What is Irvine Valley College's transfer guarantee?

I heard about some kind of transfer guarantee program at Irvine Valley College, but I'm not sure what it entails. Can someone explain how it works and what schools are involved? Success stories would be great too!

Sure, I can help with that! Irvine Valley College has a program they call the "Transfer Admissions Guarantee" or TAG, which ensures eligible students admission to several four-year universities in California. Through this program, students can secure a transfer admission to one of six participating University of California (UC) campuses (UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Merced, UC Riverside, UC Santa Barbara, and UC Santa Cruz) as well as a number of Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs).

The process usually requires students to complete a specific set of courses and maintain a certain GPA, among other requirements. It's also important to keep an eye on application deadlines, as they can possibly differ from general admissions deadlines. Each participating school has its own set of specific TAG criteria, so it's crucial that students not only familiarize themselves with these requirements but also remain in close contact with the counseling department to ensure they meet the necessary criteria.

TAG programs typically require students to complete 60 transferable units before transferring, often with a minimum GPA (usually around 2.8 or 3.2, depending on the university). Remember that not every major is available for TAG at each university, so make sure to do your research on that too. Also note, that TAGs are typically available only to California residents.

As for success stories, many students have utilized TAG programs to secure a spot at one of their dream schools. It’s a fantastic opportunity for students who are determined and disciplined to ultimately access some of the best higher-education institutions in the state, even if they might not have been competitive applicants straight out of high school.