Transfer Resource Hub
Find resources for transfer on this page! Whether you're exploring UC, CSU, private
universities, or HBCUs, this page connects you with useful websites, scholarship information,
and other guidance to support a successful transfer journey!
2025-2026 Cal-GETC Pattern 2024-2025 CSUGE Pattern 2024-2025 IGETC Pattern
General Transfer Resources
Guide to Architecture Programs in Calfifornia
Courtesy of the MiraCosta College Transfer Center
ASSIST
ASSIST is a website that provides information about how courses from California Community
Colleges may transfer to another public universities in California. Some private colleges
also use ASSIST.
ASSIST is useful for both students and counselors in determining which courses may be required for transfer, including prep for major courses. ASSIST is best utilized when students and counselors work together to establish an appropriate path toward transfering, and in conjunction with other transfer resources.
Please work with your counselor to best determine how ASSIST might support you in transfering.
The California Virtual Campus (CVC) is an online course catalog that connects students to online classes offered at all 116 California Community Colleges. This statewide collaboration expands access to high-quality online courses, helping students stay on track and complete their educational goals more efficiently.
If your campus does not offer a course that you need, it is possible to find the course through CVC.
*Please check in with your counselor to make sure CVC courses are right for you before enrolling.
College Source Online (CSO) - Criteria Search
CollegeSource® Online is free database of 62,843 digital college catalogs, institution profiles, transcript keys, and other critical resources using our various search tools.
As a San Diego City College student you may enroll in a course at CSUSM, SDSU, UCSD through the Cross Enrollment Program.
While many students benefit from this program, we recommend that you speak with your counselor before enrolling to understand how cross-enrollment may affect your future enrollment at a four-year university.
Find out more about each program below:
(Courtesy of MiraCosta College Transfer Center)
Cal-GETC (For students entering Fall 2025 or later)
Can be used by students with catalog rights beginning Fall 2025 for transfer to CSU, UC and many private colleges & universities.
CSU General Education Breadth (CSUGE)
Can be used by students with catalog rights prior to Fall 2025.
Often used by students who want to transfer to the CSU. Check with your counselor on which pattern is right for you.
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC)
Can be used by students with catalog rights prior to Fall 2025.
Often used by students who want to transfer to both the CSU and UC. May also be used by students who want to transfer to other universities. Check with your counselor on which pattern is right for you.
Download a free GPA calculator to know your transferrable GPA.
Resources
Click Here to Compare Nursing Programs
- California Medicine Scholars Program (pre-med program offering mentorship & guidance
for community college students)
https://cmsp.ucsd.edu/ - PreMedCC
https://premedcc.org/ - American Academy of Physician Assistants
www.aapa.org - American Association of Colleges of Nurses
www.aacnnursing.org - American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy
www.aacp.org - American Occupational Therapy Association
www.aota.org - American Optometric Association
www.aoa.org - American Physical Therapy Association
www.apta.org - American Veterinary Medical Association
www.avma.org - Association of American Medical Colleges
www.aamc.org - California Board of Registered Nursing
www.rn.ca.gov
ICanGoToCollege.com is a comprehensive resource for exploring educational opportunities within the California Community Colleges system.
Students can use the website to:
- Explore Colleges & Programs: Find information on all 116 California Community Colleges and the majors they offer.
- Research Transfer Pathways: Learn about guaranteed admission programs, university partnerships, CSU/UC transfer options, and pathways to HBCU's!
- Discover Career Paths: Match educational programs with career goals.
- Understand Financial Aid: Get details on grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities to support your education.
Visit ICanGoToCollege.com for support in planning your transfer journey!
Transfer Major Explorer
See what majors are available for transfer at California public institutions of higher education! This is a tool for exploration - Please see a counselor at your community college for academic and educational planning. Created in partnership with ASSIST.
Click Here for Grants & Scholarships Information
California State University (CSU) Resources
CSU Transfer Essentials CSU Campus Directories
The CSU Transfer Planner is an online tool designed to help students track their progress toward transfer to a California State University. It allows you to explore campuses and majors, plan your coursework, and stay organized as you prepare to apply. It’s a helpful way to stay on top of transfer requirements and deadlines.
Check out the CSU Transfer Planner walkthrough courtesy of CSU Stanislaus:
CSU Transfer Success Pathway (Guarantee)
The CSU Transfer Success Pathway (TSP) is a dual admission program that offers students a guarantee of admission into the CSU campus and major of their choice as long as that campus offers the major through the TSP program. (Not all majors are offered through TSP at every college).
Through TSP, students are supported both by San Diego City College Counselors as well as the CSU campus where the TSP agreement has been signed until the student transfers.
To be eligible, students must be new students in their first semester of college, with no prior college experience (CCAP and summer courses taken immediately following high school graduation are okay). Students must meet the requirements outlined in the agreement and transfer within 3 years.
To see if you're eligible for TSP, and to sign a TSP agreement (during the enrollment period), create a CSU Transfer Planner profile, complete the questionnaire, and sign your agreement during the enrollment period of August 1 - October 31.
Need assistance signing up for TSP during the enrollment period? Sign up for one of our TSP workshops or call us at 619-388-3722 during business hours.
Additional CSU TSP Resources:
Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)
California Community Colleges and the California State University created the ADT transfer program to make it easier for community college students to transfer to a four-year university.
Students who complete an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) receive priority admission consideration, and are guaranteed to receive an admission offer at one of the CSU campuses in a similar major, though students are unable to specify which campus at the time of application.
If you enroll in an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) program at a California Community College (CCC), you can transfer to a CSU and graduate with only 120 units. There are two kinds of ADT programs: Associate in Art for Transfer (AA-T) and Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T).
To graduate from the CSU with 120 units, you will need to choose a bachelor’s program that’s similar to the one in which you earned your associate’s degree at community college.
ADT Major & Campus Search
Use this search to find a community college that has an AA-T or AS-T program you’re interested in. Start by selecting the major you’re interested in below, then choose the community college(s) near you. (You can also “select all CCCs” to see all programs across California.)
If you add “Search by CSU”, you can see which campuses have a program that’s similar to the ADT program you want to complete or have completed.
SDCCD ADTs
The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Each AA-T or AS-T is accepted by some but not all CSU campuses. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree in that major. Please see a counselor and CCC Associate Degree for Transfer Website for more information
Cal State Apply
Cal State Apply enables all CSU incoming freshman, transfer, graduate and international students to apply to multiple CSU campuses with just one easy application.
Cal State Apply Transfer Application Guide
This guide walks transfer applicants through completing most parts of the Cal State Apply application, including: preparing to apply, first steps in your application, completing the Academic History, Supporting Information, and Program Materials quadrants (quadrants 2, 3 and 4), and lastly, submitting your application.
CSU Transfer Admission Application Tutorial
CSU Application Step-by-Step Tutorial for Fall 2025 Admissions: Courtesy of San Diego State University
SDSU-SDCCD Transfer Guarantee
SDSU offers special guaranteed admission for students who attend City, Mesa and Miramar Colleges only, who meet specific requirements.
Most majors are included in the guarantee. Find out about guaranteed admission requirements, GPA's for each major, and excluded majors below:
SDSU Prospective Student Center
Prospective students at any stage of the transfer process are welcome to connect with San Diego State University (SDSU) to ask questions and get support. That’s right, San Diego City College students can access SDSU’s Prospective Student Center even before they transfer. The Center offers walk-in assistance, phone support, and virtual advising Monday-Friday.
SDSU Cross Enrollment Program
Undergraduate students enrolled in the California Community Colleges, California State University, or the University of California may enroll at one of the other two institutions via the Cross Enrollment Program without formal admission and without payment of additional State University fees.
SDSU Transfer Pathways
This website will help you determine which pathway is available for your major at SDSU (ADT, SDSU TAG, or GENERAL) Also, learn more about majors with special instructions at SDSU.
SDSU Minimum GPA Requirements
Admission consideration to the upper-division major requires a minimum cumulative GPA at the indicated level. This list is subject to change. Due to limited spaces in all majors and programs, upper-division transfer applicants exceeding the minimum GPA requirements will receive admission priority for available spaces.
SDSU Global Campus - Degree Completion Programs
SDSU Global Campus has partnered with SDSU’s academic colleges to offer a variety of degree programs designed to help you learn new skills, build your network, and take the next steps in your career.
From business and hospitality to criminal justice and public health, these for-credit degree programs are designed, developed, and delivered by the same expert faculty and instructors who teach in SDSU’s on-campus programs. SDSU Global Campus offers a combination of hybrid and fully online graduate and undergraduate degree completion programs utilizing both online and on-campus learning experiences.
Online
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
SDSU's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration online degree completion program is tailored to both full- and part-time students.
Bachelor of Arts in Communication
The B.A. in Communication online degree completion program focuses on how communication can promote civic engagement, allow for effective participation in today’s global community, strengthen relationships, and prepare for a career in a variety of fields.
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
SDSU’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Online Degree Completion Program is designed to encourage thoughtful exploration of the ways that criminal justice systems provide “justice,” or fail to do so.
The B.A. in Economics degree completion program is a fully-online undergraduate program with a curriculum at the intersection of mathematics and sociology. You’ll learn to use economics as a tool to analyze the costs and benefits of decisions, and how those decisions can affect all members of our society.
Bachelor of Science in Public Health
Finish your Public Health Degree online and prepare to develop, implement, and assess public health programs. Learn how to solve healthcare-related problems and develop programs to help promote health equity and community wellness.
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science in Child Development
The B.S. in Child Development degree completion program focuses on the biological, cognitive, and social development of young humans, and what it takes to facilitate healthy development in our communities.
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
SDSU's B.S. in Civil Engineering degree completion program will help you build the foundational knowledge you need to successfully plan, execute, and analyze many types of engineering projects.
Download your free copy of the e-book First Gen Transfer written by Transfer Counselor Lezra Chenportillo!
University of California (UC) Resources
UC Transfer Essentials UC Campus Directories
UC Transfer Admission Planner (UC TAP).
If you're planning to transfer to a UC campus, UC TAP is a free online tool that will help you track your coursework and progress toward UC requirements. It’s also required for students applying for a Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) at participating campuses.
With a UC TAP account, you’ll receive important updates from selected colleges and can make an appointment with a UC advisor for one-on-one support.
Learn about the UC application timeline, UC application requirements, how to apply, and more, at the UC Application Center.
UC Application
University of California's application for undergraduate admissions and scholarships. Nine campuses, one application. By starting your application, you're taking your first step toward the best public university system in the world.
UC Transfer Application Tutorial
UC Application Step-by-Step Tutorial courtesy of UC Santa Barbara.
UC Personal Insight Questions (PIQ) Overview
UC Personal Insight Questions (PIQ) for Transfer Applicants - PDF
UC TAG
Six University of California (UC) campuses (Davis, Irvine, Merced, Riverside, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz) offer guaranteed admission to students from all California Community Colleges (CCC). Interested students must meet campus-specific requirements to qualify for a TAG.
By participating in a TAG prgram, students can ensure their admission to a specific UC Campus. Also, students interested in pursuing the Pathways+ transfer option will use a TAG to secure their guarantee.
UC TAG Matrix
TAG Application Process
Once you arrive on campus, be sure to connect with the Transfer Centers and resources available at each UC Campus:
If you're starting out at San Diego City College and know which major you want to study but haven't decided which UC campuses to apply to, you can keep your options open and also prepare for your major at various UC campuses by following a UC Transfer Pathway if one exists for your major:
Visit UC Transfer Pathways.
UC Pathways+ Website
If you’re a California community college student interested in transferring to UC and you’ve already decided on your major, the Pathways+ program might be right for you. See if your major is one of our Transfer Pathways and take the required community college courses to prepare for your major.
Not only will you have clear guidance on what courses you need to take, but you’ll
have an opportunity for guaranteed admission if your major is part of TAG at a participating UC campus and you meet the requirements.
Students desiring to transfer to UC Berkeley may benefit from participating in the Experience Berkeley program.
Recruitment takes place each spring and is designed for students who will be transfering in the fall of the next year. Experience Berkeley is a year-long program.
Students planning to transfer in the upcoming fall semester may benefit from joining UC Berkeley's Starting Point Mentor Program. Recruitment typically takes place in the summer.
UCLA TAP
The Transfer Alliance Program is a collaboration between local community college Honors Programs and UCLA College (Letters and Science) in conjunction with Undergraduate Admissions and Relations with Schools.
Through the TAP program, students who take a series of honors courses are eligible for priority consideration for admission into UCLA for specific majors!
Find out more about the UCLA TAP Program below.
http://www.tap.ucla.edu
Have questions? Speak with your counselor.
UCSD's Minimum Major Preparation
UCSD 8 College System Overview
UCSD PATH (Preparing Accomplished Transfers to the Humanities)
PATH (Preparing Accomplished Transfers to the Humanities) is a collaborative initiative between the Division of Arts and Humanities at the University of California San Diego and the San Diego Community College District. Developed with generous grant funds from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, the program aims to build a pipeline of support for transfer students, to encourage success during their time at the university and in careers beyond.
UCSD UniversityLink
UniversityLink offers guaranteed admission to UCSD for students who meet income and other eligibility requirements. Most students must sign a ULINK agreement in their first year of college.
UCSD Cross Enrollment Program
If you are a California Community College (CCC) or California State University (CSU) undergraduate student, find out how you can enroll in individual UC San Diego courses through the Cross Enrollment Program.
Private/Independant/Out of State Resources
Many private colleges use the Common App to receive transfer student applications. However, application requirements may vary. Please visit your prospective college admissions website for more information on application procedures.
The San Diego Education Consortium (SDEC) is a non-profit partnership of regionally accredited colleges and universities in San Diego County working to promote higher education and lifelong learning to the general public and private organizations.
Member institutions may offer individual courses, certificate programs, associate, bachelor, or graduate degree programs.
Ask your counselor about SDEC Schools (SDEC Website is under construction).
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) expands students’ options by making out-of-state colleges in the western United States more affordable. Out of state tuition can be expensive. Through WUE, eligible students can receive a significant tuition discount to attend a participating university, including schools in Hawaii!
If you're interested in the WUE, you can search for programs and universities online, and view the WUE tuition rate for that campus. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Transfer Center.
Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI)
Resources
More than 200 institutions across the country are classified as an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI), a federal recognition for colleges committed to supporting AAPI and low-income students. San Diego City College is proud to be designated as an AANAPISI.
AANAPISI programs focus on increasing access, retention, and success for these student communities.
Asian Pacific Fund Scholarships
UC Native American Opportunity Plan (see University of California (UC) AANAPISI Intiative
As of 2024, all nine UC undergraduate campuses are currently Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-serving institutions: UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Irvine, UCLA, UC Merced, UC Riverside, UC San Diego, UC Santa Barbara and UC Santa Cruz.
The University of California’s Native American Opportunity Plan covers systemwide tuition and fees for California residents who are enrolled members of federally recognized Native American, American Indian, and Alaska Native tribes. The program applies to both undergraduate and graduate students.
Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Resources
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is a national educational association that represents colleges and universities committed to Hispanic Higher education success in the United States (including Puerto Rico), Latin America, and Spain. HACU has 193 member Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) located in 11 U.S. states and Puerto Rico. To be considered a Hispanic Serving Institution, the Hispanic enrollment at a college or university must be at least 25 percent of the total student enrollment.
California is home to 54 Hispanic-Serving Institutions, including San Diego City College. See www.hacu.net for details.
Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) Resources
CCC Guaranteed Admission with HBCUs
The objective of the California Community Colleges Transfer Guarantee to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Program is the development of transfer pathways that will facilitate a smooth transition for students from all of the California Community Colleges to partnered HBCUs. These pathways will simplify the transfer process and reduce students’ need to take unnecessary courses, thereby shortening the time to degree completion and saving student costs.
California Community Colleges Transfer Guarantee Pathway to HBCUs
HBCU Webinars and Upcoming Events
To start your journey with HBCU partner college, we recommend that you submit a contact form so that the CCC to HBCU Project Team can ensure you're supported throughout the process.
To apply to an HBCU Partner School, meet with your counselor to obtain the application fee waiver code and submit your application via the Black Common App.
The Hoffman Agency HBCU Scholarship accepts applications from California community college students who plan to study communications at an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities).
The scholarship covers tuition and fees for the recipient’s junior and senior years at an HBCU. The Hoffman Agency | HBCU Scholarship.
Tribal Colleges & Universities Resources
There are 35 federally recognized Tribal Colleges and Universities in the United States. Located mainly in the Midwest and Southwest, Tribal Colleges and Universities service approximately 30,000 full- and part-time students. They offer two-year associate degrees in over 200 disciplines with some providing a bachelor’s and master’s degree. They also offer 200 vocational certificate programs. See www.aihec.org for details.
Ready to Apply to Transfer?
Submit your application during the priority filing period for consideration for admission.
California State University University of California Common Application HBCU Black Common Application
Transfer Resources for Counselors
CASPER provides detailed admission, enrollment, and orientation information for all 22 CSU campuses. For the latest updates, visit individual campus websites.
Cal-GETC (For students entering Fall 2025 or later)
For students with catalog rights of 2025-2026 or later.
Students with prior catalog rights may opt to use this pattern.
CSU General Education Breadth (CSUGE)
Can be used by students with catalog rights prior to Fall 2025.
Often used by students who want to transfer to the CSU. Check with your counselor on which pattern is right for you.
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC)
Can be used by students with catalog rights prior to Fall 2025.
Often used by students who want to transfer to both the CSU and UC. May also be used by students who want to transfer to other universities. Check with your counselor on which pattern is right for you.
The Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or the Associate in Science for Transfer
(AS-T) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar
major at a CSU campus. Each AA-T or AS-T is accepted by some but not all CSU campuses.
Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept the AA-T or AS-T will be required
to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree in that
major. Please see a counselor and CCC Associate Degree for Transfer Website for more information.
Use this search to find a community college that has an AA-T or AS-T program you’re interested in. Start by selecting the major you’re interested in below, then choose the community college(s) near you. (You can also “select all CCCs” to see all programs across California.)
If you add “Search by CSU”, you can see which campuses have a program that’s similar to the ADT program you want to complete or have completed.
Find SDCCD ADTs
Download the Quick Reference Guide
Policies may change throughout the year. Find updates on UC Admissions here.
Each UC campus, program, and major has different rules and requirements for governing Cal-GETC and IGETC.
Explore Guidance by UC Campus & Major.
The links below contains information on screening majors/majors that enforce pre-requisites wherever possible.
It is best to use this information in collaboration with ASSIST and the respective
department websites.