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Can I transfer to a California State University from a California community college?
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Yes. First, you should discuss your goals with a community college counselor. The California State Universities depend upon community college transfers for a large portion of their upper division enrollment. More than 50% of their bachelor's degrees are awarded to community college transfer students. With proper program planning, students may complete lower division preparation at a community college and transfer to the campus of their choice without loss of credits.
Students who were eligible to enter a California State University upon graduation from high school are eligible to transfer on a space available basis from a community college at the close of any semester if they have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better.
Students who were not eligible to enter a California State University upon graduation from high school must satisfy specific course requirements and should complete at least 56 transferable semester units (84-quarter units) with at least a cumulative GPA of 2.0.
You should contact the college's counseling center or transfer center for transfer information.
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Can I transfer to a University of California from a California community college?
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Yes. First you should discuss your goals with a community college counselor. All UC campuses have uniform entrance requirements and certain other features in common. However, each campus is distinctive and not all majors are offered on all campuses. You should study the list of undergraduate colleges for majors available on each campus.
Students may satisfy transfer requirements in one of the following ways:
- If you were eligible for admission to the UC when you graduated from high school, you are eligible to transfer if you have a 2.0 GPA or higher in your transferable college work.
- If you met the scholarship requirement but did not satisfy the subject requirement, you must take transferable college courses in the subjects you are missing, earn a grade of C or better in each of these required courses, and earn an overall 2.0 GPA or higher in all transferable college coursework.
- If you met the scholarship requirement but did not meet the examination requirement, you must complete a minimum of 12 semester (18 quarter) units of transferable work and earn an overall 2.0 GPA or higher in all transferable college coursework completed.
- If you were not eligible for admission to the UC when you graduated from high school because you did not meet the scholarship requirement, you must:
A. Complete 60 semester (90 quarter) units of UC transferable college credit with a grade point average of at least 2.4, and;
B. Complete either campus specific breadth requirements or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum.
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Do all California community college courses transfer to four-year universities?
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No! But, with careful planning, you can make sure that you take classes that can transfer to four-year universities. Because students attend community colleges for many different reasons, not all community college course work will transfer to four-year universities. You should work closely with a college counselor or adviser to ensure that all the courses you take are transferable.
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How many units do I need to transfer?
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That all depends. If you were eligible for a California State University or University of California when you graduated from high school, you may transfer at any time, on a space available basis, with at least a cumulative 2.0 grade point average in all college course work. If you were ineligible to attend a California State University or University of California because you were lacking a few courses, you may only need to complete those courses with a C grade or better before transferring. Generally, fifty-six transferable units are required for admission as a transfer student with junior standing.
You should contact the college's counseling or transfer center for more information.
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What is the minimum GPA for transfer?
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To transfer to a California State University, the minimum GPA is 2.0. To transfer to a University of California, the minimum GPA is 2.4 for residents of California and 2.8 for non-residents.
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If I plan to transfer, how will I know which courses to take?
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This is an important issue that requires your careful attention. You should discuss your transfer goals with a community college counselor or adviser. If you know which four-year university you plan to attend, you should contact them and ask for their catalog.
Community college officials work closely with officials from California State Universities and Universities of California. In many instances, they have worked out articulation agreements, at certain colleges, in certain majors, that community college students can follow to ensure that they are enrolling in appropriate courses. Always work with a community college counselor or adviser!
You can also find transfer information at www.assist.org.
Since many community college students are unsure of majors and unsure about which transfer university they plan to attend, both the California State University system and the University of California system have developed transfer plans that transfer students can follow to ensure that they are completing required general education course work. If you plan to transfer to a California State University, you can follow the Pattern of General Education for California State University Transfer, available in your college's counseling center. However, CSU campuses may have different 'major' requirements. You should discuss your major with a community college counselor or adviser.
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What is the difference between an associate degree and a bachelor degree?
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An associate degree is granted by community colleges to students who have completed a specified program of study, usually totaling at least 60 units. Associate degrees are awards in arts and science and are sometimes referred to as two-year degrees, in contrast to the four-year degrees that are baccalaureate degrees.
Baccalaureate or bachelor degrees are awarded by California State Universities, Universities of California or private universities to students who have completed a specified program of study, usually totaling at least 124 units.
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What is a guaranteed transfer agreement?
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Many community colleges have actually developed formal agreements with California State University campuses and University of California campuses that will guarantee admission upon transfer. Since these vary at each community college, students should contact their community college transfer centers or counseling centers to learn about the guaranteed transfer agreements that exist.
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Where do I go to get transcripts to be sent to another college?
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Every college campus maintains a records office. This office maintains all of your college records. Generally, you need to make a written request to have your transcripts sent to another college, a potential employer, or to yourself. Check with your college to find out about timelines and fees.
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How do I find out about transfer requirements for a particular university?
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Talk with counselors and advisers in your transfer center or in your counseling center to find out about transfer requirements. And, do it as soon as you are admitted to the college! You want to ensure that you are taking appropriate courses. Ask the counselor/adviser if an articulation agreement exists at your intended transfer university in your declared major. Ask if there is a guaranteed transfer agreement. Your counselor will help you develop an educational plan that you can follow to ensure that you complete appropriate course work.
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Does having an associate degree make me eligible to transfer to a CSU or a UC?
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No. While many students earn associate degrees and, at the same time, successfully transfer to four-year universities, it does take some planning. Associate degrees are not required for transfer to CSUs or UCs. But, since there can be overlap in the requirements for an associate degree and with the requirements for transfer, many students choose to take courses that will satisfy both requirements. With careful planning and the help of a counselor or adviser, you can do both without taking extra classes.
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