Does anyone know how the transfer course search works at California community colleges? I'm trying to figure out which courses will effectively transfer to a UC, and I could use some help navigating the process.
Absolutely, the process can seem a bit overwhelming initially but once you get the hang of it, it's fairly straightforward. The tool you want to use is Assist.org, which is the official repository for articulation information in the state of California. Here's a step by step guide on how to search for transferable courses:
1. Head over to www.assist.org.
2. Select the community college you're attending or planning to attend.
3. Next, select the UC campus to which you want your courses to transfer.
4. Then, select the major (or undeclared) at your prospective UC campus.
This will pull up a list of classes at your community college that are equivalent to, or accepted in lieu of, the required courses for your chosen major at the selected UC campus.
Remember that the UC system and many majors within it are impacted, so referring to Assist.org alone is not a guarantee of admission or even of meeting eligibility requirements – it's a starting point. Make sure to work closely with a counselor at your community college to form a transfer plan that aligns with your career and academic goals.
The Assist website is updated annually, so continue checking in over time to ensure that your information is still accurate, especially if any curriculum changes occur.
One more thing to note: Not every course is articulated with every UC campus or program. If a course isn’t listed, that simply means there’s no formal agreement that the course will transfer. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it won’t. In such cases, your college counselor can help you determine the best course of action.
Keep in mind, this tool only covers course articulation between community colleges and the UC or CSU systems. For private or out-of-state institutions, it's a good idea to contact that college's admission office for transfer information.
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