I'm planning to transfer from Cypress College to CSU. Can someone break down the specific requirements I need to meet for a smooth transition? I'm looking for info on GPA, courses, or anything else crucial.
To transfer from Cypress College to a California State University (CSU) institution, there are indeed some key requirements you have to keep in mind:
1. Completion of Required Units: You'll need a minimum of 60 transferable semester units (90 quarter units).
2. Grade Point Average (GPA): With some variation between specific CSU campuses and programs, the bare minimum GPA required for transfer is typically 2.0 for California residents and 2.4 for non-residents. However, you'll often need a higher GPA to be a competitive applicant.
3. General Education Coursework: Before you transfer, it's recommended that you complete the CSU General Education Breadth Requirements or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) to ensure that you've fulfilled your lower-division general education requirements.
4. Golden Four Requirement: This is a particular set of courses that must be completed with a grade of C or better. These include:
- Oral Communication (Speech)
- Written Communication (English Composition)
- Critical Thinking (Logical Analysis, Argument, and Research)
- Mathematics
5. Major Prerequisite Courses: Each major can have specific lower-division prerequisite courses. It’s crucial to complete as many of these as possible before you transfer.
6. Residency Requirement: If you're a California resident for tuition purposes, you must have been a resident for more than one year before the application deadline.
Please note that the transfer admission process can change from one academic year to another, so it's crucial to stay in contact with a Cypress College counselor and keep an eye on the CSU admissions website for the most accurate information.
To sum it up, the simple fact is that it's not just about the GPA - fulfilling certain general education courses, and specific prerequisites, and the Golden Four Requirement plays a significant role as well. Good luck with your transfer!
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