Best community colleges in California based on transfer rates?

I'm looking for community colleges in California that have high transfer rates to four-year universities. Does anyone have information on which ones are the most successful in helping students transfer, especially to top-tier schools?

Absolutely, California Community Colleges play a critical role in California's higher education system and many have exceptional transfer rates to four-year universities. Here are few that stand out based on available data.

1. De Anza College, located in Cupertino, is often cited for its high transfer rate. In fact, it tends to be among the top community colleges in the state when it comes to the number of students it sends to the University of California and California State University systems.

2. Santa Monica College, in Santa Monica, is the leading transfer college to UCLA, USC, LMU, and the UC system combined. It also places many students in prominent private institutions.

3. Diablo Valley College, in Pleasant Hill, sees high numbers of students transferring to UC Berkeley and other UC campuses.

4. Pasadena City College, can also claim strong rates of transfers to the UC system, and has a program called the 'Pasadena City College Pathways', focused on easing the transition to four-year colleges.

5. Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa is known as a strong transfer institution for students aiming for institutions within the California State University system.

The success of these colleges does not only depend on transfer rates - they also offer a range of robust support systems for students, including academic advising and financial aid assistance. These resources play a key role in preparing students for the transition to four-year universities. It's also important to remember the success of a transfer also largely depends on a student’s performance and personal circumstance.