1. It's your first year at a new school

Regardless of whether you transferred after a semester, or three years, it's your first year at the new school so you have to familiarize yourself with your new environment, know where buildings are, and know how things work, such as the bus system, or parking, or where to eat.

2. You might have to retake some classes

This is a tough one because not every class you take will apply to the new school, or new degree program you are pursuing. You can't let this deter you though, because...

3. You can't get complacent

You still have to challenge yourself at your new school, and since it's a change of scenery, feel free to explore it.

4. You will likely attend orientation again

As described at the outset, this will help you get acclimated to your new school.

5. You will make new friends

You probably don't know anybody that is at your new school, so go out and make some friends.

6. You have a new school fight song

You'll learn it when getting acclimated to the new school.

7. You won't necessarily live in a dorm

Some people aren't automatically given housing when transferring to a new school.

8. You might realize that you have new passions

It happens.

9. You will miss your old school

It's not the same environment anymore, even if it's the same level of coursework.

10. You might have to spend more money

Your new school might cost more to attend.

11. You may need to take on more engagements to make ends meet

This follows #10, since you might need to work more jobs to be able to cover tuition and payments.

12. You still have people supporting you

You don't have to feel alone on a new campus because resources are there.