Expert College Transfer Admissions Consulting

Transferring to a top university is a highly competitive process. Whether you are moving from a community college to a four-year university or upgrading to a more selective program, admissions committees evaluate transfer applicants differently than high school seniors. They look closely at your college-level academic performance and your specific reasons for transferring.

SOS Admissions gives transfer applicants a clear advantage. Our consultants are former admissions committee members from institutions like UCLA and the University of Chicago. We help you position your college record, explain any past academic issues, and build a strong case that proves you belong at your target school. We also offer private school admissions consulting for families pursuing competitive placements.

1000+ Ivy League Acceptances
Past Clients Have Successfully Transferred to Top Universities Including:

Top university logos including Harvard, Stanford, UCLA, and USC where transfer clients have been accepted

Our College Transfer Consultants Have Been Featured In:

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College Transfer Admissions Consulting Services

We work with transfer applicants from the beginning of the process through final submission. Some students need help targeting the right programs. Others need help explaining a rough start in college. We adjust our work to fit the student, the record, and the schools on the list.

  • Target Transfer School Selections
  • College Transfer Interview Coaching
  • Common Application and Coalition Support
  • Academic and Extracurricular Strategy
  • Transfer Application Strategy
  • Personal Statements and Transfer Essays
  • University of California Transfer Essays
  • Resume, CV, and Activity List Guidance

To learn more about the specifics of our offerings, please visit our services page.

Transfer Application Packages and Pricing

Choose the package or individual service that best fits your goals. Every option includes direct time with an admissions consultant.

Complete College Transfer Application Package Includes:
Transfer Common Applications Transfer Application Strategy
Target School Selections Resumes and CVs
School-Specific Supplemental Essays College Transfer Interview Coaching
Letters of Recommendation Guidance Suggestions for Test Preparation
College Transfer Application Package Pricing
Initial Phone Consultation (15 minutes) Free
Application Planning and Evaluation Service (Introductory Service With Expert Advice on Essays, Letters of Rec, School Selection, Resume / CV, etc.) $465
School Selection Service (Professional Guidance on the Best Schools for You) $1,375
Common Application Essay / Coalition Application Essay (The Primary Essay for College Applications) $985
Common Application School-Specific Essays for 1 School (Also applies to School-Specific Essays for Coalition Application) $1,485
University of California Essays / Long Essay (Fewer than 1500 words) $1,485
Academic Resume or CV / College Brag Sheet $975
Common Application Activity Descriptions or University of California Activity Descriptions or Coalition Activity Descriptions $1,175
College Transfer Interview Coaching $1,275
Letter of Recommendation $885
Waitlist Appeal Letter or Letter of Continued Interest** $985
Complete College Application or Transfer Application Package (UNLIMITED HOURS, Savings of $2,945 over purchasing services individually) $5,175 for the First School + $775 for Each Additional School
Complete College Application Package for Five Schools (UNLIMITED HOURS, Savings of $3,720 over purchasing services individually) $7,500 for the 5 Schools + $775 for Each Additional School
Complete College Application Package for Ten Schools (UNLIMITED HOURS, Savings of $4,495 over purchasing services individually) $10,600 for the 10 Schools + $775 for Each Additional School
Rush Fee (per incident) $500 (Call for Details)

*This applies to one application cycle for transfer applicants. For services not included in the package, our standard hourly rate applies.

We recommend applying to at least seven to ten schools, divided between safety, mid-range, and reach options. Your consultant will help you categorize each school based on your academic record and transfer profile.

**Our data shows that without a waitlist appeal letter, applicants have roughly a 12% chance of being admitted from a waitlist at a selective school. With a strong appeal letter and a coordinated waitlist campaign, that rate rises to approximately 45%. A waitlist campaign involves contacting the school over several months to reinforce your accomplishments and continued interest.

Why Choose SOS Admissions?

Transfer admissions requires a clear story and a smart application strategy. SOS Admissions helps you articulate why you are transferring, what you have accomplished on your current path, and why you are prepared to succeed at a more competitive institution. We help students organize that narrative in a way that is easy for an admissions office to follow.

Consultations are available by Zoom, FaceTime, Google Meet, Skype, or phone from anywhere in the world. We also offer in-person meetings at our Beverly Hills office.

Call our college transfer consultants at 310-951-4008 to get started.

The Advantages Of Working With Us

  • Since 1998: We are one of the most established admissions firms, successfully guiding clients since 1998.

  • Insider Expertise: Gain a competitive edge with consultants who worked on the admissions committees at UCLA and the University of Chicago.

  • Top University Grads: All of our admissions consultants graduated from top 30 universities.

  • Interview Mastery: We are considered the foremost experts in the area of admissions interview preparation.

  • 100% Customized: We write essays that are fully customized for you and your academic and professional background.

  • Trusted Authority: Our experts have been featured on CNN, Fox News, and the Wall Street Journal.