Transfer Saddle Up

Fall College Transfer Preparation Program

What: Transfer Saddle Up |  Fall 2026

When: August 28th, 2026 

Where: University of Wyoming Campus

Join us for Transfer Saddle Up on Friday, August 28th! Transfer Saddle Up is a one-day program designed to welcome new students transferring to UW at no extra cost. Students will have the opportunity to experience UW's campus, build community, and connect with resources essential to the UW student experience. Start your journey at UW feeling prepared and confident!

As a transfer student at the University of Wyoming, you’re in good company – 45% of UW students also started their college journey at another institution and transferred to UW. Transfer students bring unique perspectives, and questions to campus which is why we developed Transfer Saddle Up. Programs like Transfer Saddle Up have been shown to have a positive impact on college graduation rates by focusing specifically on the needs of transfer students.

Students who are living in the residence halls during the fall semester and who attend Transfer Saddle Up can move into their hall two days early (on Thursday, August 27th) at no additional charge. If you would like to take advantage of this offer, please let us know so we can coordinate your early move-in with Residence Life and Housing!

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Questions in the meantime? Email saddleup@uwyo.edu!

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What is the cost of attending Transfer Saddle Up?

There is no cost for students attending Transfer Saddle Up! If a student would like to bring a guest, they are welcome to; however, guests will need to pay for their own meals. Please indicate any guests who will be attending accordingly when registering.

How does Transfer Saddle Up differ from Saddle Up?

Saddle Up is a required, week-long, one-credit, academic preparation program for first-time, full-time students. Transfer students are welcome to attend the week-long Saddle Up too! However, Transfer Saddle Up, as an optional, one-day program focusing specifically on the needs of transfer students might be a better fit for you!

What's the attendance policy for Transfer Saddle Up?

Transfer Saddle Up is not required for incoming transfer students. Attendance is optional and students may select to attend all programs OR select ones that impact them most. Remember, programs similar to Transfer Saddle Up have a positive impact on college graduation rates.

When can I move in on campus?

Many transfer students choose to live in one of UW residence halls. Move-in Day for students who are not participating in the full week Saddle Up program will be announced soon. 

Move-in Day

Where can I park at Transfer Saddle Up

Normal campus parking and transit operations will be available during Transfer Saddle Up. Please note that on-street parking is extremely limited. All students are encouraged to utilize free parking and transit services. Visit the UW Transit & Parking Services website to learn more.

UW PARKING SERVICES

Schedule of Events | Aug. 28

Check-in & Breakfast: 8:30-9 a.m.

Workshops: 9-10:45 a.m.

Classroom Session: 11 a.m.-Noon

Lunch: 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Cowboy Coach Meetings: 1:30-2 p.m.

Convocation: 2-3 p.m.

Check-out: 3 p.m.

 

Breakfast and lunch are included. Guests are welcome; however, we can only cover the cost of meals for the student. The North Hall Dining Center is an all you can eat buffet, and open to the public, if your guest would like to join us!

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