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Transfer Student Information FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About Transferring to SDState

Where can I find information on which of my courses transferred to SDState?

For students who have submitted final, official transcripts, completed transfer evaluation information can be viewed via Self Service. Log in to Self Service and select Unofficial Transcript/Course History under the Academic Profile menu. You will see the SDState courses received from your transfer evaluation under the term you took the courses.

I’ve looked at my transfer courses for my completed transfer evaluation. How can I see how they can apply to my SDState major?

You can see how transfer courses from a completed evaluation may apply to your SDState major by running a Program Evaluation on Self Service under the Academic Profile menu.

When I received my completed transfer evaluation, I had a course that transferred as elective credit, but I think it should have transferred as a specific SDState course. What can I do?

To request a different equivalent course from a transfer evaluation, please submit a Transfer Equivalency Change Request form. This form is available in the Records Office in the Enrollment Services Center at the reception desk, or call Transfer Services at 605-688-4607.

I sent my AP and CLEP scores to SDState, but I don’t see the credit on my SDState transcript. Is there anything else that I need to do?

In order to have credit earned by examination recorded on your academic transcript, students must complete an Application for Placement Credit form at the Testing Center (605-688-4499). A recording fee may apply.

Do I need a specific laptop or computer?

Whether you are writing a term paper, accessing lecture slides from your professor, or simply taking a break to update your social media from the past weekend, it’s increasingly important to stay connected. A specific computer brand or system is not generally required, but the Office of Information Technology provides recommended system specifications to keep you ahead of the curve. Be sure to check with your academic adviser for information regarding any specific technology-related requirements for your major.

If I don’t know who my adviser is or don’t have one listed on Self Service, what do I do?

You can come to the Wintrode Student Success and Opportunity Center to check on your adviser assignment. At the center, an adviser can work with you and your department to be sure you are assigned to an adviser in your major area of study. The advisers will also be able to answer your questions until you make contact with your assigned adviser.

I served in the military. Does SDState award college credit for military experience?

Yes, with approved documentation, SDState awards up to six credits for completion of basic training and can give additional credit with applicable military experience. SDState can review your military experience upon receipt of an official JST-Joint Services Transcript, CCAF-Community College of the Air Force Transcript, or a DD-214 form. Please contact SDState Transfer Services at 605-688-4067 for details.

What is Hobo Dough?

Your MyJacks ID Card is a vital part of your life on campus and is the official identification and access card for students, faculty and staff. Hobo Dough is a prepaid, stored-value account on your MyJacks Card used to pay for purchases on and off campus. Some of the area’s most popular local businesses accept Hobo Dough. You can deposit money into your Hobo Dough account in a number of easy ways including online, the load stations on campus or by mail.