Do community college credits transfer to Cal Poly?

I'm starting at a community college with the hope of transferring to Cal Poly. Does anyone know if there's a straightforward process for transferring credits, or any specific courses I should pay attention to?

Yes, community college credits can typically be transferred to Cal Poly, but the transferability of specific courses can depend on several factors, including course content and grade earned.

Cal Poly has a system in place to evaluate the transferability of college-level coursework from regionally accredited institutions. You can use this tool called ASSIST to check the transferability of courses from California community colleges to Cal Poly, or any other public institution in California. ASSIST is an online resource that shows how course credits from one public California college or university can be applied when transferred to another.

Most importantly, you'll want to ensure that you're successfully completing the courses that correspond with the requirements for the major you're interested in at Cal Poly. As for the GEs, the CSU system, which includes Cal Poly, has standardized GE requirements known as the Golden Four (Oral Communication, Written Communication, Critical Thinking, and Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning) that all California community colleges adhere to.

Transferring credits is typically a straightforward process, but it is encouraged to meet regularly with a counselor at your community college, who will help you stay on track with your academic plan, and with the admissions office at Cal Poly to double-check any details or changes. Meeting with these advisers can help ensure the path you're following is the most efficient and effective for your educational goals.