About Us
Learning & Inspiring Future Transfers (LIFT) is a student-led initiative based in Philadelphia, launched through the Hassenfeld Social Impact Grant. As a group of transfers that understand the process of navigating this unique journey, our mission is to help prospective transfer students with their goals and aspirations.
Our Services.
We offer a range of free support services designed to help you achieve your transfer and education goals.
Transfer Guidance
General support and clarity on the transfer process.
Essay Brainstorming & Feedback
Feedback and guidance on how to craft your narrative effectively.
Penn-specific Questions
Specific questions about the 4 colleges at Penn, how transfer credits work through XCAT, and overall transfer life on campus.
Extracurricular Feedback
Advice on how to effectively pursue the activities you are passionate about.
Testimonials
Our transfers share how they have benefited in different ways after being involved with LIFT.
Student S.
Community College to UC Berkeley
Accepted to UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Santa Barbara, NYU
"As a first-generation student, transferring to a university felt really overwhelming. I didn’t have anyone in my life who had gone through it before, and writing my personal statements was one of the hardest parts. Transfer Lift connected me with other transfer students who had been through it themselves. My mentor’s invaluable feedback helped me convey my story with clarity and confidence, and I ended up with essays I was proud to submit. "
Student A.
UNC Chapel Hill to Duke University
Accepted to University of Pennsylvania
"Andrew was a big help in providing me with contacts and resources for deciding where to transfer. He arranged a tour guide on short notice and connected me with several Penn students, all of whom offered valuable insights into what I was looking for in a school."
Student I.
UC Davis to Dartmouth College
"Andrew is incredibly knowledgeable about the transfer process, and he approaches every conversation with empathy and understanding — not just from the position of a mentor, but as someone who has gone through the same process. He’s always very responsive and shows a genuine passion for helping individual students figure out their next steps and options. His ability to clearly explain the unique facets of different schools makes the decision-making process more clear and less overwhelming for students!"
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Have questions or need more information? Feel free to reach out to us. We are here to assist you.