Reverse transfer
What is it?
Reverse transfer is a program between Oregon’s community colleges and universities that offers students the opportunity to earn an associate’s degree from a community college after they have transferred to a 4-year school.
Why do it?
There are many benefits to earning an associate degree, even after transferring to a 4-year college or university:
- Employment: people with an associate’s degree have an easier time obtaining employment and earn an average of $500,000 more during their lifetime than people with a high school diploma.
- Motivation: students who receive an associate’s degree through reverse transfer are more likely to stay on track to earn their bachelor’s degree.
- Student jobs and internships: an associate’s degree can help you acquire better jobs and internships while still in school. Having both an associate’s degree and bachelor’s degree on your resume reflects a broader view of your education and is more enticing to employers.
- Document your achievement: if for any reason you must postpone your studies in your bachelor’s program, you’ll have an associate’s degree to reflect your hard work.
- Easier readmission: if you find it necessary to take a break in your education, re-entering a university in the future will be a much easier and quicker process if you have an associate’s degree.
- Scholarships and financial aid: holding an associate’s degree can help you qualify for scholarships and financial aid at a university.
How do I get started?
The reverse transfer process will depend on where you are currently enrolled.
Questions?
Contact us at reversetransfer@pcc.edu [opens in new window].