University of Illinois System
 

The University of Illinois System / Transfer Drive

Transfer Drive:
Driving Economic Mobility
through Transfer Supports

Transfer Drive provides personalized support for community college students transferring to the University of Illinois System.

Driven students like you can expect:

  • Specialized sessions focused on your academics, career, and transfer
  • Peer mentors and early connection to the U of I System
  • Up to $2,000 performance-based financial assistance to help with college expenses
  • Direct access to a dedicated transfer coordinator

Upcoming Information Sessions

  • UIC Transfer Drive Table – January 13 from 9am-12pm in the Harold Washington College Lobby
  • Virtual UIC Transfer Drive Information Session – January 14 at 3pm on Zoom
Register here

Eligibility?

Who is eligible for UIC's Transfer Drive? Students who:

  • Enrolled at Harold Washington College in Fall 2025
  • Successfully completed 12 or more credit hours in Fall 2025 at HWC with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
  • Plan to transfer to UIC in Fall 2027
  • Plan to study Business or Psychology
  • Are eligible for a form of need-based financial aid

Apply

Applications are currently being accepted for the Spring 2026 Transfer Drive. Applications are due January 21, 2026, and applicants will be notified of selection the week of January 26, 2026.

Apply here

Transfer Coordinator

Wendy Downing

Revved up and ready to learn more?
We hope so!