Top California community colleges with great transfer rates?

I'm planning to attend a community college in California and want to make sure I choose one with strong transfer statistics. What are some of the best options for transfer success?

Looking at transfer rates can be a solid way to gauge which California community colleges could set you up well for a future transfer. Here are some community colleges in California known for their existing ties and transfer rates to four-year universities:

1. De Anza College: Located in Cupertino, this community college has a high transfer rate to four-year institutions, particularly to the UC and CSU systems.

2. Diablo Valley College: DVC, located in Pleasant Hill, has an established transfer program, especially strong in transfers to UC Berkeley and UC Davis.

3. Santa Monica College: SMC has the highest transfer rate to the University of California system of any community college in the state. Notably, UCLA accepts a large number of transfer students from SMC every year.

4. Pasadena City College: Pasadena City College also consistently ranks high for transfers to the UC system.

5. Orange Coast College: OCC, in Costa Mesa, ranks highly for transfers not just to the UC and CSU systems, but also to private institutions in California like USC.

Remember that attending a community college with strong transfer programs doesn't guarantee your transfer to a four-year school. Transfer success relies heavily on your academic performance, involvement in extracurricular activities, and the effort you put into your transfer applications. Please cross-verify this information by visiting each college's website or contacting their admissions office for the most accurate and up-to-date statistics, as this can change from year to year.