Is there a guaranteed transfer option at Saddleback College?

I've heard some colleges offer guaranteed transfer programs. Does Saddleback College have something like this? If so, what do I need to do to qualify? Looking for detailed info here.

Saddleback College, like many community colleges in California, is part of the California Community Colleges (CCC) system, and as such, they do participate in several Articulation Agreements and transfer guarantee programs. These agreements ensure that certain course credits earned at Saddleback College will be recognized and accepted by the four-year institutions in the agreement, giving you a clear path for transfer.

Here are a few of the programs you might be interested in:

1. University of California Transfer Admission Guarantee (UC TAG) - Saddleback students can participate in UC TAG, which covers six UC campuses: Davis, Irvine, Merced, Riverside, Santa Barbara, and Santa Cruz. To be eligible, you usually need to complete 30 UC-transferable units by the end of spring term prior to transferring, maintain a certain GPA (varies by school, but often around 3.2), and complete required major prerequisites.

2. California State University Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) - This program guarantees admission to a California State University (CSU) campus for students who complete an Associate Degree for Transfer, with junior standing. Eligibility typically involves completing an approved Associate Degree for Transfer degree (AA-T or AS-T), and meeting any individual CSU campus admission requirements or supplemental criteria.

3. Articulation Agreements - Saddleback College has myriad of articulation agreements with private and out-of-state colleges as well. For example, agreements with Arizona State University or Chapman University indicate what classes you should take in order to transfer in specific majors. You need to consult these on a case-by-case basis depending on your targeted transfer institution.

I would recommend meeting with a counselor at Saddleback who can provide guidance on each pathway's specific requirements and help you make a plan that suits your goals. Do remember that beyond completing your general education and major requirements, maintaining a good academic standing is crucial.

Finally, it's important to note that while these programs can provide a clear path to transfer, they don't guarantee admission to competitive majors or campuses. So, you'll still want to work hard to make your application as strong as possible beyond just fulfilling the minimum requirements.