How do community college courses transfer to UCLA for math?

I'm planning to start my college journey at a community college and aim to transfer to UCLA for a math major. How does the transfer process work, especially for math courses? Are there specific requirements I should be aware of?

The transfer process from a community college to UCLA, or any university, is a common and well-supported path. You'll need to ensure you meet all the general UC transfer admission requirements and apply to UCLA in your desired major.

For math, in particular, there are specific IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum) courses that you'll need to complete prior to transferring to fulfill UCLA's general education requirements. You will also need to finish prerequisite courses for a math major. Typically, those include three semesters of calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations, amongst others.

It's really crucial to work closely with your community college advisor and to use the ASSIST website which shows how course credits transfer between California community colleges and UCs. This tool can help you decide which classes to take that will be credited towards your math major at UCLA.

UCLA also has a Mathematics Departmental Honors Program available by invitation to top students in the junior/senior year. If you're considering graduate studies in math, you might want to ask about this when you meet with your UCLA advisor.

Remember, UCLA values a well-rounded applicant. So, while your math prerequisites and major requirements are very important, make sure you also get involved in extracurricular activities that demonstrate leadership or your passion for your field. Taking on tutoring or assistant teaching roles for math could be beneficial.

Overall, starting at a community college is a good way to cut costs and can provide a smoother transition into college-level work. As long as you plan accordingly and do well, transferring into UCLA for math is entirely achievable.