Advisor Script for Transfer Students

Introduction/Congratulations

Hello, my name is ___________________________________, and I am an advisor from the University at Buffalo (UB). I would like to CONGRATULATE you on your acceptance to the University. I am also contacting you to discuss your intended major, and course registration for your first semester at UB.

Course Selection Overview

Before I can advise you on the most appropriate courses for your first semester here at UB, there are a few items that we need to review. These include verification of:

Intended Major| Math Background | AP/CLEP/IB Credit | College Credit | Special Time Requirements | Courses in Progress

Verification of Intended Major

According to your Orientation Data Form, your intended major is _______________________. Is ______________________________ still the major that you would like to pursue at UB? Do you have any questions about this major? (For non-departmental advisors ask or check CICS to see if they have been accepted to a major - if YES, then refer them directly to departmental advisor). If student is not sure about the intended major, ask them about their interests. Explain that for registration purposes, an intended major is needed, but can be changed.
Intended Major Verified ________________________________________________________

Verification of Current (most recent) Class Schedule, especially MATH

I am reviewing your college transcripts, and I see that you have taken ______ years of math, or taken NO math in college. When was the last time that you took a Math class? What class was that?
Math Course/Grade Verified ___________________________________________________

Verification of AP/CLEP/IB Credit

Have you taken or will you be taking any AP, CLEP or IB exams?
AP Verified _________________________________________________________________
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IB Verified __________________________________________________________________

IF YES, inform student that official scores must be sent directly to UB Office of Admissions, 12 Capen.

Verification of College Credit

What college courses do you expect to complete before attending UB?

College Courses Verified ______________________________________________________
IF YES, inform student that their final official college transcript must be sent directly to UB Office of Admissions, 12 Capen.

Special Time Requirements (Work Schedule, Commuting, etc.)

Do you have any special circumstances that will limit the times that you can take classes? For instance work schedule, time to commute to campus.

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Explanation of Course Selection

Based upon your intended major, and the courses that you have taken in College, I recommend that you take the following courses.

Recommended Courses

Purpose

Credits

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Overview of the Registration Process

You will be instructed on how to register for (repeat courses and inform students of total credit hours).

Wrap-Up

Do you have any further questions for me at this time? If you would like to contact me to further discuss your course schedule, I can be reached at __________________________________. If you call, and I am not available, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number, and reason for calling. You can also contact me via email at __________________________.

Comments

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