Dougherty Family College Prioritizes Transfer Student Success

The Challenges of Transferring Between Community Colleges and Universities

In recent years, transferring from community colleges to four-year universities has become increasingly challenging for many students. According to data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, upward transfers from community colleges to universities have fallen by 7.5% year over year and 14.5% relative to fall 2020. This decline highlights the institutional barriers that force students to navigate the transfer process on their own, often leading to lower rates of success.