Tana Ridgeway (She/Her) Coordinator of Transfer and Adult Student Success
Email Tana at [email protected]
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What We Do
Our Mission:
The Transfer Peer Mentor (TPM) Program at ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï provides accessible, transfer-focused support from orientation to graduation by fostering Roadrunner engagement, supporting students’ integration into the university, and offering individualized peer guidance that promotes belonging, persistence, and success.
We support students by:
- Providing general onboarding and first year support for new to ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï transfer students
- Reviewing degree plans and answering transfer credit questions to help you prepare for advising meetings
- Connecting students to advisors, academic departments and important student supports
- Hosting transfer specific programming and events
Frequently Asked Transfer Questions
Starting at a new university can feel like a big transition—but you don’t have to navigate it alone! Transfer Peer Mentors are experienced students who are here to help you feel confident, connected, and supported from day one.
Your Transfer Peer Mentor can help you:
- Navigate campus resources and know where to go for support
- Answer questions about classes, schedules, and student life
- Share tips for balancing academics, work, and personal commitments
- Connect you with campus opportunities, events, and involvement options
- Provide pre-advising support, including helping you prepare for your advising appointment, understand what to expect, and get scheduled to meet with your advisor
- Offer guidance based on their own transfer experience
Whether you have a quick question or want help getting started with advising, your peer mentor is a friendly, approachable resource who understands what it’s like to be in your shoes.
Ready to meet with a Transfer Peer Mentor? Schedule an appointment or email [email protected] for more availability.
Our Online Engagement Opportunity is a flexible, virtual way for online transfer students to connect, ask questions, and build community—no matter where you’re logging in from. We have a dedicated Online Engagement Transfer Peer Mentor who is here specifically to support online transfer students. Through peer-led conversations and guidance, you’ll have space to learn, share, and feel more connected to ÍøÆسԹÏ.
What You’ll Gain:
- Confidence navigating your first semester as a transfer student
- Knowledge of key deadlines, tools, and campus resources
- Encouragement and support from peers and Transfer Peer Mentors
Taking classes online?
You’re not alone. Sign up to be contacted by a Transfer Peer Mentor.
Contact Us: Ready to meet with a Transfer Peer Mentor? Schedule an appointment with our team email us at [email protected], or give us a call at 303-605-5602
Your Transfer and Adult Student Success Coordinator is a professional staff member with expertise in transfer processes, policies, and credit evaluation. They are dedicated to helping you feel confident, prepared, and supported as you navigate your transfer journey—especially when your questions or needs involve more complex or unique situations. They provide personalized guidance to help you make informed decisions, understand how your credits apply, and prepare for your academic path at ÍøÆسԹÏ.
Meeting with your coordinator can help you:
- Understand how your earned credits, prior degrees, and complex transfer scenarios apply to your path at ÍøÆسԹÏ
- Receive individualized support, including pre-advising, goal setting, and transfer credit guidance
- Interpret and navigate university policies, procedures, and systems with expert support
- Coordinate connections to campus resources and receive support for elevated or unique transfer student needs
- Receive advocacy and encouragement as you navigate your first semester and beyond
Contact Us: Schedule a meeting or Email Tana Ridgeway at [email protected] to connect with the coordinator for one-on-one support, answer your questions, and help you feel connected to ÍøÆسԹÏ.
The self-paced online orientation provides an introduction to ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï and supports your transition as a new student. As you complete the orientation, you’ll build foundational knowledge and access key resources to help you get started.
Whether you’re balancing work, family, online classes—or all of the above—you can move through orientation building the knowledge and confidence to begin your first semester.
What You’ll Gain:
- An introduction to campus resources, policies, and procedures
- Guidance on academic tools, registration, and degree planning
- Tips and strategies for navigating your first semester with confidence
- Access to support and resources that help you feel connected to ÍøÆسԹÏ
You may still have questions after you complete the orientation, so please feel free to reach out for additional support. If you still need to complete Orientation, sign-up here!
Contact Us: Schedule an appointment with our team email us at [email protected], or give us a call at 303-605-5602
is a helpful online tool that lets you explore how courses you’ve taken at other colleges or universities may transfer to ÍøÆسԹÏ. It’s a great way to get an early idea of how your previous coursework may apply to your degree before meeting with an advisor.
With Transferology, you can:
- See how your courses may transfer and what they could count toward
- Explore how credits apply to general studies or major requirements
- Prepare for advising by understanding your potential transfer credits
Using Transferology can help you feel more confident and informed as you plan your next steps. It’s a simple way to start mapping your path and make the most of the credits you’ve already earned. to see how your credits may transfer to ÍøÆسԹÏ. If you would like more detailed information, schedule a meeting with the Coordinator
Contact Us: Schedule an appointment with our team email us at [email protected], or give us a call at 303-605-5602
How to Request Transcripts
We’re here to make the transcript process as smooth as possible! To complete your transfer evaluation, you’ll need to request official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities, as well as any applicable exam scores from testing agencies.
Most colleges and universities send transcripts electronically through services like . If your previous school doesn’t use an online service, you can request your transcript directly through their Registrar’s Office. For AP, IB, or CLEP credit, score reports must be sent directly from the College Board or the International Baccalaureate organization.
What to Submit:
- Official transcripts from every college or university you’ve attended
- Updated transcripts once final grades are posted for any courses currently in progress
- Official AP, IB, or CLEP score reports (if applicable)
- High School Transcripts, if you have completed less than 24 college credits.
Where to Send Your Transcripts:
Electronic transcripts:
[email protected]
Paper transcripts:
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Office of the Registrar
Campus Box 84
PO Box 173362
Denver, CO 80217
Submitting your documents early helps ensure your transfer credits can be reviewed as quickly as possible. Plan ahead so you’re set up for success. If you’re unsure about what to send or need help along the way, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to support you!
The Office of the Registrar is responsible for evaluating your transcripts, with a standard processing time of 5–7 business days. During peak times closer to the start of the semester, processing may take 10–14 business days.
Contact Us: Schedule an appointment with our team email us at [email protected], or give us a call at 303-605-5602
Transfer students can apply for financial aid and scholarships to support their education at ÍøÆسԹÏ. To ensure your aid is processed correctly, complete the FAFSA or CASFA and list ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï as your school.
If you previously submitted the FAFSA for another institution, you can update your application to include ÍøÆسԹÏ.
Steps to Take:
- Complete or update your FAFSA/CASFA with ÍøÆسԹÏ’s school code 001360.
- Explore scholarship opportunities for transfer students
- Check your student portal for any required documents or updates
- Contact The Office of Financial Aid with questions about your application,Ìý award status, or help with questions and support regarding potential issues with your submitted FAFSA/CASFA.Ìý
Completing these steps early helps make sure your financial aid and scholarships are in place before classes begin.
Online Tutoring: ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Tutoring, in partnership with a third-party service, offers 24/7 online tutoring at no cost to all current ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï students. Online tutoring can be accessed by logging into your Canvas account. If you need guidance on how to use this service through Canvas, please follow theÌý.
The Office of Online Learning: ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Online Learning provides a variety of resources to support current online students throughout their academic journey. Whether you’re new to online learning or continuing your studies, you’ll have access to tools and services designed to help you stay connected, organized, and successful.
Support includes individualized success coaching through the Office of Online Learning, help with enrollment and course planning, and access to resources that support your academic progress and overall student experience. Online students can also connect with 24/7 tutoring, writing support, and academic assistance through Canvas and other virtual platforms.
Additional ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï resources include technical support for Canvas and online learning tools, academic advising, financial aid guidance, and student support services such as wellness resources, accessibility support, and Veteran and Military Student Services. These supports are available to help you navigate challenges, stay on track, and make the most of your time at ÍøÆسԹÏ.
Post Admission Transfer Checklist
Email is the official form of communication for ÍøÆسԹÏ. All communication will go through this email.
| Stop by the Campus ID office in the Tivoli Station, room 269, with your class schedule and a photo ID. ÌýFind out more .
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Want to get to know campus and learn where your in-person classes are? Sign up for a virtual or in-person tour here.
Check out the Ìýand look for The Runner, a student newsletter, in your email. These are great ways to meet new people and attend fun events across campus.
This app allows you to bypass the phone call notification.Ìý Instructions to set it up are
ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï has partnered with RTD to provide the RTD CollegePass to actively enrolled students. Students must be enrolled in at least one course in the given semester and have a valid Auraria Campus ID. For more information, .
The deadline for the waiver varies based on your starting semester. Please check the for more information.Ìý If you are an undocumented, DACA, immigrant, or refugee student in need of low-cost health insurance, Immigrant Services may be able to help.
Make sure to also submit proof of immunizations!
You can choose to rent or purchase class books. Some books will be listed as optional and some will be required.
Some options to get books are the campus bookstore . You can to your tuition at Tivoli Station if need be. Other options are (students get 6 months of Prime for free), , or local libraries.
You can do this in the Student Hub by clicking on the Class Schedules box and picking the term. Find where your classes are on a . Need to change a class? Find steps on how to register this page.
Canvas is our online class platform. Follow this link, and at the bottom of the page select Quick Start Guide!
Jobs are listed (you’ll need to log in to Workday to view the open positions).Ìý Get help writing your resume and other career readiness resources from the C2 Hub.
Considering ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï as a Transfer student and don’t know where to start? Or maybe just looking for some guidance as you make your way through the process? Check out this useful checklist for our transfer students.
Meet The Team
Tiffani Baldwin (She/Her) Director of Transfer and Adult Student Success
Email Tiffani at [email protected]
Email Tiffani
Transfer Peer Mentors
* Rose Cole (She/Her), * Ana Escobar (She/Her), * Camrynn Robertson (She/Her), * Noah Steinbrecher (He/Him)
