National Transfer Student Week

National Transfer Week focuses on all of the important aspects of transferring to a new college!

During National Transfer Student Week, colleges across the country work to bring awareness to common transition barriers and highlight transfer successes. Lake Forest College is proud to participate in this annual event as we build empathy and celebrate our vibrant community of transfer students.

transfer student highlight

Monday, October 16

Transfer Student Highlight

Follow us on Instagram to hear from a current transfer student! 

Transfer Tuesday

Tuesday, October 17

Transfer Tuesday

Talk with either Melissa Naughton or Jake Bedenian to discuss transfer scholarships, the application process, and any other questions about Lake Forest College. 

accelerated admissions

Wednesday, October 18

We know that waiting for a decision is one of the most stressful parts about the application process. On Wednesday, we welcome you to visit campus or to meet with us virtually. By submitting an application 2 days ahead of time and bringing your transcripts, you can receive an on-the-spot admission decision during your visit or virtual chat. 

Sign up for a personal visit or schedule a virtual chat with one of our transfer counselors: Jake Bedenian, Melissa Naughton, or Melissa Ramirez

ZeeMee Q&A

Thursday, October 19

ZeeMee live channel Q&A for Transfers

We’ve partnered with ZeeMee to provide a community to all of our prospective students. Join us on Zeemee for a Q&A by our current Lake Forest College transfer students.

Download ZeeMee and get started today!

Transfer Visit Day

Saturday, October 21

Transfer Visit Day

Visit Lake Forest College on a day specifically for transfer students! Learn about all of the fantastic opportunities that the College has to offer, and how we make it easy for transfer students! 

Meet our Transfer Counselors!

Jake Bedenian

Jake Bedenian

Associate Director of Transfer Admissions
847-735-5013
jbedenian@lakeforest.edu
Pronouns: he/him/his
Territories: Harper Community College, McHenry County College, Oakton Community College, all other community colleges, except College of Lake County (CLC), all in-state 4-year institutions, first-year students and first-year international students
Schedule a time to chat with me

Melissa Naughton

Melissa Naughton

Director of Transfer Admissions
847-735-5009
naughton@lakeforest.edu
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Territories: College of Lake County, out-of-state 4-year colleges and universities and all International Transfers
Schedule a time to chat with me

Melissa Ramirez

Melissa Ramirez

Assistant Director of Admissions
847-735-5008
mramirez@lakeforest.edu
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Territories:  lL (Northern Illinois, College of Lake County transfer students)
Schedule a time to chat with me