The Transfer Benchmarks

Academic Benchmarks

    I will …

1. I will learn to become familiar with the Brooklyn College Bulletin, Schedule of Classes, and Degree Works.
2. I will visit the Transfer Evaluation office to inquire about credits that were accepted and courses from which I am exempted.
3. I will examine all my syllabi and create a semester calendar of assignments.
4. I will attend a workshop on the CUNY Proficiency Examination (CPE) in the SEEK Tutoring Center if I have not passed the CPE.
5. I will complete a writing-intensive course in my major.
6. I will complete requirements outside my major, i.e., screen for foreign language and speech proficiency.
7. I will learn to acknowledge the need for tutoring and accept the responsibility for participation in it.
8. I will attend tutoring for at least one course.
9. I will file for senior check when appropriate.

College Life Benchmarks

    I will …

1. I will learn my way around the Brooklyn College campus.
2. I will learn where to go for support, i.e., tutoring, financial aid, and health services.
3. I will review the Bulletin requirements for my prospective major.
4. I will speak with an advisor of the department of my prospective major.
5. I will meet with my counselor to discuss my major or prospective major.
6. I will plan a tentative two year sequence of courses using Brooklyn College Degree Works and the Bulletin requirements for my major.
7. I will declare my major once I have completed sixty credits.
8. I will participate in a campus activity related to my career or major.
9. I will meet with a financial advisor to establish SEEK status.

Personal Benchmarks

    I will …

1. I will develop ways to manage personal finances, loans, and financial aid awards.
2. I will master strategies for balancing work, study, family, and fun.
3. I will identify and visit during office hours, a faculty member who might be able to provide career and academic advice.
4. I will file for financial aid on time.