How does the CSU transcript transfer process work from Skyline College?

I'm attending Skyline College and planning to transfer to a California State University. Can anyone explain how the transcript transfer process works? Are there specific steps or deadlines I need to be aware of?

Transferring your transcript from Skyline College to a California State University (CSU) typically involves the following steps:

1. Request Your Transcript: Usually, you'll start by submitting an official transcript request to Skyline College. This request can often be made online through the student portal, or you might have to fill out a request form and submit it in person or via mail. Some colleges may also have an electronic transcript service that sends your transcript directly to CSU.

2. Pay Transcript Fee: There might be a small fee involved for processing and sending your transcripts, but the amount varies from institution to institution, and at some there might be no fee.

3. Specify Your Destination: In your transcript request, you ensure to specify that you want your transcript to be sent to the specific CSU to which you are applying or transferring.

4. Verification: Once the request has been submitted, the college will prepare your transcript, which includes verifying your grades and any degrees or certificates earned.

5. Delivery: Your transcript will then be sent to CSU either electronically or through the mail, depending on the system Skyline uses.

As for deadlines, your transcript will usually need to be sent with your main application, so make sure you're aware of the deadlines at the schools you're considering. You want to request your transcript well in advance of that deadline, however, as requests can take some time to process, and without a transcript, your application will be considered incomplete.

Once you receive your admissions notifications and choose a specific CSU to transfer to, you will also need to send a final transcript from Skyline College, so that the CSU can evaluate your coursework for transfer credit. Again, make this request as early as possible, as determining transfer credit can be a nuanced process and you want to make sure any uncertainties are cleared up before you start class.

The exact process can vary by institution, so you'll want to check with both Skyline College and your prospective CSU campus for the most accurate information regarding the transfer process and the relevant deadlines. Hopefully, this initial overview is helpful!