If I'm planning to transfer from Fresno City College to another school, how many units do I need to complete first? Any advice on how to choose these units wisely to fit transfer goals?
For a seamless transfer experience from Fresno City College, it's generally recommended that you earn at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units before considering a transfer. The majority of these units would ideally be made up of general education courses and prerequisite courses for your intended major at your target transfer university.
When choosing your units, strategically align them with the curriculum requirements of your future school and major. This strategy will maximize the number of credits that transfer over and will keep you on track for your degree completion timeline. Fresno City College offers many associate degrees and certificate programs that align with popular transfer majors. Aim to satisfy all the lower division/general education requirements with the courses you choose, so all you have left to complete at the 4-year institution are your major and upper-division courses.
Another good measure is to meet with a counselor or explore their Transfer Center resources, which are designed to help streamline the transfer process. They might also connect you with resources like Assist.org (for transfers to UC or CSU schools), which provides detailed, school-specific transfer information.
Remember, while these are standard guidelines, transfer unit requisites can vary based on the specific four-year college or university you are planning to attend. So always cross-reference information with your target schools.
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