Transferring Chaffey College courses to Cal Poly Pomona

I'm eyeing Cal Poly Pomona for my transfer and need advice on which Chaffey College courses are most crucial to get into their programs. Any tips on prioritizing my class selections?

As a transfer student, one of the most important tasks you have is ensuring the courses you take at community college align with the requirements at your target four-year institution. For Cal Poly Pomona, you'll want to check out the articulation agreement between Chaffey College and Cal Poly Pomona, which can be accessed through the Assist.org tool. This tool will provide detailed identification of which Chaffey College courses can be applied towards both general education and major course requirements at Cal Poly Pomona.

How you select your classes will depend on what major you're planning to transfer into. Certain majors will have very specific pre-requisite courses, so it's crucial to take those during your time at Chaffey. I must also stress the importance of maintaining a high GPA, especially in your important transfer and major-related courses, as competitive programs will look closely at those grades.

One strategic tip is to balance your schedule between major-related courses and general education courses each semester. This approach prevents you from taking too many challenging courses at once, which might negatively affect your overall GPA. It can also ensure you complete all necessary requirements upon transferring.

Additionally, since you're planning to attend Cal Poly Pomona, it may be advantageous to meet with an advisor at your community college who is familiar with transfer processes and can provide guidance based on your individual circumstances. They could give you specific advice based on your intended major and your academic history. Also, get in touch with the admissions office at Cal Poly Pomona to clarify any doubts or questions you have about transferring.

Remember, your mission while at Chaffey College is not only to make sure that you're taking courses that will transfer, but also that you're excelling in these courses, and they are leading you on the best path towards your intended major. Best of luck!