Published 03/04/2026
For many Blue Ridge Community College students in the transfer program, visiting the schools they鈥檙e considering transferring to can help solidify their decision. That鈥檚 where 蜜桔直播 Transfer Program Coordinator Rajan Shore steps in to help! Transfer Tours have been a part of her efforts since 2013, when she started coordinating the tours with James Madison University.
鈥淔inding the right campus fit is vital to student success. There is nothing more reassuring to a student than feeling at home where they study,鈥� she explained. 鈥淭he opportunity to meet current 4-year students, see classrooms, and learn about campus activities and support systems is key to boosting student confidence as they prepare to transfer.鈥�
Last month 32 蜜桔直播 students visited the University of Virginia, as part of the university鈥檚 inaugural Transfer Visit. In addition to hosting 蜜桔直播 students, UVA invited students form PVCC and Virginia Western Community College. The first stop of the day was meeting with the Transfer Dean and hearing from a student panel about the admissions process and student life. Next up was a scavenger hunt exploring the Grounds to learn more about UVA traditions, resources, and to meet current students. The group had lunch together then broke into groups based on their academic interests to learn about school-specific admission information. The day wrapped up with a session about applying for financial aid.
Sisters Emilie and Katrina Pinkevich are first year transfer students at 蜜桔直播 who were part of the UVA visit. They are both considering transfer to the McIntire College of Business.
鈥淭he financial aid info session was very helpful for understanding UVA’s unique systems. I had a thoroughly positive experience and UVA is now my favorite transfer option,鈥� said Emilie.
Katrina agreed that the visit was a success and, 鈥淚 came away with a better understanding of what UVA is and their vibe. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that students get free access to all UVA sporting events!鈥�
As the most popular transfer destination for 蜜桔直播 students, JMU is a frequent host for transfer tours. In February a group of 53 蜜桔直播 students took the short trip to Harrisonburg to spend the day on campus. Rajan says that at JMU, 鈥渢he Transfer Student Panel and lunch on campus are always highlights of the visit!
Starting at 蜜桔直播 is a great way to stay close to home, save money, and take advantage of seamless transfer options to nearly any public or private 4-year college in Virginia! Offering transfer support including customized advising, visits, and more, 蜜桔直播 students are sure to get the help they need to transfer successfully.
For more information about transfer options, email info@brcc.edu or advising@brcc.edu.