Transferring from De Anza to San Jose State?

I'm considering starting at De Anza College and eventually transferring to San Jose State. Does anyone have experience with this transfer path? How smooth is the process, and are there specific requirements I should be aware of?

From what I understand, transferring from De Anza College to San Jose State University is pretty common and often a seamless process. De Anza belongs to the California Community Colleges System, which has a transfer agreement with state universities like San Jose State.

In terms of specifics, you'd generally need to complete 60 transferable semester units with a certain GPA to apply as an upper-division transfer student at San Jose State University. This typically includes courses in general education (GE) and your intended major.

One resource that might help you plan your classes at De Anza to align with San Jose State's requirements is the ASSIST website. This site is California's official source for transfer and articulation information, and it allows you to see which courses at De Anza correspond to requirements at San Jose State.

Additionally, De Anza likely has a transfer center with advisors that can guide you through the process, so I suggest making an appointment there to discuss your plans and make sure you're on track.

However, transfer requirements can vary depending on the specific major you're interested in, and some programs may have additional prerequisites or minimum GPA requirements, so it's important to verify this information.

Remember also that San Jose State, along with the other California State University schools, is test-blind for the 2024-2025 application cycle, meaning they will not consider SAT or ACT scores in the admissions process. So your transfer GPA and major preparation will likely be the most significant factors in your application.

Good luck with your college journey!