Can anyone provide information on the transfer rate from Pasadena Community College to four-year universities? I'm curious about the success rate and which schools most students end up attending.
Indeed, Pasadena City College (PCC) is known for its robust transfer programs, with many students successfully transferring to four-year institutions each year. While the specific transfer rate can vary year to year, according to recent data, over 2,000 students (out of approximately 30,000 total) transferred from PCC to a four-year institution, which puts the transfer rate around 7%.
In terms of the universities that most PCC students transfer to, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) are among the top. Additionally, students have found success transferring to University of Southern California (USC) and other UC schools. Lastly, many PCC students elect to stay within the California State University (CSU) system, transferring to strong schools like CSU Long Beach and CSU Northridge.
Remember, your transfer success will depend on a variety of factors including your academic performance at PCC, your chosen major, and the requirements of the universities to which you're applying. It is highly recommended you work closely with a transfer counselor at PCC to assist in navigating the process.
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