I'm interested in attending Long Beach City College, with plans to transfer later. Can anyone tell me what the transfer success rate is like for students from LBCC to four-year schools?
As per the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office, Long Beach City College had a transfer rate of around 16% for the 2017-2018 academic year. This percentage is calculated based on how many students went on to transfer to a four-year college, usually a Cal State or UC school, within 6 years of entering LBCC.
However, the transfer rate is just one part of the picture. It's also important to look at the resources available to transfer students, the transfer agreements LBCC has with four-year colleges, and the support provided by academic advisors. LBCC especially has some strong programs for transfer students, such as the Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) program which provides guaranteed admission, with junior standing, to the Cal State system upon completion.
The resourcefulness of the student also plays a role in successful transfers. Being proactive about seeking available resources, doing well academically, researching transfer options in advance, and being diligent about meeting transfer requirements are all vital to ensuring a successful transfer from a community college to a four-year institution.
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