Going from Santa Ana College to Cal State Fullerton

What's the transfer process like if I want to go from Santa Ana College to Cal State Fullerton? Are there specific courses or GPA requirements I should be aware of?

The transfer process from Santa Ana College to Cal State Fullerton typically involves following a set plan of coursework and having a competitive GPA to make yourself viable for admission.

Cal State Fullerton has a resource called the Titan Degree Audit (TDA) where you can see which of your existing credits will transfer and what additional credits you'll need to fulfill your intended major's requirements. For certain majors, there can be specific prerequisite courses required that you'd ideally complete before transfer.

In terms of GPA, Cal State Fullerton requires a minimum 2.0 GPA for California residents, but some majors are impacted and have higher GPA requirements due to the large numbers of applicants. Remember, meeting the minimum GPA does not guarantee admission, so strive to maintain as high a GPA as possible to increase your chances.

Also, having completed 60 semester units before your intended transfer date can ensure junior standing at Cal State Fullerton. Of those 60 units, at least 30 must be in general education, and must include specific courses in English, speech, critical thinking, and math or quantitative reasoning.

Lastly, it's definitely worth chatting with an advisor either at Santa Ana College or at Cal State Fullerton to confirm that you're on the right track for successfully transferring. They can provide guidance tailored to your specific situation and goals. A visit to the transfer center at Santa Ana College would be a good first step.

Just remember to be mindful of application deadlines for Cal State Fullerton, generally, you would apply the year before you plan to transfer. Pay attention to the Cal State Application website to stay updated on deadlines and other essential information.