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Transfer Student Spotlight
What are your future goals? I want to become a professional architect because I believe the spaces we live and work in can be planned and built in ways that work to inspire and promote health, productivity, and comfort. I hope to work on adaptive reuse projects as a means to sustainably bring new life to existing spaces and communities.
How did the application and transfer process go? My personal application and transfer process required extensive research and soul searching. In Architecture, multiple degree paths exist, but I aimed for the 5-year Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) degree. This narrowed my options to the only schools in Texas offering the BArch program: The University of Texas at Austin, University of Houston, and Rice University. I applied to UT Austin, University of Houston, and The University of Texas San Antonio (for the chance to go to school in my hometown – even if it meant following the longer 6-year, two degree path). As an Austin Community College student, UT Austin was my top choice.
Managing applications to these schools was challenging, but the Texas Common Application simplified the process, and ACC’s Transfer Services provided invaluable support with deadlines, essays, and requirements. The biggest challenge was gathering and sending transcripts for all three schools, each requiring a different delivery method.
Transfer credit was uncertain for Architecture courses, as portfolio submissions meant each school determined how credits applied. ACC;s aligned core curriculum ensured most credits transferred smoothly. By the time I transferred, I was only four classes away from being “Core Complete,” allowing me to focus on my Architecture-specific courses.
Is life at University of Houston any different from ACC? What adjustments – if any – did you make? The biggest adjustment for me was moving from Austin to Houston. While I am in Houston, I focus entirely on school and return to Austin during my time off. University of Houston feels like a big university with many opportunities for engagement across all fields. Most of my time is spent at the Gerald D Hines Architecture & Design building, a space I love and find incredibly inspiring. The culture and clubs there create a close-knit community, offering a supportive and engaging environment within the larger U of H campus.
What are some of the questions you had while going through the process? Most of my looming questions were pertaining to my specific transfer scenarios. Because the Architecture program was new to ACC, there were not a lot of preceding transfer institutions to learn from.
What advice would you give to ACC students who are considering transferring? Be honest with yourself and about your goals. Taking a moment to really think about how and why you want to transfer will help guide you to the right school. Ask all the questions you can! ACC’s Transfer Specialists truly want to help you. If something is beyond their expertise, they can dig a little deeper with you.
Tell us about yourself and your role at ACC: I am part of the Student Life Mentor and Leadership Program. I help build programming activities that enable ACC students to develop and grow their leadership skills through peer to peer engagement. I also meet with students who apply to the program to guide them in setting goals and connecting them with resources and opportunities to achieve those goals.
What do you like to do outside of work? I love to fish and I love attending worship service and working with my congregation in spreading the message of faith.
How has the ACC experience been? We’d love to hear about the first impressions, colleagues or projects that have contributed to your experience. From the moment I interviewed I felt like I belonged. Candice Brown was my direct supervisor (still is) and she treated me with kindness and grace that has continued to this day. The entire Student Life family, present and past, has been nothing but phenomenal. I love my team! The moments that have touched me most are hearing students share their stories—their journeys of overcoming adversity and challenges to achieve their goals. It’s inspiring to see how they not only persevere but also support their peers, helping them feel welcomed and included. Hearing them express how much our program and staff have positively impacted their journey gives me so much joy!
Do you have any advice for students intending to transfer? If you’re planning on transferring, it’s important to start gathering the information you need as early as possible. During our intake meeting, I always ask students about their transfer plans, and I recommend reaching out to our amazing Transfer Services department. They can guide you through the entire process and provide valuable resources. Don’t forget to take advantage of the university tours they offer, which are a great way to explore your options and get a feel for your potential new school.
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