Transfer Students

Congratulations Transfer Students on your admission to the History Department!

Entering UC Davis half way through your academic career, you will begin focusing on the overall design of your degree. This means you will be focusing on courses that are of specific interest to you. Course recommendations can be made based on professional pathways, double majors, technical backgrounds, or even in preparation for graduate or doctoral studies.

TO GET STARTED, HERE ARE YOUR STEPS TO SUCCESS:

Once you have complete Aggie 101, Aggie Advising Canvas Program, and you have attended a "Preparing for Pass 1 Webinar" Hosted by Orientation, you are ready for the EHE Advising Stage of your Summer Roadmap!

Step 4: Attend a Major Advising Session (Transfer Students only)

with Abby Ramirez and Courtney Sanchez

The Economics, History, and East Asian Studies Advising Center will be offering webinars on topics such as class recommendations, academic resources, and tools for success in our programs, as well as being available for questions.

Session 1: June 15 | 10:30 - 11am

Session 2: June 25 | 1:30 - 2pm

Session 3: July 15 | 3 - 3:30pm

Session 4: August 4 | 2 - 2:30pm

Session 5: August 11 | 10:30 - 11am

ZOOM ID: 211 318 3172 (same ID for all sessions) 

NOTE: The content will be the same in all sessions

History advising flyer — two advisor headshots and session schedule on peach background

Step 5: Connect with an Advisor (Recommended)

This is your opportunity to speak with your academic advisor one-on-one and ask specific questions about your academic record, discuss goals, and plan your schedule for fall quarter and beyond (for transfer students only). 

Appointment System

Step 6: Register for Courses (Required)

After you’ve planned out your first quarter, you should have everything you need to register for classes. All students will register for courses using Schedule Builder during their assigned pass time. We are offering Major Advising Registration Support during your registration pass times.

Registration Times

Before you register, you can begin searching and saving courses to start building your schedule. Add classes and use the “Calendar View” to see your daily/weekly/monthly schedule at a glance. Save multiple schedules and compare to find the best fit. Be sure to read the “Important Details” to view course notes, descriptions, prerequisites, and much more.

Schedule Builder 

Step 7: Attend Aggie Orientation (Required)

Get excited about being an Aggie! Sign up for Aggie Orientation. This five-day program is your opportunity to start building community networks of support, find resources, and begin your life on campus.

Aggie Orientation Details

RECOMMENDATIONS:

  • Review your CANVAS Pages for Recommended First Quarter Courses
  • Take a look at a 2 Year Sample Academic Plan
  • Find 2-3 non-major courses that you would be interested in taking in Fall Quarter alongside your 1-2 History major courses.
  • It is not recommended to take more than 2 History courses per quarter, or take a History Seminar (HIS 102 series) during your first quarter.
  • Click on this diagram to help you identify courses of interest outside of your major.
  • History courses do not have prerequisites, but remember to check prerequisites to make sure you’re eligible for the courses you are interested in.
  • Review the resources for new students from the College of Letters and Science. Our Advising Center will assist you with your major requirements and the College will assist you with your general education and college/university requirements. Throughout your career at UC Davis, you will work with both of these offices for academic advising.  We always encourage you to check in with the College of Letters and Science Undergraduate Education and Advising Office regarding requirements outside of the major: https://lettersandscience.ucdavis.edu/advising.  

 

VIDEO RESOURCES

What to Expect for Transfer Students

Example Sample Schedule - History

Get Involved With Our Department

Best Practices and Tips