University Transfer Admission Success and Dispelling Myths

Jing Luan Provost Emeritus, San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley, USA

Abstract This chapter begins by showcasing case studies of former University Transfer Admissions (UTA) students who have either attended community colleges or successfully transferred to top universities. These cases feature both celebrities and regular students who opted for UTA, highlighting their unique journeys. Collectively, these stories provide compelling evidence to demonstrate UTA's effectiveness for both American and international students. The chapter then proceeds to debunk 10 prevalent myths held by various stakeholders. These misconceptions contribute to the ongoing resistance towards entry points, particularly UTA. These myths, rooted in pride, prejudice, and a singular focus on profit at the expense of student interest, are the primary reasons for the underutilization of certain entry points. Each myth is evaluated and assigned a ‘truth score’ and a ‘harm score’ to gauge its impact and validity.

Keywords: case studies, successful UTA students, root cause, myths, misconception, misinformation, prejudice, national strategies, entry points

How to cite this chapter: Luan, J. (2024). University transfer admission success and dispelling myths.  In J. Luan, L. Habte, D. L. Di Maria, & K. Bista (Eds.), Entry points to US education: Accessing the next wave of growth (pp. 106-130). Star Scholars Press. DOI: https://doi.org/10.32674/4r0sfm57