Looking to transfer from Ventura College to a CSU. Can anyone share what the transfer requirements are? I’d love to hear about any must-take courses or GPA requirements.
To transfer from Ventura College to a Cal State University (CSU), you generally need to meet the following criteria:
1. 60 CSU-transferable semester credits (90 quarter units): These should include general education courses and lower-division courses in your intended major.
2. GPA: You have a CSU transferable GPA. The minimum qualifying GPA depends on the specific CSU campus you're considering and the program you're applying to, but it's generally at least a 2.0 for California residents and 2.4 for out-of-state residents. However, depending on the competitiveness of the specific CSU campus and major, it's beneficial to aim for a higher GPA.
3. Required Coursework: You'll need to complete the "Golden Four" with grades of C- or better. They include: A1. Oral Communication (a public speaking course), A2. Written Communication (a college-level English course), A3. Critical Thinking (a course in logic, philosophy, or debate), B4. Quantitative Reasoning (a college-level math course).
4. Lower-Division Major Preparation: Depending on your intended major, there may be additional coursework that's strongly recommended or required. If you're undecided about your major, it's a good idea to fulfill prerequisites for several potential majors.
5. General Education Breadth Requirements: This includes courses in different academic areas to provide a well-rounded foundation. You can follow the CSU GE Breadth pattern to meet CSU's lower-division GE requirements.
To get more in-depth information about course equivalency and transferring credits, you can use assist.org, which is California’s official statewide database for course articulation.
Keep in mind that each CSU campus may have its own specific requirements, so it's vital to look at the transfer admission criteria for your intended campuses. It could be beneficial to speak with a transfer advisor at Ventura to ensure you're on the right path.
Lastly, it's important to submit your applications for transfer admission by the deadlines, typically in the fall of the year prior to the year you want to transfer.
Best of luck with your transfer process!
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