What should I know about the transfer agreement at Los Angeles City College?

I'm considering transferring from Los Angeles City College and heard there's a specific agreement in place. Does anyone have details on what's included in this agreement and how it might benefit me?

Los Angeles City College (LACC) has transfer agreements with several institutions, known as Articulation Agreements. These specify how certain courses taken at LACC will be recognized for credit at the receiving college. The specifics vary by institution, but these agreements can certainly make your transfer process smoother.

These agreements come in particularly handy for students intending to transfer to a California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) campus. LACC participates in the Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) program, whereby you can earn an associate degree and then transfer to a CSU to pursue a bachelor's degree. The ADT guarantees admission to a CSU, though not necessarily to the campus or program of your choosing.

If you're looking to transfer to a UC, there's also the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) program, which offers guaranteed admission to one of six UC campuses for students meeting specific requirements.

Note that transfer agreements often have specific eligibility requirements, including maintaining a certain GPA and completing required courses, so it's important to work closely with your academic advisor to make sure you're on track. They can provide a detailed counseling service for transfer-related matters and ensure you're not missing out on any opportunity. Articulation agreements are continuously updated so make sure to keep up with the latest information.

Also keep in mind that having a robust degree plan from the start and succeeding in your courses are the most crucial elements for an effective transfer, whether there's a formal agreement in place or not.