Showing posts with label Transfer Visit Days. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Transfer Visit Days. Show all posts

Monday, October 24, 2011

Unlock the Transfer Process

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting two events for students interested in transferring to Virginia Tech during the month of November: Transfer Open House on November 12 and Transfer Visit Day on November 18.

If neither of those dates fit your schedule, we hope you will visit us during one of our regularly scheduled admissions information sessions and campus tours.

We hope you will decide to apply to Virginia Tech. Please note that the transfer application deadline is February 15. For more key dates and deadlines and to see more info regarding the application process, please visit www.admiss.vt.edu/apply/transfer.
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Thursday, October 14, 2010

October Transfer Hokie News

Throughout the academic year, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions publishes a newsletter to keep you posted about the latest news, opportunities, and resources at Virginia Tech. Check out the October Hokie News and learn more about:
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Choosing your major

Deciding what you want to major in at college can be overwhelming. From Accounting and Information Systems to Wood Science and Forest Products, Virginia Tech has more than 70 programs of study to offer you.

At Virginia Tech, we have seven colleges that offer undergraduate majors. Below please find a brief description of the colleges and links to see what majors they offer. If you're at a loss as to what you want to major in, maybe you will find something that will spark your interest.

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences: A place where you can study biotechnology, the environment, food production and product development, business, animal or human health, or community development, just to mention a few of the options.

College of Architecture and Urban Studies: Annually, DesignIntelligence, the only national college-ranking survey focused exclusively on design-related programs, ranks the School of Architecture + Design undergraduate architecture program among the top 5 in the nation.

Pamplin College of Business: It is ranked in the top 50 undergraduate business schools by U.S. News and World Report and in the top 10 percent of accredited business programs. Five of the top seven most recruited majors on campus are in the Pamplin College of Business.

College of Engineering: It is the state's largest engineering college, and fifth largest nationally for undergraduate degrees awarded. America’s Best Colleges 2010 survey released by U.S. News & World Report ranked the Virginia Tech College of Engineering's undergraduate program 14th in the nation among all accredited engineering schools that offer doctorates. The National Science Foundation lists the college as 10th in total research expenditures.

College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences: Often referred to as the "people college," our alumni are making their marks in the worlds of business, industry, entertainment, education, government, and research.

College of Natural Resources and Environment: Our programs are ranked among the best in the country and address both the technical and human elements of natural resources and instill in students a sense of stewardship and land-use ethics.

College of Science: The progress being made in the sciences today was only a dream a short while ago, and the departments within the College of Science are on the cutting edge of research and scholarship.

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Tuesday, September 21, 2010

September Transfer Hokie News

Throughout the academic year, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions publishes a newsletter to keep you posted about the latest news, opportunities, and resources at Virginia Tech. Check out the September Hokie News and learn more about:
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Tuesday, September 7, 2010

When you transfer to VT, you're a Hokie

If you decide to transfer to Virginia Tech, you won't be a transfer student, you'll be a Hokie. At Virginia Tech our undergraduate students have access to a bunch of great things. Here's a short list:
To get a better feel for what Virginia Tech is all about, check out www.vt.edu/about. Also, you should try to visit campus if at all possible. We have a few upcoming events that are specific to transfer students:
  1. Transfer Fall Open House - Saturday, September 25 & Saturday, November 6
  2. Fall Transfer Visit Days - Friday, October 22 (VCCS students) & Friday, November 12 (all transfer students)
If you visit and you decide that you want to be a Hokie, keep the following dates and deadlines in mind.

Transfer Application Due: February 15 (Fall 2011 admission)
Applicants are notified by May 1
Offered students must respond by June 1
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Monday, November 16, 2009

College of Natural Resources Insights

Invent the Earth's future with an exciting career in the field of natural resources. The world's population uses and consumes products and food every day that come from the Earth's forests, waters, and land. We all depend on these resources and we must sustain them for the future.

If you want to learn more about transferring to Virginia Tech and you're interested in the field of natural resources, don't miss our Transfer Visit Day on Friday, November 20. This free event will help you unlock the transfer process and learn more about the College of Natural Resources. Register online today!

The programs within Virginia Tech's College of Natural Resources are ranked among the best in the country.

Programs of study include:

There are several curricular organizations for natural resources students. Also, students are eligible for Alpha Zeta, the national agriculture honor and service fraternity. Be sure you check out the many scholarship opportunities for undergraduate students.

If you're interested in study abroad opportunities, know that there are several courses taught in a variety of countries. Learn more. To learn more about career opportunities, visit the College of Natural Resources Career Services page.

If research is your thing, be sure to check out the research opportunities within the College of Natural Resources. The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences features the Virginia Tech Center for Bear Research, which is one of only two facilities in North America. Check out Gabriela's story regarding her work at the research facility.

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Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Last chance to participate in Transfer Visit Days!

Friday, November 20, marks the third and final Transfer Visit Day. Don't miss it! Register today for this free event and learn more about transferring into majors in the following two colleges:

What are Transfer Visit Days?
Transfer Visit Days were designed for potential Hokies to come and see what they need to do to transfer to Virginia Tech. Here's the deal: each college will hold an information session on a specific Transfer Visit Day. Therefore, you need to determine which college your intended major is in and pick the Transfer Visit Day when that college is holding its information session.

In order to participate in this free event on November 20, simply register online.


  • 1:30 p.m. - Admissions Information Session
  • 2:30 p.m. - Student-led Campus Tour
  • 3:30 p.m. - College Information Session
Questions? E-mail transfervisit@vt.edu

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Thursday, November 5, 2009

CAUS Insights: 10 majors in 4 schools

Transfer students can choose their major from seven colleges - more than 70 programs of study at Virginia Tech.

With that said, some of the seven colleges have schools. The College of Architecture and Urban Studies (CAUS) contains four schools:
  1. The School of Architecture + Design

  2. The Myers-Lawson School of Construction

  3. The School of Public and International Affairs

  4. The School of Visual Arts

The College of Architecture and Urban Studies is highly competitive. The most competitive majors within this college include those within the School of Architecture + Design (architecture, interior design, industrial design, and landscape architecture). Students who have a high A average and have a combined SAT score of 1200 (critical reading + math) will find that they are most competitive for these degree programs.

There are 11 student organizations specific to the CAUS. Check out the education abroad opportunities.

The School of Architecture + Design

The School of Architecture + Design contains four majors:

  • Architecture - This is a five-year, studio-based bachelor degree program that is accredited by the National Architectural Accreditation Board. Design Intelligence ranks this program #2 in the nation. Learn more

  • Interior Design - This is a four-year bachelor degree program accredited by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification. Interior design is not about learning how to pick the right paint color to go with the furniture in a room. Interior design is about designing the construction and finishing of buildings. Design Intelligence ranks this program #9 in the nation. Learn more

  • Industrial Design - This four-year degree program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. Design Intelligence ranks this program #13 in the nation. Learn more

  • Landscape Architecture - This five-year bachelor's degree program engages students in planning and designing sustainable landscapes across a wide range of projects and scales - from gardens to regional landscapes. Design Intelligence ranks this program #15 in the nation Learn more

The Myers-Lawson School of Construction

The Myers-Lawson School of Construction currently provides undergraduate students with a bachelor's degree in building construction. This degree program is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education. The program is designed to prepare graduates with both the technical and managerial aspects of the construction industry. Learn more

The School of Public and International Affairs

The School of Public and International Affairs offers two degree programs:

The School of Visual Arts

The School of Visual Arts offers three degree programs: art history, studio arts, and visual communication and graphic design. From ceramics to 3D animation, your creative juices are sure to flow in this school.


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Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Don't miss the next Transfer Visit Day - Nov. 6

We are offering the second of three Transfer Visit Days on November 6. On Friday, the following two colleges will be meeting with students to discuss transferring into the majors they offer:
What are Transfer Visit Days?
Transfer Visit Days were designed for potential Hokies to come and see what they need to do to transfer to Virginia Tech. Here's the deal: each college will hold an information session on a specific Transfer Visit Day. Therefore, you need to determine which college your intended major is in and pick the Transfer Visit Day when that college is holding its information session.

In order to participate in this free event, simply register online. Make sure you register for the date when the college that offers your intended major is holding its information session.

  • November 6

  • 1:30 p.m. - Admissions Information Session
  • 2:30 p.m. - Student-led Campus Tour
  • 3:30 p.m. - College Information Session
Questions? E-mail transfervisit@vt.edu

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Monday, October 26, 2009

Unlock the transfer process on October 30

We are offering our first-ever Transfer Visit Days in October and November. Don't miss the first of three on Friday (Oct. 30). On Friday, the following three colleges will be meeting with students to discuss transferring into the majors they offer:

What are Transfer Visit Days?
Transfer Visit Days were designed for potential Hokies to come and see what they need to do to transfer to Virginia Tech. Here's the deal: each college will hold an information session on a specific Transfer Visit Day. Therefore, you need to determine which college your intended major is in and pick the Transfer Visit Day when that college is holding its information session.

In order to participate in this free event, simply register online. Make sure you register for the date when the college that offers your intended major is holding its information session.


  • 1:30 p.m. - Admissions Information Session
  • 2:30 p.m. - Student-led Campus Tour
  • 3:30 p.m. - College Information Session
Questions? E-mail transfervisit@vt.edu

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Monday, October 19, 2009

College of Agriculture & Life Sciences Overview

Virginia Tech consists of seven colleges for undergraduate students. Transfer students can pick and choose from more than 70 programs of study from these seven colleges.

If you are interested in biotechnology, communities, the economy, the environment, food, or health, then the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) may be a good fit for you. Learn more

On November 6, CALS is participating in our first-ever Transfer Visit Days. If you are planning on transferring to VT and majoring in one of the programs offered by the CALS, then consider registering for this free event. Learn more

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences consists of 12 undergraduate majors:
  • Agriculture and Applied Economics
  • Agriculture Sciences
  • Agriculture Technology
  • Animal and Poultry Sciences
  • Biochemistry
  • Crop and Soil Environmental Sciences
  • Dairy Science
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Food Science and Technology
  • Horticulture
  • Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise
  • Life Sciences Undecided

At Virginia Tech, undergraduate students have access to research opportunities. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences features the Virginia Agriculture Experiment Station. Learn more

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Friday, October 16, 2009

Get the skinny on the transfer process for your major

Do you want to learn about the transfer process for your intended major? If so, you should come to one of our first-ever Transfer Visit Days in October or November.

Here's the deal: each college will hold an information session on a specific Transfer Visit Day. Therefore, you need to determine which college your intended major is in and pick the Transfer Visit Day when that college is holding its information session.

In order to participate in this free event, simply register online. Make sure you register for the date when the college that offers your intended major is holding its information session.


  • 1:30 p.m. - Admissions Information Session
  • 2:30 p.m. - Student-led Campus Tour
  • 3:30 p.m. - College Information Session
Questions? E-mail transfervisit@vt.edu

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