Students who plan to transfer to the California State University (CSU) system, the University of California (UC) system, or to a private or out-of-state university should make an education plan with a counselor. This will ensure you meet the requirements for the specific institution you plan to attend.
California State University (CSU)
Complete at least 60 semester (90 quarter) units of CSU-transferable units, of which 30 semester (45 quarter) units are at a level equivalent to general education courses.
Earn at least a 2.0 GPA in CSU-transferable courses (2.4 if you're a nonresident).
Some campuses and majors may require a higher GPA for admission selection.
Be in good standing at the last college or university attended.
Complete with a grade of C- or better in Oral Communication, Written Communication, Critical Thinking, and Math/Quantitative Reasoning.
Complete the required/recommended courses needed for your intended major with the minimum grades.
Visit ASSIST to see the major preparation coursework expected by each campus.
University Of California (UC)
Complete at least 60 semester (90 quarter) units of UC-transferable units.
Earn at least a 2.4 GPA in UC-transferable courses (2.8 if you're a nonresident).
Some campuses and majors may require a higher GPA for admission selection.
Complete the following 7-course pattern by the of the spring term prior to fall enrollment at UC.
Two transferable courses in English composition;
One transferable course in mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning;
Four transferable college courses chosen from at least two of the following subject areas:
arts and humanities
social and behavioral sciences
physical and biological sciences
Complete the required/recommended courses needed for your intended major with the minimum grades.
Visit ASSIST to see the major preparation coursework expected by each campus.
