UC Information

Disclaimer: The following information is subject to change. It is important that students see a counselor every semester to keep up with any possible admissions changes!

Go to UC Transfer Website for most up to date information

• Complete 60 UC transferable units 
• Earn a 2.4 GPA in all UC transferable courses
• Complete the require 7 course pattern with a grade of C or better in each course:
  • 1. ENGL M01A/H
  • 2. COMM M25; ENGL M01B/H, M01CH; PHIL M05
  • 3. CS M155; MATH M05, M07, M11, M12, M15;H, M16A, M16B, M21, M25A/H, M25B, M25C, M31, M35
  • 4-7 FOUR courses chosen from at least 2 of the following areas:
    • Arts & Humanities (IGETC Area 3)
    • Social & Behavioral Sciences (IGETC Area 4)
    • Physical & Biological Sciences (IGETC Area 5)

In addition, many of the campuses screen for completion of major preparation as part of the admission process. The university will accept a maximum of 70 UC transferable semester units from the community college.

While eligible students can be admitted to any campus of UC, Moorpark College has a Transfer Admissions Guarantee program that has special transfer admission agreements with several UC Campuses. For more information, visit the TAG website.

• UC Application
• UC Application Tips
• FAQ for Undocumented Students Applying to UC

The Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) guarantees admissions to one of six UC campuses (Davis, Irvine, Merced, Riverside, Santa Barbara, or Santa Cruz) if you meet their admissions criteria. Follow the four steps below and secure your UC TAG. 

1. Choosing your campus 

2. Complete your TAG application 

Use our Transfer Admission Planner to fill out your TAG application. If you have a community college counselor, review it with them. Don’t worry if you don’t—we have our own UC TAG advisors who can help you out. You’ll need to submit by September 30th for the fall term, or May 31st for the winter/spring term. Remember, if you miss the TAG deadline, you can still apply to UC during the regular application period (October 1–November 30).
 

3. Fulfill all your requirements

Once your application’s submitted, you’ll need to complete all your remaining coursework, and hit the GPA requirements in your TAG agreement.
 

4. Submit your UC application

When you’re on track for all of the above, fill out the application for admission to UC. Make sure you submit your application between October 1–November 30 for the fall term and between July 1-31 for the winter/spring term. 

Campus events for admitted students

Admitted students will have a range of options to engage with campuses this spring. Campuses are planning multiple events in April and May. Events may include, but are not limited to, presentations on financial aid and scholarships, choosing a major, student organizations, support resources and housing. 

Unless otherwise linked, further event information and registration details can be found in the host campus’ applicant portal. 

Events denoted with an asterisk (*) are also open to prospective students. 

UC Berkeley 

• First-year & transfer: Cal Week (virtual), April 22–26
• Transfer: Golden Bear Welcome, May 4

UC Davis

• Transfer: Aggie Day, May 18

UC Irvine 

• First-year & transfer: Celebrate UCI, April 20

UCLA 

• Transfer: Bruin Day, May 11

UC Merced

• Transfer: Transfer Days, May 18

UC Riverside

• Transfer: Highlander Day*, May 4

UC San Diego 

• First-year & transfer: Triton Days Open House, April 13
• Transfer: Virtual Triton Days, May 1–2
• Transfer: Transfer Celebration, May 3 and 17

UC Santa Barbara

• First-year & transfer: Open House*, April 13
• First-year & transfer: Virtual Open House*, April 15–19
• Transfer: Gaucho Transfer Friday, May 10

UC Santa Cruz

• Transfer: Banana Slug Day, May 11 — More information available soon!

UC Berkeley is offering virtual presentations and moved their traditional Cal Day open house to Cal Week virtual sessions. Students and guests who missed Cal Week can sign up to view content. 

When you become a Golden Bear, you connect with a long tradition of academic excellence and community pride!

This fall, we invite you to join us to discover yourself as you discover Berkeley. You’ll learn about the admission process for transfer applicants, explore our academic programs, engage with the student community, and more--all from the comfort of your own home. 

Discover Berkeley

Program Description:

Starting Point Mentorship Program (SPMP) at UC Berkeley connects community college students with current Berkeley transfer students of similar majors, backgrounds, and/or community colleges. Mentors provide informational support in the navigating the application process to UC Berkeley, along with imparting insight about the transfer student experience at UC Berkeley. Mentorship can be partaken remotely.

Spring 2024 Requirements:

·  You must be enrolled in a California Community College in Spring 2024

·  You agree to complete the mentee questionnaire and sign the mentee agreement 

Starting Point Mentorship Program Spring 2024 Mentee Application 

For more information, please visit: transfers.berkeley.edu/startingpoint

UC Berkeley's College of Environmental Design Admissions Ambassadors would like to invite you to join us for our virtual and IN-PERSON prospective student outreach! We are a college-sponsored, student-led organization designed to share information on CED's academic programs and offerings with prospective freshmen and transfer students!

Building Tours!

We will be hosting small group in-person Bauer Wurster building tours! This is a great way to explore your academic interests and see student work first hand! Small group tour requests must be made at least two weeks in advance; RSVP at tinyurl.com/CEDBuild22.

Prospective transfer students:

Transfer Admissions Advising with a CED Advisor (Virtual)--> SIGN-UP at ced-transfer-advising.youcanbook.me

If you would like to only receive information via email or have questions, please  email cedambassadors@berkeley.edu. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/CED-Ambassadors 

CC Webinar Heading

UC Berkeley’s College of Engineering, the nation’s highest-ranked public engineering program, is excited to introduce a series of webinars for prospective transfer students. Please share widely with your colleagues and students within the California Community College system. Registration is limited, so sign up today!

More information and updates available at engineering.berkeley.edu/cc

Please contact Nicole McIntyre, Associate Director of Transfer Programs, with questions and accommodation requests.

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Nicole McIntyre, M.A. (she/they)

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Events for Future Aggies

Whoever you are, wherever you are, we are here for you. Attend one of our virtual events to learn more about campus life, the admission process and how you can become part of our Aggie family!

UC Application and PIQ Overview for Transfer Students
09/28/2023 05:00 PM Pacific Time
Online Event

Ask Us Anything about PIQs
10/11/2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time
Online Event

Ask Us Anything about the UC Application
10/25/2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time
Online Event

Ask US Anything about PIQs
11/08/2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time
Online Event

Deconstruct Financial Aid for Transfer Students
11/09/2023 05:00 PM Pacific Time
Online Event

Ask Us Anything!
11/29/2023 07:00 PM Pacific Time
Online Event

End of Fall Semester Check List (TAU) for Transfer Applicants
12/14/2023 05:00 PM Pacific Time
Online Even

UC Davis Virtual Spring Break Road Trip
2024 Virtual Spring Break: Virtual Medical School Road Trip
Monday, March 25th - Thursday, March 28th

Register today and stay connected.

We will virtually visit medical schools from across the nation from March 25th - 28th! This will be an opportunity to explore new schools and connect with medical school admissions representatives. Current college students and graduates are invited, including non-UC Davis students and alumni! All sessions will be hosted via Zoom and an admissions representative should always be available to answer questions. Virtual sessions will typically be in a 1 hour time slot. Session formats could be:

• Admissions presentation

• Mock lecture/problem based learning discussion

• Q&A with Current Students

We highly encourage registering as soon as possible to stay connected on all updates and resources. Zoom links will only be sent to those who register. Program with final schedule and session descriptions will be available closer to the event.
 

Have questions? Add them during registration!  

Register today, access updates, and prepare early: https://hpa.ucdavis.edu/SpringBreakTrip

The UCI Transfer Outreach team is now offering one-on-one, virtual “Counselor of the Day” (COD) student advising appointments . These are 30 minute sessions with a transfer admissions counselor for CCC transfer students. Students can sign up for these sessions themselves Aand will be asked to create a TAP account in order to assist in the advising process.

To view and register for any of our virtual events please visit: https://www.admissions.uci.edu/discover/virtual-events/index.php

• Fall Virtual Appointments:
  • Are for CCC students only and they must fill out TAP
  • https://apply.admissions.uci.edu/portal/transfervirtualadvising
• Prospective students can follow us on Instagram @ucitransferadmissions for IG Live sessions throughout the Fall.
• Online Publications:
  • Due to the ongoing paper shortage, we will be limited in the number of copies we bring to fairs. Therefore, please feel free to share our link to online publications with students when advising.

We are the D.R.E.A.M. Center Outreach team at the University of California, Irvine, dedicated to extending a welcoming hand to prospective and current students impacted by immigration. Our team comprises Luis, Injin, and Daniela, united by the common goal of ensuring that every student, regardless of background, feels supported and empowered at UCI.

We aim to connect with community college students who are considering UCI or have already been accepted, introducing them to the wealth of resources available at our institution. We believe in fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive and find solidarity among peers who share similar journeys.

"Celebrate UCI," a day dedicated to celebrating the achievements of our new undocumented incoming class at the University of California, Irvine.

Date: April 20th, 2024

Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: Aldrich Park

This event promises to be an incredible opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate the accomplishments of our students. From 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, join us in Aldrich Park for an engaging series of activities, including boothing, where you can learn more about the vibrant life and opportunities at UCI.

Following the festivities in Aldrich Park, we invite you to continue the celebration at the RISE Suite at 2:00 PM. This reception will feature a special "Get to know the DREAM Center" information session, hosted by our dedicated DREAM Center Outreach team. Learn more about the resources and support available to undocumented students at UCI, and discover how we're fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for the members of our community. This would be especially helpful for students impacted by immigration as our DREAM Center aims to help their educational and professional careers.

At this event, the UCI DREAM Center will launch and announce a new Meal Plan Scholarship during Celebrate UCI for incoming freshman and transfer students!!!! 

At UCI, we believe in the power of inclusivity and celebration. Whether you're a student, faculty member, staff, or community member, your presence at Celebrate UCI will make the day even more special.

Here is the RSVP link for Admitted students:

https://admissions.uci.edu/admitted/celebrate.php

Attached below is the RSVP link for Celebrate UCI Undocumented Student Welcome

Celebrate UCI Undocumented Student Welcome

Please mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and celebration.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Student Transfer Outreach and Mentor Program (STOMP)

Are you enrolled at a California community college? If so, keep reading to learn about STOMP. Our goal is to connect you with services and people that will inspire you to become a Bruin.

STOMP is a volunteer based, transfer student organization, that will help you achieve your university goals.

Many of our volunteers are transfer students, so they can relate with your experience and offer valuable insights. Volunteers play leading roles in our virtual and in-person opportunities, including the annual UCLA STOMP conference.

Student Transfer Outreach and Mentor Program (STOMP)
2385 Wooden Center

Phone: (310) 206-8118
Email: stomp@admission.ucla.edu

Supervisor Information:
Diana Elizabeth Torres: dtorres@admission.ucla.edu

Dayana Rivas: drivas@admission.ucla.edu 

Transfer Applicants

Welcome! We’re excited that you’re interested in becoming a Bruin. This page will take you through the basics and lead you to the detailed information you need.

Beginning Your Application

You may apply for admission as a transfer if you meet the following criteria:   

• You graduated from high school and completed college-level coursework in a regular session at any college or university since your graduation.

Note: You cannot disregard your college record and apply as a freshman. We do not accept applications from students seeking second baccalaureate degrees.

To begin the application process, use the University of California's online application (UC Application).

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Admission Considerations and Requirements

When it comes to reviewing transfer applicants, we carefully balance consideration of the full range of faculty-approved criteria to gain a complete sense of each student’s achievements. Some factors are more easily quantifiable than others.

Good preparation and a strong academic performance make you a more competitive candidate during the admission review process. The average GPA of admitted transfer students is above 3.5 and admitted students have completed most or all major prep courses. We give highest priority to applicants from California community colleges. We admit students for fall quarter only.

We consider the following criteria:

Academic Requirements

• Junior-level standing (60 semester or 90 quarter transferable units completed) by the end of the spring term before you transfer
• UC transferable GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Completion of major preparation requirements by end of spring prior to transfer
• Completion of the following course requirements by spring prior to transfer:
  • Two transferable courses in: English composition, critical thinking and writing
  • One transferable math course with a prerequisite of intermediate algebra or higher
  • Four transferable college courses in at least two of the following subject areas: arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, physical and biological sciences

Personal Factors

Examples include, but are not limited to the following:

• Employment while attending school
• Involvement in campus organizations and community service
• Family responsibilities
• Significant improvement in academic performance over time
• Military service
• Other opportunities or challenges that may have shaped your educational experience

Learn more about transfer requirements

Blue, Gold & Black Podcast
Dominique Beale, community engagement and outreach admissions recruiter and podcast host, talks with UCR students, campus leaders, and community partners to explore the intersection of being Black and a being a UCR Highlander.

Virtual Events
Explore life at UCR with upcoming events, college fairs, and virtual meetings for out-of-state and international students.

Undergraduate Admissions Brochure
Get an at-your-fingertips overview of UCR — perfect for you, your students, and their families!

Explore a full range of virtual tour options:

One-hour webinars hosted by student ambassadors

Virtual group sessions for 5+ students

360-degree virtual tours of labs, lecture halls, housing, and more

The Student Disability Resource Center at UC Riverside will be offering virtual and in-person opportunities for students transferring to UCR for 2024-25 or considering transferring in the future. These info sessions are scheduled from April to July. The sessions will provide an overview of UCR SDRC services, what new transfer students should expect at UCR, and how to prepare for coming to UCR. There will be an opportunity for Q & A.

Incoming transfer students are strongly encouraged to sign up and participate in one of two Highlander Day events. The SDRC will be holding in-person information sessions and tabling at these events, happening April 13 and May 4.

SDRC will also be holding virtual information sessions for Transfer Students, via Zoom on:

• May 7
• June 24
• July 10

RSVP is required to participate. Zoom link to the requested session will be provided upon registration. 

This Admissions Info Session video goes in depth on both admissions requirements as well as life at UC San Diego. 

Learn more about different aspects to UC San Diego (like our majors and college system) on our website.

Contact UC San Diego 

Follow UCSD on Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube) for insights into UC San Diego.

Triton Transfer Hub

Your Triton Transfer Hub team is ready to support you at UCSD! Our space has:

Study space

Community building opportunities

Free printing

Snacks and coffee (dependent on Covid-19 restrictions)

Triton Transfer Storytellers Gallery winning designs on display!

Your peer coaches ready to support

Wellness Hours (w/ the Zone)

Transfer Learning Strategist (w/ the Achievement Hub)

Other social, professional and academic events!

Whether you have a question big or small, or simply don't know where to start, we're here for you! Drop by the Triton Transfer Hub!

UCSB web-based opportunities with students. There are two ways students can connect with UCSB: virtual transfer appointments or webinars. 

#1: Virtual Transfer Appointments
Planning to transfer to UCSB? Register for a 15 minute transfer admission advising session. Review of transfer eligibility, UCSB TAG, major preparation, the UC application, and more are available.  Click here to make an appointment!

#2: Transfer Webinars
UCSB offers a variety of webinars for prospective transfer students and/or counselors. Students can check the Webinars & Online Events page for times and to register.

• UC TAP and UCSB TAG Webinar
• Major-Specific Webinars: Biological Sciences, Economics and College of Engineering
• UC Application Webinar

The University of California Santa Barbara Transfer Prep Program aims to prepare high school seniors and community college students to transfer to the University of California. We offer two programs, Transfer Making It Happen and the Transfer Preparation Academy. We also offer various transfer webinars and virtual advising opportunities throughout the year.

Click here to learn more about the Transfer Prep Program!!

UCSB has created some Transfer Student Videos to help student gain more information about UCSB and important things you should know as a transfer student!

Videos for Transfer Students thinking about UCSB!

Distance is not a factor.  Connect with UC Santa Cruz Admissions Rep virtually!

Have questions on admissions qualifications, major-specific screening criteria, Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG), housing, or student life?  We are here to help!  Please schedule a virtual appointment with Sandra Ponce.

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The campus rests among redwood forests on former ranchlands above the city of Santa Cruz and the Pacific Ocean—both of which provide opportunities for study, research, and recreation.

We invite you to find your voice at UC Santa Cruz—which is not just a place, but a community of learning that spans the globe.