Pathway to UC and CSU Via the Community College:

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1 CSU-UC Counselor Conference 2011 Pathway to UC and CSU Via the Community College: Advising Students on the Community College Option 1

2 This session will cover: CSU and UC s commitment to transfer How transfer works Best advice for prospective transfer students Information resources Counselor feedback 2

3 Who should consider transfer? Any student can benefit from starting his or her path to a publicfour year degree at a California Community College Students choose the transfer path for many reasons: Haven t decided on academic or career goals Haven t met requirements for freshman admission Aren t ready or able to leave home Want the affordability of community colleges Want additional academic preparation or exploration in specific academic areas 3

4 Transfer and the California Master Plan for Higher Education The CA Master Plan for Higher Education specifies: CSU and UC offer priority admission to all eligible California Community Colleges (CCC) students Best path to transfer to CSU/UC is via the CCC All CSU and UC campuses welcome transfer students 4

5 Strong Priority is Given to Transfers from the California Community Colleges 100% %of Admitted UC Transfer Students from CCC 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% 5

6 How Transfer Works Choice of coursework at CCC is very important Student complete General Education at the CCC Students must also complete major preparation As with freshmen applicants: Transfers must meet minimum eligibility at CSU/UC Some campuses are selective Students should meet early with counselors at the CCC to discuss an academic plan 6

7 CSU: Student Transfer Agreement Reform Act (SB 1440) Establishes a transfer Associate Degree (AA) created by California Community Colleges which consist of : 60 Semester Units Includes CSU GE Breadth or IGETC (csu) At least 18 transferable units of a major or area of emphasis, defined by the CCC No additional local graduation requirements required

8 CSU: Student Transfer Agreement Reform Act (SB 1440) Students are expected to complete the transfer associate degree with a minimum GPA of 2.0 Guaranteed Admission to the CSU System (no guarantee of campus/major) with Junior status When admitted to a similar degree major And to complete the BA/BS in no more than sixty additional units 8

9 Admission to UC as a Transfer Student Minimum eligibility requirements for transfer 60 transferable units 2.4 college GPA (eligibility vs. selection) 7-course pattern with a C or better In addition, transfer applicants should complete: Lower-division general education requirements Lower-division major preparation courses 9

10 UC Transfer Preparation Initiatives Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) Excluding Berkeley and Los Angeles Transfer Preparation Programs Summer and Residential Programs Community College and High School Support Peer Mentoring Personal Advising and Motivation Counselor Professional Development

11 Transfer is a partnership between high schools, community colleges, CSU, and UC 11

12 Best Advice for High School Students #1 Improve college readiness: take rigorous college prep courses throughout high school Take math all four years in high school Take advantage of early assessments CSU s Early Academic Assessment exams in English and mathematics Community college assessment/placement exams Concurrent enrollment opportunities enable students to experience college while in high school Take advantage of community college summer sessions following high school graduation 12

13 Best Advice for High School Students #2 Research your options Not all CCCs offer the same programs or opportunities Some CCCs offer more transferable courses in a major(s) #3 Enroll in community college on time! Competition for CCC courses is increasing The CCC matriculation process has several steps that should be completed during the spring semester of 12 th grade in order to register for classes when summer/fall registrations opens 13

14 Steps for Enrolling in CCC Complete and submit a CCC application* Or more than one! Take the assessment exam* New student orientation* Register for classes* Meet with a CCC counselor* Pay registration fees Student support services Apply for financial aid Visit CCC to process aid Monitor Cal Grant B utilization to save for 4-yr Go full time, if possible, to efficiently use aid AB540 Affidavit (as needed) * Mandatory matriculation steps 14

15 Tips for Transfer Success in CCC #4 Attend full time, work part time Three strong predictors for success: (1) full-time enrollment (2) continuous enrollment (3) work no more than 15 hours per week Helps to utilize financial aid efficiently 15

16 Tips for Transfer Success in CCC #5 Decide on a major and campus no later than the start of sophomore year at CCC Know which campus(es) and major(s) you want to target and which have transfer guarantee programs Follow recommended curriculum for major (including competitive GPA) Be sure GE pattern you follow is appropriate for intended major, campus 16

17 Tips for Transfer Success in CCC #6 Work closely with CCC Counselor, Transfer Center staff, and CSU or UC rep to develop a transfer plan early Develop, then follow, a plan, but update it regularly ASSIST (assist.org) is helpful but no substitute for personal academic advisement Review the information on the website of the CSU or UC campuses you are interested in transferring to 17

18 Counselor Best Practices Include CCC and transfer information in your general college-going presentations starting in ninth grade to ensure students are aware of academic expectations in CCC and transfer opportunities and requirements Provide awareness of the enrollment timeline and matriculation process for CCC 18

19 Counselor Best Practices Support students in completing matriculation steps: Partner with local CCCs & universities to assist CCC-bound students CCC Application Days Direct students to CCC student support programs (EOPS, Puente, etc) Encourage students to participate in on-site assessments if offered by your local CCC at your high school campus Field trips: To tour and experience CCC campuses To take assessment exam and participate in new student orientations Provide introduction to the transfer process: Provide workshops on transfer: Invite representatives from four-year universities, local CCC and successful transfer students to speak to your students Teach students how to use 19

20 Information Resources CCCApply.org CSUMentor.edu ASSIST: