Creating a better transfer student experience. Together.

For over twenty years, NISTS was the only national organization solely focused on transfer student success.

We worked across functional areas and institutional sectors to empower practitioners, faculty, and administrators to be transfer champions – agents, connectors, and advocates – who challenge the status quo to create holistic and inclusive transfer student experiences.

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Updated Standards Now Available

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The completely revised CAS Standards for Transfer Student Programs and Services (TSPS) are ready to use. This first major update in over a decade reflects current research, policy, and best practices in the field. The standards provide a framework for supporting the entire transfer journey, helping institutions build comprehensive, evidence-based programs and policies for the million+ students who transfer each year.

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Our Signature Programs

NISTS ANNUAL CONFERENCE

The NISTS annual conference provided relevant and practical strategies for improving transfer student policies, programs, and supports at both community colleges and universities. Although we're no longer hosting this transfer-focused event, you can still explore the conference archives to find new ideas for your work.

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Revised CAS Standards for Transfer Student Programs and Services

The Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS) has released a completely revised version of the Transfer Student Programs and Services Standards. Developed collaboratively by CAS, NISTS, AACRAO, and a national committee of transfer practitioners, this comprehensive update reflects the current state of transfer research, policy, and practice. The standards provide guidance on supporting the full transfer student experience, rather than a point-in-time t

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Voices from the Field: Transfer Professionals Speak

At NISTS, we champion both transfer students and the individuals who support them. Last fall, we conducted a survey of transfer professionals (322) to identify future professional development needs. The responses were so powerful, especially related to the challenges transfer professionals face, that we wanted to share them with you.

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The 5 Pillars of the Transfer Student Experience—Laying the Groundwork for Student Success

To address the full transfer journey, we've identified five pillars that form the foundation of a successful transfer student experience. The transfer experience should be Prioritized, Equitable and Inclusive, Comprehensive, Collaborative, and Student-Centered. By focusing on these five pillars, we can lay the groundwork for student success and create a more welcoming and supportive environment for all students.

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