Articulation Agreement

Valley Forge Military College is dedicated to maintaining its strong academic reputation and insuring that its graduates continue their education at quality colleges and universities. Each year, graduates of VFMC’s Associate degree programs transfer successfully to a college of their choice. The process of preparing to transfer to a competitive college or university at the completion of the sophomore year at VFMC begins with the student’s first semester commitment to academic achievement.

The transfer advisor is a vital link in the transfer preparation program. Students are advised to pursue programs and select

courses that will support their academic and transfer goals. The Dean of Academic Services and the College Transfer Office are responsible for assisting students in identifying and selecting colleges and universities that are compatible with their academic objectives and capabilities.

The student-advisor relationship is meant to be informative, supportive, concerned, and one in which effective decision making and academic planning can occur. Information is provided to each student throughout the academic year via individual and group counseling sessions. This information is supplemented with added individual advising sessions,

campus visits with admissions representatives, and orientations to assist students the transfer admissions application and for the admissions interviews.

Prepare for transfer from day one

Have a goal and a plan, even if they are tentative, for what you want to do. Talk with your academic advisor sooner rather than later.

Find the college that’s the best fit for you. Plan to set up some campus visits to those schools you are thinking about attending.

Here is a rough timeline:

· First semester: Meet with your transfer advisor, research four-year colleges that interest you, and become familiar with their transfer policies. Consider your academic and career goals.

· Second semester: Visit the campuses of four-year schools. Talk to the transfer coordinator in the admissions office during your visit.

· Third semester: Learn what financial aid opportunities are available, begin collecting applications, ask for letters of recommendation, request transcripts, and keep track of deadlines.

· Fourth semester: Submit your transfer and financial aid application.