I'm considering transferring to a UC from Sacramento City College. Can anyone outline what the transfer requirements are? I'm especially interested in any specific GPA thresholds or courses that are necessary to make this happen.
To transfer from Sacramento City College to any of the University of California (UC) campuses, you'll need to meet a few specific requirements.
First, you need to have at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units of UC-transferable credit. You need to have these units in by the end of the spring term before the fall you are transferring. Keep in mind that only the grades you earn by the end of the summer term the year before you transfer will impact your UC GPA and eligibility for admission.
Second, you need to have at least a 2.4 GPA in your UC-transferable courses (2.8 if you're a non-resident). However, to be competitive for admission, particularly at the more selective UC campuses like UCLA and Berkeley, you'll likely need a higher GPA.
Third, you need to complete 7-course pattern requirements, which consist of two courses in English composition, one course in mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning, and four courses from at least two of the following subject areas: arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and physical and biological sciences.
Fourth, if you're applying for a specific major, you'll need to complete the prerequisite courses for that major. Each UC and each major within each UC has different prerequisites, so you will need to know what they are.
And lastly, you need to be in good academic standing at Sacramento City College, and every other college you have attended. Be sure to also strategize about which UC campus and which specific program or major you are interested in, as different ones might have slightly different requirements.
It's also important to remember to submit your application during the filing period of November next year, as UCs usually don't accept late applications.
Hope this helps, best of luck with your transfer journey!
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