Check course equivalencies, articulation agreements, transfer policies, and much more. Get the personal treatment. For a detailed overview of the transfer process, meet face-to-face with a transfer counselor. Have your transcripts carefully evaluated during a personal appointment.
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“ Almost all of my classes transferred, and I was able to make up the rest over the summer. Best of all, I am treated just like every other York student.” Rebeccah Clifton, Early Childhood Education
TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS
WE CAN HELP
Transcript requirements: • Official college transcripts for all courses completed from all post-high school institutions attended • If transferring with less than 15 post highschool, transferable credit hours, official final high school transcript and test scores
We understand and welcome transfer students. We work with you through the entire transfer process, solving problems, answering questions, and smoothing the process.
In addition: • Minimum grade point average is 2.0. Some majors require higher. • Maximum of 75 semester hours accepted in transfer from two-year colleges. • Minimum of 30 credit hours must be completed at York to be eligible to earn a degree. • Students admitted to the College with an associate’s degree from another institution must satisfy all York general education requirements not completed as transfer credit. • Transfer students are eligible for financial aid at the time of admission. • Transfer admission into competitive programs such as nursing and engineering are dependent on space availability.
To schedule a visit, please contact Erica Schieler ’06, Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions at 717.815.2212
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60+ MAJORS 60+ MINORS ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES M A J O RS Accounting Advertising and Digital Marketing Business Business Administration Business Analytics Cybersecurity Management Economics Engineering Management Entrepreneurship and Innovation Finance General Business Human Resource Management Information Technology Management Integrated Marketing Communication International Business Leadership and Organizational Dynamics Marketing Public Relations Social Enterprise and Not-forProfit Management Sport Management Sport Media Supply Chain Operations Management School of Nursing and Health Professions Medical Laboratory Science Nuclear Medicine Technology Nursing Radiography Respiratory Care
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Kinsley School of Engineering, Sciences and Technology Biology Chemistry Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Forensic Chemistry Mathematics Mechanical Engineering School of Behavioral Sciences and Education Criminal Justice Human Services Psychology Recreational Leadership Sociology Education Programs: Early Elementary Education Early Elementary/ Special Education Middle Level Education Middle Level/ Special Education Music Education Spanish Education Secondary Education Majors: Biology English General Science Mathematics Social Studies
Graham School of Business
School of the Arts, Communication, and Global Studies
Accounting Advertising Athletic Coaching Business Administration Business Analytics Continuous Improvement Cybersecurity Economics Entrepreneurship Finance Hospitality Marketing Human Resource Management Information Systems International Business Management Marketing Not-For-Profit Management Operations Management Public Relations Retailing Supply Chain Management
English (Literary and Textual Studies) Film and Media Arts* Fine Art Graphic Design History Hospitality Management Intelligence Analysis International Relations Mass Communication Medical Humanities Music Music Industry and Recording Technology Music Production and Entrepreneurship Philosophy Philosophy and Business Political Science Professional Writing Public History Spanish Spanish Business* Theatre
Kinsley School of Engineering, Sciences and Technology Biology Chemistry Computer Science Mathematics Physics
Special Programs Pre-Health Professions Pre-Law Pre-Med Pre-Nursing *New for Fall 2019 DESIGN: SKELTON SPROULS | WRITING: ROBERT GRAY WRITING & EDITING
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School of Behavioral Sciences and Education Anthropology Applied Youth Development Criminal Justice Criminalistics Gerontology Human Services Neuroscience Outdoor Leadership Psychology Sociology Urban Education
GET IN TOUCH School of the Arts, Communication, and Global Studies African and African-American Studies American History Art History Arts Administration Creative Writing Critical Thinking and Theory Dance Ethics Film Studies Fine Art French Studies Geography German Studies Intelligence Analysis International Studies Legal Studies Literary Studies Music Music Industry Musical Theatre Philosophy Photography Political Science Professional Writing Public Administration Religious Studies Spanish Speech Communication Theatre Visual Communication Women and Gender Studies World History Interdisciplinary Sustainability and Environmental Studies
Erica Schieler ’06 Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions 717.815.2212 717.356.3822 eschieler@ycp.edu Sueann Robbins Director of Graduate and Transfer Admission 717.815.2257 717.210.4560 srobbins@ycp.edu Ed Lane Assistant Director of Financial Assistance 717.815.1582 elane@ycp.edu Katie Schwienteck Associate Registrar for Transfer Articulation 717.815.1448 kschwien@ycp.edu Registrars Office Transfer Articulation 717.815.1273 registrar@ycp.edu
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441 Country Club Rd. York, PA 17403-3651 717.849.1600 www.ycp.edu
FAST FACTS History • York County Academy received its charter from the General Assembly of Pennsylvania in 1787 Academics • 60+ undergraduate academic majors in professional programs, the sciences, and humanities • Most popular majors: nursing, biology, education, business administration, psychology, sport management, criminal justice, engineering • 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio • Average classroom size of 19 • Multiple 4+1 degree options, allowing undergraduate students to obtain both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees in 5 years
Financial Information •2 019-20 costs: tuition and fees (annual): $20,886 room and board (typical): $11,540 •9 9% of new, full-time students receive financial aid or scholarships Outcomes •O ne out of three students is employed before receiving their degree •8 6% employment rate for recent graduates York College of Pennsylvania is committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all qualified persons without discrimination against any person and admits students of any race, color, gender, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status or veteran status to all of the rights, privileges, programs, benefits and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the College.
Student Life • 60% of full-time first-year students live on campus • 23 NCAA Division III sports teams; member of Capital Athletic Conference • 30+ intramural/club sports • 100+ student clubs and organizations • 11 Greek life organizations Location • 190-acre suburban campus • York, PA, population 45,000 • 1 hour drive from Baltimore; 2 hour drive from Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia; 3.5 hour drive to NYC; 4 hour drive to Pittsburgh or Richmond
People •4 ,100 full-time undergraduate students; 300 graduate students •1 82 full-time professors; 89% hold the highest degree possible in their field
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