Classes needed at Chaffey College to transfer

What are the key classes I need to complete at Chaffey College to successfully transfer to a state university? Are there any commonly overlooked classes that could delay the transfer?

The process of transferring from a community college like Chaffey College to a state university involves completing a core set of classes that are often referred to as the "general education" or "breadth" requirements. These are classes across a wide array of subjects meant to provide a well-rounded education. Some common areas include courses in:

1. English Composition: Typically two classes in college-level English are required.

2. Mathematics: Most schools want to see at least one college-level math class. This could be college algebra, statistic, or calculus.

3. Social & Behavioral Sciences: These may consist of courses like sociology, psychology, or history.

4. Physical and Biological Sciences: Physics, chemistry, biology or environmental science classes typically meet this requirement. At least one lab class is usually required.

5. Arts & Humanities: These might be classes in literature, art, music, philosophy, foreign languages, or cultural studies.

But remember, each state university and even individual programs within colleges have specific prerequisites or suggested courses for their majors that you also would need to complete. For instance, if you're interested in a Computer Science major, besides the general education requirements, you would need to complete some introductory programming classes.

Often, a common oversight for many students when it comes to transfer prerequisites are the lab classes in physical and biological sciences. Completion of laboratory science is typically a requirement but can sometimes be missed.

Additionally, I should mention that every state university has slightly different requirements so you should always check the specific requirements of the university you intend to transfer to. It's also a good idea to meet with a transfer counselor at Chaffey College who will be knowledgeable about the course requirements and help you tailor your education plan towards your target universities.