Dreams Begin Here and Continue When You Transfer
KCC Transfer Out Resources
Graduating from Kingsborough Community College with an associate degree opens up many opportunities for transferring to CUNY, SUNY, private, or out-of-state colleges to pursue your bachelor’s degree. To ensure a smooth transfer, it's important to understand your academic and career goals. Starting your research early helps you make informed decisions and choose the right institution for your future. Use this website along with guidance from your academic advisor to help you prepare for transferring to a four-year college.
Why should I complete my associate degree at KCC before I transfer to a four-year college?
- Complete 60 credits at a lower tuition rate before transferring to a four-year institution, where tuition is typically higher.
- Increases your chances of being accepted into competitive programs and streamline your transition to a bachelor's degree.
- Provides time to strengthen your academic success skills that will help in a four-year university.
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With an associate degree, it’s easier to find jobs or internships while finishing your bachelor’s
- Associate degree holders have more job opportunities compared to those with only a
high school diploma.
Why pursue a bachelor's degree?
- Significantly boost your career opportunities, earning potential & advanced positions.
- Specialized Knowledge – A bachelor's degree allows for deeper expertise in your field.
- Job Security: higher education levels often lead to more stable employment.
- Expanded Job Opportunities – A bachelor’s opens up positions that aren’t available with only an associate degree.
- Easy Transitions to four-year colleges with CUNY Justice Academy Dual/Joint Degree programs and Transfer Agreements which lead to an easy transition to many four-year colleges
- Admissions criteria for transfer students typically favor associate degree earners
Create Your Transfer Plan!
Create your Transfer Plan on the CUNY Transfer Explorer website to begin transfer planning. You can find detailed instructions on how to create
a plan here. Don't forget to let your academic advisor know that you've filled out a transfer
plan in T-Rex so you can discuss it.
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Juliana Bayol (Dorcelus)
Transfer Manager - transfer@kbcc.cuny.edu.
- Academic Advisement
- Schedule an appointment with your academic advisor on KCC Navigate.

