HOW TO: Apply to the University of Kentucky as a Transfer Student

Summary

This video script serves as a comprehensive guide for college applicants, detailing the necessary steps and documents required for application submission. It emphasizes the importance of providing accurate personal and academic information, including transcripts, emergency contacts, and extracurricular activities. The script also highlights the submission process for official transcripts and standardized test scores, as well as the review timeline for admission decisions. It reassures applicants of the university's commitment to a thorough and timely application review process, encouraging them to reach out with any questions.

Takeaways

• 📄 Gather important documents before starting your application: transcripts, emergency contact info, and resume.
• 🔑 Create an account on applyuk.com using a regularly checked email and a memorable password.
• 📝 Use your full name as it appears on your transcript to ensure your information matches.
• 👨‍👩‍👦 Add emergency contact information as it's required to submit your application.
• 🎓 If you have less than 24 college credits, submit your high school transcripts along with your college transcripts.
• 📚 You can select your first and second choice majors, but a double major or minor can only be added after becoming a student.
• 🏫 Enter details about your school history, including all institutions attended, such as high school.
• 🛡 Provide accurate additional information, including military service and disciplinary history.
• 🏅 List any activities, distinctions, and leadership roles you've been involved in.
• ✔️ Review your application for errors and ensure all official transcripts are submitted separately for processing.

Q & A

What items are essential to gather before starting the college application process?

Before applying, you should gather a copy of your college transcripts, emergency contact information, and a resume or list of activities.

What is the first step to take when applying to a college through applyuk.com?

The first step is to go to applyuk.com, select 'UK Application,' and then 'Create an Account' using an email you check regularly and a memorable password.

Why is it important to use your full name when filling out the application?

Using your full name is important to ensure that it matches the name on your college transcript, allowing the college to correctly connect all your information.

Is it mandatory to include emergency contact information in the application?

Yes, including emergency contact information is a required field, and it must be provided to submit your application.

What should you do if you have earned less than 24 college credit hours?

If you've earned less than 24 college credit hours, you need to submit your official high school transcripts as part of the application.

Can you submit ACT or SAT scores as part of your application?

Yes, you have the option to submit your ACT or SAT scores as part of the application process.

How can you express interest in a double major or adding a minor during the application process?

Interest in a double major or adding a minor cannot be indicated on the application. You can do this once you're a student, but you should reach out to your admission officer for guidance.

What should you reference when filling out the School History section?

You should reference your current college transcript when filling out the School History section and enter information for any other schools you have attended, including high school.

Why is it necessary to provide information about any criminal or disciplinary history?

Providing information about any criminal or disciplinary history is necessary as part of the application process, and the college will contact you if additional information is needed.

How should you sign your application?

You enter your signature by typing your full name in the designated section of the application.

What must you do after completing your application before it can be processed?

After completing your application, you must submit your official transcripts from all institutions you've attended separately, as your application cannot be processed until they are all received.

What should you do if you have earned AP, IB, CLEP, or other forms of college credit?

If you have earned AP, IB, CLEP, or other forms of college credit, ensure to send them in separately, as they will not automatically be sent to UK.

What is the expected timeline for receiving an admission decision after submitting the application and supporting materials?

The college strives to provide an admission decision within four to six weeks after receiving your application and supporting materials.