Managing Transfer Units from Foothill College

I'm worried about how my units from Foothill College will transfer to a four-year university. How can I make sure the credits I earn will be accepted? Does anyone have experience navigating this?

Responding to your concern, it's common for students to worry about how their credits will transfer as they plan their journey from a community college to a four-year institution. Rest assured, the process can be straightforward with the correct guidance.

One resource you should lean on is your academic advisor. Depending on your targeted four-year university or universities, your advisor can guide you on selecting the courses which will meet the requirements of the institution you ultimately want to attend, and that will increase the likelihood your credits are accepted.

The second method to ensure your credits will transfer is to utilize assist.org if you're planning to transfer to California public universities (UC or CSU). This online system provides comprehensive information on the articulation between community colleges and UCs/CSUs. Besides, if you're planning to transfer out of California, you may want to check if the colleges you're interested in have an articulation agreement with Foothill College, which will tell you exactly how the credits from your classes will transfer.

Another option is to take part in a program like TAG (Transfer Admission Guarantee). Several UC campuses participate in TAG, guaranteeing junior-level transfer admission from California community colleges. It provides a map for you, ensuring the classes you're taking will be applicable to your intended four-year program.

Remember, each four-year college or university dictates its transfer credit policy. It is important to keep your ultimate transfer goals in mind each step of the way, and conduct thorough research regarding various universities' transfer policies. This way, you'll have a better understanding of how to make each credit count.