Does community college GPA transfer to CSU?

I'm planning to transfer from a community college to a California State University. Will my GPA from the community college be transferred or affect my application to CSU?

Yes, your GPA from the community college will be crucial in your application to the California State University (CSU) system. Each CSU campus sets its specific admission requirements, but the cumulative GPA from all your college coursework is generally one of the key factors considered.

However, once you're admitted and start your studies at a CSU, your GPA will reset. This means that your GPA at CSU will be determined solely by the courses you take there, not the ones you've already completed at the community college.

Still, don't let this make you think your community college courses don't matter. Your grades from community college still play a critical role in your CSU admission, and strong performance there can state your commitment to academic excellence. Remember that the minimum GPA requirement for transfer applicants to CSU campuses is 2.0 for California residents and 2.4 for out-of-state or international applicants. However, more selective CSU campuses and programs may have higher requirements.