�ǿ����޴�ý

Decatur, Ill. — �ǿ����޴�ý University has once again been recognized among the nation’s leading transfer-friendly institutions, earning a place on the  for 2026, marking the University’s sixth-consecutive appearance on the list. The national recognition places �ǿ����޴�ý among just 275 colleges and universities, selected from more than 900 eligible four-year institutions across the country. 

The Honor Roll is based on a comprehensive evaluation of institutional data and  outcomes. Colleges are assessed across five key dimensions: success rates of transfer students, campus friendliness and sense of belonging, availability of need- and merit-based financial aid, acceptance of transfer credits toward a four-year degree program, and recruitment experience and campus life. Inclusion on the Honor Roll reinforces �ǿ����޴�ý’s dedication to creating clear pathways for students seeking to complete their bachelor’s degrees after beginning at community colleges.

“Being named to the Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll reflects �ǿ����޴�ý’s unwavering commitment to ensuring transfer students feel welcomed, supported, and positioned for success from the moment they arrive on campus,” said Molly Berry, Vice President of Admission & Student Affairs. “Transfer students bring valuable experiences, perspectives, and determination to our community. This recognition affirms the intentional work of our faculty and staff to provide seamless pathways, personalized support, and meaningful opportunities for every transfer student to thrive at �ǿ����޴�ý.”