Transfer Academy for Student Success
The Transfer Academy for Student Success (TASS) is a flagship initiative at the University of Houston–Downtown designed to empower and bolster transfer students as they transition into a four-year university environment. Recognizing that about 65% of UHD’s degree-seeking undergraduates begin as transfer students, TASS offers a comprehensive, supportive framework to ease that leap.
Core Features & Benefits
- Personalized Success Coaching
TASS provides one-on-one support through dedicated success coaches and peer mentors who understand the transfer experience. These relationships help students set clear goals, navigate academic challenges, and integrate into campus life more smoothly.
- Tailored Academic Support
Through enhanced engagement with UHD’s Gator Success Institute, TASS delivers structured academic support, bridging gaps and offering resources designed specifically for transfer students.
- Grant-Funded Innovation & Sustainability
TASS is supported by a $150,000 grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s SSAP 2.0 program, extending through August 2026. This funding enables UHD to staff and expand transfer-focused support services.
- Strategic Focus on Completion & Career Readiness
The initiative aligns with the broader mission of SSAP 2.0: improving student persistence and helping them complete credentials that lead to meaningful labor-market outcomes. By offering proactive guidance and resources, TASS seeks to remove barriers that often derail transfer students’ progress.
Bolstering Transfer Students: The New Transfer Academy for Student Success