Study the university's credit transfer policy. You can get a lot of information by making an appointment with an adviser at your prospective new school. Be sure to find out which credits you have already earned that would transfer and if the equivalent coursework can be applied towards your desired degree. If the university will not accept the bulk of your credits, the school might not be a good fit for your long-term goals.
Research the university's transfer application requirements. You may need to take a test such as the SAT or ACT to gain admission if you have not done so already. You may also be forced to retake these tests if your scores are too old. Personal statements or essays, letters of recommendation and a transfer application fee may also be required. Some schools ask that you enroll in a reference service before you apply. These organizations collect and file academic documents for schools. School advisers and the institution's official website can provide you with most of the information that you need.
Apply for admittance to the university. Make sure you adhere to any application deadlines. Get all your paperwork and support materials to the school or reference service as soon as possible. Transfer deadlines may be different than those for traditional students. Pay for any fees that the school requires as well.
Update your financial aid documents. If you are already or hope to receive aid make sure your new schools get a copy of your Free Application for Federal Student Aid, FAFSA. Update this information as soon as possible. Scholarships usually have application deadlines and other funds are frequently given out on a rolling basis. Wait too long and you may be out of luck regardless of your need or merits.
Follow up on your application. It's up to you to make sure the school receives all the documents it requires. If you do not receive notification that you application is complete within a week, contact the admissions office and get an update. If your application goes through and you are wait listed rather than being accepted, don't be afraid to write a letter of continued interest letting the admissions committee know that you still hope to gain admittance.