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Winter and Spring Transfer

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Most universities, including UC and CSU campuses, admit transfer students for the fall term. Some also offer winter/spring admission options, though availability will vary by campus and major. The information below is based on general CSU and UC transfer deadlines.

For private, independent, out-of-state, and HBCU transfer information, visit the respective university websites. Local private options include University of San Diego, Point Loma Nazarene University, and National University, among others.

California State University (CSU)

CSU Deadlines & Open Campuses

General Spring Transfer Timeline

Summer (the year before transfer) 

  • Apply for graduation to earn your Associate Degree or Associate Degree for Transfer by July 31 if you will be completing your requirements by the end of summer. Check the SDCCD Evaluations website.
  • Submit your CSU application through Cal State Apply between July 1- August 31. Some campuses may extend deadlines into September or beyond. Check Cal State Apply. Scroll down to "Is your campus still accepting applications?" (1.) Choose Entry Level: Upper Division >59 units; (2.) Choose Enrollment Term: Spring 2027; (3.) Select "Submit". See open campus information near the bottom of the page.

Fall (the semester before transfer) 

  • September - October: Spring Admissions Decisions Released
  • October 1: Deadline to apply for graduation if you will be earning an Associate Degree for Transfer by the end of the fall semester. Apply in your mySDCCD portal.
  • Add campuses to your financial aid application.
  • Monitor emails & university portals regularly for important admission updates.
  • Request official transcripts from all colleges attended (when requested by your transfer university).
  • Submit your Intent to Enroll and pay any fees if required.
  • Request GE Certification (if applicable) after committing to a university.

Winter – Final Steps Before Transferring

  • Order final transcripts with fall grades included as instructed by your university.
  • Submit proof of ADT or GE Certification if applicable.
  • Attend transfer orientation & prepare for your transition into the university!

University of California (UC)

July 1-31: UC Winter/Spring Application Filing Period (UC Merced, UC Santa Cruz).

View open campuses and majors below during the filing period.

UC Open Campuses & Majors

General Winter/Spring Transfer Timeline

Spring (the year before transfer)

  • May 1-31: Submit UC TAG application (if applicable; currently only available for UC Merced for spring). 

Summer (the year before transfer) 

  • June – July: Draft Personal Insight Questions (PIQs).
  • July 1-31: Submit UC application to open UC campuses
  • August: Submit UC Transfer Academic Update (TAU) reporting your summer grades and your planned fall courses.

Fall (the semester before transfer)

  • October 1: Deadline to apply for graduation if earning at Associate Degree for Transfer for the fall term. Apply in your mySDCCD portal.
  • Monitor emails & university portals regularly for important admission updates.
  • Request official transcripts only if listed in your student portal To-Do List.
  • Submit your Statement of Intent to Enroll (SIR) and pay any fees if applicable.
  • Request GE Certification (if applicable) after committing to a university.

Winter – Final Steps Before Transferring

  • Order final transcripts with fall grades included as instructed by your university.
  • Submit proof of GE Certification if applicable.
  • Attend transfer orientation & prepare for your next steps!


These are general guidelines to help you stay on track! Be sure to check your email and transfer portal regularly as dates and deadlines will vary by transfer university.


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