Durham Tech College Fair
Many colleges and universities will be here on campus on November 6, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. for our College Fair on the Main Campus Plaza. It’s a great opportunity to talk to a lot of college admissions representatives at one time, and ask them about programs their college offers, admissions, financial aid, housing, and more.
UNC System Virtual Transfer Fair
Register now for the UNC System Virtual Transfer Fair, Tuesday, September 30 through Thursday, October 2.All prospective transfer students, supporters, and NC Community College support staff are invited to attend this event to learn about transfer opportunities at 15 UNC System institutions!
National Transfer Student Week
If your goal is to transfer for spring or fall 2026, consider applying during the October 20-24, National Transfer Student Week, when many universities will waive their application fee. Join us also that week for Drop in and Apply sessions (Tuesday, 10/21, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday, 10/22, noon - 2:00 p.m., and Thursday, 10/23, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.) when you can work on and get help with applications in the Transfer Center (Building 3, Room 126).
- Transfer Workshops and Information Sessions
C3/C-STEP Information Sessions
Please join us to learn more about C-STEP, our guaranteed admissions pathway to UNC Chapel Hill, and C3, our guaranteed admissions pathway to NC State. We’ll hold virtual information session on the following dates. Please e-mail transfercenter@durhamtech.edu for the link to join.
- Tuesday, August 26, at 4:30 pm
- Wednesday, September 3, at noon
- Monday, September 15, at 4:30 pm
- Tuesday, September 23, at 4:30 pm
- Wednesday, October 22, at 4:30 pm
- Tuesday, December 16, at 4:30 pm
How to Apply Workshops
Planning to transfer in 2026? Join us for a hold How to Apply Workshop on September 9 (in person in the Transfer Center, Phillips, Building 3, Room 126) and 10 (via Zoom, e-mail transfercenter@durhamtech.edu for the link to join) at 3:30 pm. We’ll talk about the nuts and bolts of the Transfer Common Application and how to write strong application and scholarship essays.
How to Win a Big National Scholarship
Whether you are just beginning your transfer degree at Durham Tech or close to the end, now is the time to learn more about how to earn a transfer scholarship. We’ll talk about how to position yourself with the grades, activities, and faculty recommendations required to earn a major scholarship such as the Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship or the Goodnight Scholarship at NC State. Please join us for a hands-on workshop on Wednesday, September 17, from 4:00-5:00 in the Transfer Center, Phillips, Building 3, Room 126 on Main Campus.
Transfer Planning Workshop for Non-US Citizens
Join us for a workshop designed especially for Durham Tech's international students who plan to transfer. We’ll talk about transfer universities, resources, and scholarships for students not able to apply for federal financial aid. It's Tuesday, October 14, at 4:00 pm via Zoom. Please e-mail transfercenter@durhamtech.edu for the link to join.
College Visits and Events
Colleges Visit for Fall Fest
Many colleges and universities will join us for Fall Fest, our annual outdoor celebration, on Wednesday, September 24, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the Main Campus Plaza. Stop by to ask transfer questions and learn more about our partner colleges and universities.
Appalachian State University
Meet with App State representative Kristi Leff on October 23, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, and December 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Collins (Building 2) foyer.
East Carolina University
ECU is offering a BSIT/Technology Systems Transfer Day on Friday, November 7, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. ECU’s Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology degree is a transfer-friendly option for our technical Associate in Applied Science graduates, including Information Technology, Automotive, Electrical Systems and Electronics Engineering, Architectural Technology, Biomedical Equipment, and Industrial Systems. Many programs are available online. Visit to learn more. Register here.
NC State University
Community College Collaboration, C3, our guaranteed admissions pathway to NC State, holds virtual information sessions every other week. Click here to register. Transfer students are invited to visit NC State’s Campus for a Friday Transfer Visit. Click here to register.
Interested in Animal Science, Horticulture, or Agriculture? NC State’s College of Agriculture and Life Science holds Discover CALS virtual Transfer Thursdays, drop-in style on Zoom, for students to ask questions. Click here to register.
NC Wesleyan University
Learn more about NC Wesleyan University when representative Oriana Corbett visits on Wednesday, October 22, in the Collins Building 2 Foyer, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
UNC Chapel Hill
Meet with UNC Chapel Hill admissions representative Beth Ann Wilber when she visits on Wednesday, October 1, in the Collins Building 2 foyer. Learn more about C-STEP, our guaranteed admissions pathway to UNC Chapel Hill, as well as general admissions questions.
UNC Greensboro
You’re invited to a virtual Transfer Information Program (TIP) on October 16 at 6:00 pm. UNCG will waive their $65 application fee for students who attend (register here). In addition, visit UNCG for their Open House on Saturday, November 8: Open House RSVP.
Western Carolina University
Western Carolina University is offering monthly Virtual Transfer Fairs. Students will learn more about WCU and details from various transfer representatives regarding the appropriate action steps for their transfer pathway. Register for WCU Transfer Fairs.
Meet with Samantha Taube, a representative from Western Carolina University on Monday, October 20, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in the Collins Building 2 foyer.
William Peace University
William Peace University in Raleigh offers campus tours on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., and on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Click here to register.
College and University Admissions Counselors
College and University admissions counselors still want to connect with you and answer your questions about transfer. Listed below are links to help you contact admissions folks with questions, attend information sessions, take a tour, or learn more about departments and majors.
Appalachian State University or email Transfer Admissions Counselor Kristi Leff Campbell University or email admissions counselor Misty Beasley-Lauterbach Elizabeth City State University or email admissions@ecsu.edu Lees-McRae College - make an appointment to speak with an admissions counselor. Meredith College or email admissions@meredith.edu NC A&T State University or email Charles McDuffie, Asst. Director, Transfer Admissions NC Central University or email transfer@nccu.edu NC State University or schedule a virtual appointment or meet with a C3 representative | UNC Asheville or email admissions@unca.edu UNC-Chapel Hill or email unchelp@admissions.unc.edu UNC Charlotte or email an admissions counselor UNC Greensboro or email Kalen DeLapp. UNC Pembroke or email Nancy Reading, Admissions Counselor UNC Wilmington or speak with an admission counselor Western Carolina or email admiss@wcu.edu William Peace University |
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