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- Be prepared for the 10-week quarter system. Adjusting to the quarter
system is often the biggest challenge faced by transfers. The quarter moves
along very rapidly. You don't have a few weeks to ease into a course when
midterms are the fourth week of classes. Trying to catch up on your reading
and/or coursework once you are behind can be overwhelming. Do not overload
yourself in your first quarter, especially if you are beginning upper-division
courses. Typically, 12 units is plenty.
- Check your UCI e-mail account regularly, and read your messages. Important
messages will be sent from faculty, as well as information about opportunities,
events, and, deadlines. Your e-mail account does not hold an unlimited
number of messages so remember to delete old messages.
- See an academic counselor regularly. Your academic counselor can
help you select courses, and tell you how you are progressing toward
completing degree requirements. Make an appointment with a counselor at least
two times a year; they are happy to see you even if you don't have a problem!
- Get to know faculty. Faculty can be the key to your success at UCI.
Get to know your professors by visiting them during their office hours,
sitting in the front of your classes, and participating in discussions. If
you plan to attend graduate school you will probably need letters of recommendation,
and you will want strong letters from faculty who know you and the quality
of your academic work.
- Become familiar with requirements, policies and regulations. The UCI
General Catalogue , and the Schedule of Classes , contain
policies and requirements you are responsible for knowing and following.
Also, be aware of school/program rules.
- Visit the Career Center . Connect with the Career Center during
your first quarter. Take advantage of career and graduate school planning
workshops and meet with a career counselor.
- Ask for help. If you begin to feel overwhelmed, ask for help early
on. Your academic counselor can refer you to offices that can assist
you.
- Get involved ! Participating in an activity outside of classes will
help you meet people, build a support network, and add to your UCI experience.
Consider getting involved in the Transfer Student Association.