I'm planning to attend a community college in LA and then transfer. Can anyone recommend some of the top community colleges in the area known for their transfer programs?
Several community colleges in Los Angeles are known for their solid transfer programs, depending of course on what you're planning on studying:
1. Santa Monica College: Santa Monica College (SMC) is excellent for students hoping to transfer to UC and Cal State schools, as they have transfer agreements with the UC system and offer many honors courses. SMC offers more than 80 fields of study, and they have a high transfer rate to UCs.
2. Pasadena City College: Pasadena City College is another strong option, with its Pathways program designed to help students successfully transfer. They offer transfer admission guarantees (TAG) with six UC campuses and have numerous partnerships with 4-year colleges and universities.
3. Los Angeles City College (LACC): LACC has an extensive selection of associate degree programs. Their Transfer Alliance/Honors Program provides guaranteed priority consideration for admission to colleges in the UC system.
4. Glendale Community College: This college offers "Transfer Admission Guarantees" (TAGs) with six UC campuses. Their dedicated Transfer Center provides comprehensive support material and counseling helping students to navigate the transfer process.
When considering which community college to attend, though, it’s a good idea to look at factors beyond the transfer rate such as specific programs, class sizes, and availability of resources. You should reach out to the transfer centers of these colleges for more detailed information about the resources they offer to students looking to transfer, and to understand their specific transfer rates.
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