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1 PASADENA CITY COLLEGE TRANSFER CENTER California State University Independent Colleges & Universities University of California

2 About this Guide Welcome to Pasadena City College! As a future transfer student you probably have many questions about what to do and who to see about transferring to a four-year institution. You are not alone! Understanding the transfer process can be time-consuming and confusing. Early preparation is a key ingredient for success. This guide has been developed to help you understand some basic concepts of the transfer process from Pasadena City College to a four-year college or university. Information has been adapted from the Pasadena City College catalog, the University of California: Answers for Transfers, the Quick Reference for Counselors, the College Handbook, CSU Undergraduate Application, CSU Campus Highlights, California Notes, and The College Handbook for Transfer Students. Every reasonable effort has been made to determine that the information in this guide is accurate at the time of publication, however, changes may occur after printing. This guide should be used in conjunction with counselor and university representative advisement. And remember, Think Transfer! Dina Chase. Transfer Center Director Pasadena City College Pasadena Area Community College District Pasadena City College Transfer Center 1570 East Colorado Boulevard Pasadena, California

3 Table of Contents PAGE THE TRANSFER PROCESS 4-10 How to Transfer to a Four-year College or University 4-5 PCC S Transfer Center 6 What to Look for When Choosing a College or University 7-8 Student Learning Services 9-10 TRANSFER COURSES Transferable Courses vs. Nontransferable Courses 11 Articulation Agreements, ASSIST and CAN 12 Transfer Course Requirements 13 IGETC CSU GE Transfer Programs 20 Cross Enrollment UNIVERSITY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Transfer Admission Requirements for the University of California 23 Transfer Admission Requirements for the California State University 24 Transfer Admission Requirements for Independent and Out-of-State Institutions 25 General Education Certification TRANSFER TERMS & WEBSITES Transfer Terms University Websites PLANNER & CHECKLIST Transfer Planner 35 Appointment Record 36 Presentation and Workshop Record 37 Checklist 38 3

4 How To Transfer To A Four -Year College or Universit y Transferring to a four-year college or university involves several steps. Here are some guidelines with which to be familiar: Meet with a counselor in the Counseling Office in L-104 (Disabled Student Programs and Services-D209; EOP&S-L107). A counselor can develop a Student Educational Plan for you that will identify the courses needed in order to transfer. A Student Educational Plan (also referred to as an ed plan) will list the courses that should be taken every semester at PCC to complete general education, lower division and elective courses. Continue to meet with a counselor periodically to update your Ed Plan and to check on your requirements. Transferring to the CSU and UC requires completion of math and English requirements and the message from the universities is: Take the math and English courses as soon as possible! Many students put off taking these courses, but they shouldn t. The course sequence may require several semesters to complete, as illustrated in the following charts: Math Course Sequence Math 401C or Math 126C or Math 132C or Transfer Level Math Course Math 402 Math 125 Math 131 English Course Sequence English 400 English 100 English 1A OR ESL 420 ESL 422 ESL 122 ESL 33A ESL 33B English 1A Attend a Transfer Center orientation. The Center maintains many useful resources such as college catalogs, transfer handbooks, transfer software and videotapes and offers several events, such as transfer fairs and forums, to help you explore your transfer options. Meet with representatives from four-year colleges and universities. Along with College Information Days and Nights, Major Expos, and Transfer Forums, the Transfer Center hosts many representatives who meet with students individually and in groups to answer questions about admissions, financial aid, majors, and more. Ask your counselors or professors if there are any special programs, which may assist you in your transfer plans. For example, you may wish to participate in the Puente Project, which is designed to promote transfers to the University of California by focusing on Latino literature and culture; the Scholars Program, which is designed to prepare students for a successful transition from community college to the university and consists of partnerships between PCC and UCLA, USC, Pomona College, UC Riverside, Occidental College, and UC Irvine; the Model Hispanic Health Careers Opportunity Program, which provides a cooperative agreement between PCC and California State University, Los Angeles, which is 4

5 designed to increase the number of Hispanic/Latino students from disadvantaged backgrounds who enter and graduate from health/allied health professional schools; and Study Abroad Programs which provide semester study in Florence, Italy and Oxford, England. Visit the campus that you are considering. The Transfer Center offers tours of several southern California universities each semester. Check with the staff for a tour schedule. Keep informed of policies and procedures for admission to four-year institutions by meeting with counselors and visiting representatives, and by attending workshops. Pick-up transfer admission applications. Applications to the University of California, California State University, and the University of Southern California are available in the Transfer Center. Ask the staff for assistance on obtaining applications to other institutions. Keep in mind that application dates vary for each institution. Check the application for filing periods, application fees, and other important information! Complete the transfer application completely and accurately. Questions about the application process can be directed to visiting university representatives and the Transfer Center staff. If possible, attend an application and essay writing workshop offered by the Transfer Center. Many are scheduled each semester. Refer to the Transfer Directions for dates and times. Submit the completed application(s) during the filing period. Do not send them earlier than the posted date, as they will not be accepted. If entrance exams are required (such as SAT, ACT, TOEFL), register to take them as soon as possible and at least six months before your intended date of transfer. Registration forms are available in the Transfer Center. Most four-year institutions do not require entrance exams for transfer students! Please consult the catalog of the institution to which you plan to transfer for details. Send transcripts and other requested materials to the four-year institution(s) to which you are applying. When you send your final transcript to either UC or CSU be sure to request certification of your general education requirements (IGETC or CSU GE Breadth). PCC transcripts may be requested from the Records Office (L-113). Four-year colleges and universities also require transcripts of coursework completed at all other educational institutions attended. You must contact the other schools you have attended and request them to send your transcript(s) directly to the four-year institution PCC will not forward transcripts from other schools that are on file! 5

6 PCC s Transfer Center The Transfer Center is located in the Student Services Center, L-110. It offers many activities, services, and resources specifically designed to increase awareness among all students, and to inform transfer-bound students about their options. Representatives from four-year colleges and universities visit the Center regularly to advise students individually and provide information pertaining to transfer eligibility, program requirements, admission policies and financial aid. The Transfer Library maintains college catalogs from nationwide accredited institutions, course articulation agreements with four-year colleges, numerous transfer handbooks, software and videotapes. Several transfer-related workshops are offered throughout the year to assist and inform students about transfer issues and application procedures. Personnel from four-year institutions and College staff conduct presentations on selected topics critical to the transfer process regularly, during both day and evening hours. Topics include How To Select A College, Filing Applications To CSU, UC, and USC, Financial Aid, and campus introduction and orientation sessions. Transfer Center orientations are also scheduled throughout the year to acquaint students with the Center s resources, services and programs. Transfer information fairs give students an opportunity to meet with college and university admissions staff and department representatives on campus. Each semester one College Information/Transfer Day and one College Information/Transfer Night are held. In the spring semester, major-specific expos are offered for Fine Arts, Business, and Allied Health, which give students the opportunity to meet with departmental advisors from four-year institutions. Campus tours to local four-year universities provide exposure and information exchange. These university campus visits help students in selecting a campus that is appropriate to his/her individual needs. Students are given the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the campus through an orientation session, a walking tour, and free time where they explore their own transfer interests. Transportation is provided free of charge! Reservations are made in the Transfer Center. Office hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. TRANSFER CENTER ONLINE In addition to the services, resources and programs available in the Transfer Center, students can also visit the Transfer Center online to explore resources, learn about upcoming activities and other transfer-related websites. Categories include Advisement Applications: CSU, UC and Private Colleges & Universities Articulation CSU GE Requirements Financial Aid & Scholarships IGETC Requirements Learn to Transfer Orientations Links to Colleges and Universities PCC Campus Tours PCC Catalog Scholars Program Special Programs and Services Student Support Services Testing Applications and Preparation Transfer Center Events Transfer Course Requirements Transfer Information Fairs Transfer Library Resources Transfer to CSU Transfer to Independent Colleges and Universities Transfer to UC Transfer Workshops University Campus Tours University Representative Visits 6

7 What to look for when choosing a College or University Assessing your values and formulating your goals are important steps to consider before deciding which college or university to attend. DECIDING ON A MAJOR Most students change their minds about their majors several times before declaring one. That s what going to college is all about: experiencing new things, learning about yourself, being influenced by others, and then making responsible decisions. The courses you ve completed so far have probably exposed you to several course clusters and may in themselves reveal where your interests lie. In choosing a major, ask yourself what areas you enjoy studying; what classes you excelled in; what occupations you find interesting. Also, talk to your counselor and professors and investigate resources located in the library. What a college choice is: Important Ordinarily the prime responsibility of the student Time-consuming Something requiring help from others Frustrating Prone to long-term consequences Important to others besides the student Resolved through setting priorities and goals Based on facts and feeling What a college choice is not: Final Irreversible A guarantee for future success A matter of luck The most difficult decision you ll ever make in your life For others to make for you The same for everyone To be made alone GATHERING INFORMATION Once you have decided on a major, you can begin to list prospective colleges which offer programs in that major and meet most of your other needs as well. Among the important factors to consider in selecting a college are location, cost, size, degrees offered, and educational facilities. Many resources are available to help you gather information in these areas and focus your search: College Finder, which offers a computerized approach to narrowing your list based on the factors listed above and more. The Transfer Center s many other reference materials which profile colleges and universities nationwide, such as The Index of Majors and Graduate Degrees, The College Handbook, and Peterson s Guide to Four-Year Colleges. College and university representatives visiting the campus during College Information /Transfer Day, College Information Night and other college fairs. Orientation workshops conducted by college and university personnel. Campus visits during the academic year. The institution itself: Contact the admissions office or the academic department for information. 7

8 EVALUATING YOUR FINDINGS Evaluating the information you ve collected will help you focus on the institution best suited to your needs. Here are some important items to keep in mind: Are the programs accredited? By which accrediting agency? Are good educational support facilities available (libraries, computers)? What are the costs per academic year? What financial aid packages are available? What is the size of the institution? Would the campus environment suit me? What types of housing are available? Are there any special academic programs? What are the student body characteristics? What is the student/faculty ratio? What athletics are offered? What type of student activities are held? Is your major impacted? APPLYING FOR ADMISSION The procedures for applying for admission vary from one institution to another, but most colleges and universities use the same admission application for freshmen, returning adult students, and transfers. Applications for California State University, University of California, and the University of Southern California are stocked in the Transfer Center. Information on how to request applications from other institutions is also available. Each semester workshops are offered to assist students in the completion of their applications. Since many colleges and universities require a personal essay or autobiographical statement, workshops are conducted that offer tips in essay writing. Reference materials such as How To Write an Essay and Writing Your College Application Essay can be of further assistance. TRANSFER STUDENT CHECKLIST Discuss your transfer plans with a counselor and plan your general education transfer program. Carefully read the transfer section of the college or university catalog. Ask about general education certification and transferability of courses. Meet with a representative from the four-year institution where you plan to transfer. Find out about transfer requirements and deadlines. Complete and send required financial aid and scholarship applications. Take SAT/ACT if required. Find out about other special programs at your transfer institution. Complete and send admission application(s) with application fee or fee waiver. Send official transcripts. 8

9 Student Learning Services The Department of Student and Learning Services is committed to serve PCC s diverse population educationally, personally and socially through comprehensive programs and services directed toward the development of the student. Office Directory Office Brief Description of Services Offered Building, Room Phone Admissions Application forms for admission to PCC are obtained L Office from this office Articulation Establishes articulation agreements between PCC and L113-E Office four-year colleges and universities. Counseling/ Counselors provide students assistance with their L Career educational plans, career goals and personal problems. Services Advisement Center L / Athletic Department L Career/Job Placement Center L International Student Advisor L Disabled Designed to enable eligible students with verified D Student disabilities to fully participate in all of the college s Programs programs and activities. and Deaf/Hearing Impaired Programs Services Learning Disabilities Physical/Visual Impairments Psychological Disabilities Speech and Language Impairments Extended Encourages the enrollment and retention of students L Opportunity from economically and educationally disadvantaged Program and backgrounds to participate in meaningful educational Services opportunities. Services provided include tutoring, (EOP&S) counseling and financial assistance. Financial Aid Provides students with information regarding various L and sources of aid from federal, state, and institutional Scholarships programs. Health Services include treatment of minor illnesses and U Center medical problems, counseling regarding health problems and/or concerns, and emergency care in case of an accident or sudden illness. Learning Offers a variety of instructional technologies and D Assistance tutoring to improve learning in areas from basic skills Center to more comprehensive and subject-specific information. 9

10 Office Directory Office Brief Description of Services Offered Building, Room Phone Library Maintains a wide variety of books (over 115,000), Library pamphlets, newspapers, periodicals, documents, audiocassettes and other learning materials. Program for Designed to increase the retention and graduation L Academic rates of students who are at risk of not succeeding in Support higher education through such services as tutoring, (PASS) counseling, and cultural enrichment experiences. Psychological Counseling psychology staff provide more specialized L Services help than can be made available through regular counseling channels. Records Handles transcript requests, CSU GE certification and L Office IGETC certification requests, grade and personal information changes and verification of enrollment. Registration Processes class registration data, including add, drop, L Office and withdrawal from college forms. Student Offers approximately 50 student clubs and organizations, CC Affairs along with a wide variety of activities, programs, and services to assist students in achieving a balanced educational experience. Student photo identification cards are available in the Campus Center, along with small emergency loans. Student Information on procedures for Student Due Process, L Grievance including student grievance procedures/forms. Forms Testing/ Administers a variety of tests, inventories, surveys, D Assessment and other assessment instruments to provide information about student achievements, abilities, skills, interests, career preferences, and other characteristics. Transfer Among the services offered are transfer advisement by L Center representatives of four-year institutions, a transfer library with handbooks and catalogs from nationwide accredited institutions, university applications, articulation agreements, transfer-related workshops and information fairs, tours to universities. Veterans PCC is approved as an institution of higher learning for L Services veterans and veterans dependents entitled to educational assistance. 10

11 Transferable Courses vs. Non-Transferable Courses Not all courses are transferable to a four-year college or university. Some courses that are not transferable may have to be taken in order to meet certain prerequisites. A prerequisite course means that you must first successfully complete it before enrolling in a higher level course. As you select courses at PCC, keep in mind: Courses numbered 1-99 are designated as eligible to transfer Courses numbered will not transfer Courses numbered will not transfer The following chart provides additional details about course classification: COURSES ELIGIBLE TO TRANSFER Classification I: Courses Numbered 1-99 These courses generally correspond to four-year institution lower division and are designated as courses eligible to transfer. Some courses numbered 1-99 can be accepted only as meeting elective requirements at four-year colleges or universities. To learn more about which courses at PCC will transfer to meet general education, major or elective requirements, please meet with a counselor or university representative. COURSES NOT ELIGIBLE TO TRANSFER Classification II: Courses Numbered These courses are technical, semiprofessional or occupationally oriented. These courses will not transfer. Classification III: Courses Numbered These courses are designed to teach basic skills and knowledge necessary for success in courses that transfer, occupational or general education level. They may not be used to satisfy degree requirements and will not transfer. UC CREDIT LIMITATIONS Some courses which are transferable to the University of California have credit limitations. See a counselor for details. OTHER CREDIT LIMITATIONS The maximum number of units that can be transferred from a community college to the University of California, California State University, and/or to independent and out-of-state institutions varies. Please check with your counselor or university representative for the most recent policies. 11

12 Articulation Agreements ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS Articulation Agreements are official agreements identifying which PCC courses or programs are equivalent to courses at four-year colleges and universities and are a vital resource in the transfer process. Students who wish to transfer need to become familiar with the articulation agreements PCC has established with four-year universities and colleges. These agreements are available in the Transfer Center and on ASSIST, an online site providing articulation and transfer information: How to use ASSIST To access UC and CSU Transferable Course Lists, IGETC, or CSU GE Click on Start ASSIST Click on Click here to select an institution Scroll to Pasadena City College, highlight and click Scroll to , highlight and click Click the gold Continue button Click on the appropriate choice (Do not use Agreements Between 2 Campuses on this screen for technical reasons) To access GE (Specific to the individual University), Majors, Course Equivalencies Click on Start ASSIST Click on Click here to select an institution Scroll to your choice of University, highlight and click Scroll to , highlight and click Click the gold Continue button Click on Click here to select an institution Scroll to Pasadena City College, highlight and click Click the gold Continue button Click on your choice: For General Education/Breadth By Major Click on All Majors, scroll to choice to major, highlight and click; Click on the gold Continue button By Department (Course equivalencies) Click on All Departments, scroll to choice of department, highlight and click; Click the gold Continue button (Highlighted selections indicate that the information is available) CALIFORNIA ARTICULATION NUMBER SYSTEM (CAN) Courses identified by an equivalent CAN number (California Articulation Number System) have been articulated as eligible for transfer to any University of California or California State University participating in the CAN project. CAN also allows one to identify course equivalencies between project participating California Community Colleges. Information about courses and participating colleges is available at the CAN website: 12

13 Transfer Course Requirements (Courses to take in order to transfer) Transferring from PCC to a four-year college or university in junior standing can be accomplished by completing the following requirements: A) LOWER DIVISION MAJOR REQUIREMENTS Courses taught during the first or second year of college. Most majors require the completion of specific lower division courses before acceptance into the University! These courses should be completed at PCC prior to transferring. They provide background and preparation for the major and may fulfill some of the GE requirements. B) GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS These courses are required of everyone, regardless of major, to obtain a bachelor s degree. Each four-year institution has its own GE requirements and PCC students can meet these requirements in a variety of ways. If you plan to transfer to a CSU or UC: 1) Follow the specific requirements for the individual CSU or UC campus. Or 2) Follow IGETC*. a UC: 1) Follow the specific requirements for the UC campus. Or 2) Follow IGETC*. a CSU: 1) Follow the specific requirements for the CSU campus. Or 2) Follow IGETC. Or 3) Follow CSU GE Breadth. 4) Complete all Basic Skills courses with a C or higher. An independent or out-of-state school: 1) Meet the GE requirements of that institution. *Some UC programs do not accept IGETC-please check with your counselor. C) ELECTIVES These are transferable courses which can be taken in addition to the major preparation and general education courses identified above. 13

14 IGETC (Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum) The Intersegmental General Educational Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) is a series of courses that prospective transfer students may complete at PCC to satisfy lower division breadth/general education requirements at both the University of California and the California State University. IGETC courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. It was developed to simplify the transfer process for students. IGETC is most helpful to students who want to transfer but have not yet decided upon a particular institution. Please refer to the IGETC Requirements inserts for specific details and course options. Certain students, however, will not be well served by IGETC, such as those intending to transfer into a high-unit major or one that requires extensive lower division preparation, such as, but not limited to: engineering, architecture, and the physical and natural sciences. Your counselor or university representative can advise you as to whether or not IGETC is the right program for you to follow. Note: While these sheets are the most commonly used for the student transferring to CSU and UC, they are not the only way to satisfy transfer requirements. Please meet with a counselor or university representative for other options. This is particularly recommended if you are transferring to a private college of university. IGETC QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Question Is IGETC an admission requirement for transfer to a CSU and/or a UC? Can coursework completed at another community college be used to fulfill IGETC? Can a course be used to satisfy more than one IGETC subject area? Can I take an IGETC course Credit/No Credit at PCC? Where can I get IGETC certified? Answer No. IGETC is not an admissions requirement. Completing it is not required and does not guarantee admission. Yes. Courses taken at more than one community college may be used to fulfill IGETC, however, be aware that the application of courses to IGETC subject areas, vary from college to college. No. Courses may be used to fulfill only one subject area, even if they are listed in more than one subject area. Yes. IGETC courses must be completed with a C or better and PCC s policy states that courses graded C or better are equivalent to Credit. Certification of IGETC completion is the responsibility of the last community college attended prior to transfer. 14

15 PASADENA CITY COLLEGE INTERSEGMENTAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER CURRICULUM (IGETC) Name LAST FIRST MIDDLE Counselor Social Security No. Date GENERAL INFORMATION 1. The IGETC permits a student to transfer from a community college to a campus in either the California State University or University of California system without the need, after transfer, to take additional lower division general education courses to satisfy campus GE requirements. 2. Completion of the IGETC is not a requirement for transfer to a CSU or a UC, nor is it the only way to fulfill the lower division, general education requirements of the CSU or UC prior to transfer. Consult a counselor for other requirements. 3. Students planning to transfer to the CSU may elect to follow the CSU general education certification program. Students may also elect to fulfill the graduation requirements listed in the catalog of any specific CSU or UC campus. 4. If IGETC is elected as the option to fulfill the general education requirements, all areas must be met with minimum grades of C prior to transfer. Please consult a counselor regarding any exceptions to this program. 5. These requirements do not automatically complete PCC AA/AS graduation requirements. 6. The university systems reserve the right to change specific requirements. 7. Courses asterisked can be used for certification only in a single area. AREA 1 ENGLISH COMPOSITION Needed In Progress Completed All students will complete two courses (six semester units), one from Group A and one from Group B. STUDENTS CONSIDERING TRANSFERRING TO CSU WILL TAKE ONE ADDITIONAL COURSE (THREE SEMESTER UNITS) FROM GROUP C. GROUP A: GROUP B: GROUP C: English Composition (One course, three semester units) English 1A Critical Thinking/English Composition (One course, three semester units) English 1C Philosophy 25 Physical Science 2 Oral Communication (CSU only) (One course, three semester units) Speech 1, 10 AREA 2 MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS AND QUANTITATIVE REASONING (One course, three semester units) Mathematics 3, 4A, 4B, 5A, 5B, 5C, 9, 10, 12, 22, 40, 55 Statistics 50 AREA 3 ARTS AND HUMANITIES (At least three courses, nine semester units; at least one course from the Arts and one course from the Humanities) ARTS Art 1A, 1B, 2, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 7, 8 Music 7A, 7B, 21, 22, 23, 24A, 24B, 25, 26, 27, 28 Dance 21A, 21B Theater Arts 5, 7A,7B HUMANITIES Chinese 10 English 1B, 24, 10, 12*, 25A-F (3 units each), 25H, 25I, 25J, 30A, 30B, 30C, 44A, 44B, 44C, 45A, 45B, 46A, 46B, 47, 48, 49A, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 57, 60, 61, 78A, 78B, 82A, 82B, 82C French 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D, 5E, 10 German 5, 10 NOTE: Engl 1B can be used in Area 3 only if taken Fall 1994, or later *History 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B, 8, 9A, 9B,12, 16, 18, 19, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 25F, 25I, 27A, 27B, 29A, 29B, 30, 31, 38, 41, 50 Humanities 1, 2, 3, 4 Italian 10 Japanese 5 (see a counselor before enrolling in this course), 10 Philosophy 3, 6, 7, 8, 20A, 20B, 31, 37 Religious Studies 1, 2, 3 Russian 11 Spanish 5, 6, 25, 42A, 42B, 44A, 44B

16 AREA 4 SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES Needed In Progress Completed (At least three courses, nine semester units, from at least TWO disciplines) Anthropology 1, 1L, 2, 3, 4, 31 Economics 1A, 1B English 12* Geography 2, 3, 5, 10 *History 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 5A, 5B, 7A, 7B, 8, 9A, 9B, 12, 16, 18, 19, 25A, 25B, 25C, 25D, 25F, 25I, 27A, 27B, 29A, 29B, 30, 31, 38, 41 Political Science 1, 2, 6, 7, 21, 22 Psychology 1, 2, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 31, 33, 41 Sociology 1, 2, 14, 15, 16, 22, 29, 31, 41 AREA 5 PHYSICAL AND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES (At least two courses, 7-9 semester units: one Physical Science course and one Biological Science course; at least one must include a laboratory) PHYSICAL SCIENCES Astronomy 1, 12 Chemistry 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 8A, 8B, 10, 10L, 22 Geography 1, 1L Geology 1, 1F, 2, 2F, 3, 3L, 4, 6, 8, 12, 12F, 12L, 16 Physical Science 37 Physics 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2A, 2B, 10, 10L, 31A, 31B BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Anatomy 25 Biology 1A, 1B, 1C, 2, 3, 4, 11, 14, 16, 35, 37, 38, 39, 40 Microbiology 2 Physiology 1, 2A, 2B LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH (UC REQUIREMENT ONLY) (Proficiency equivalent to two years of high school study in the same language. Copy of HS transcripts must be submitted for IGETC CERTIFICATION.) The following courses fulfill this requirement: Arabic 2; Armenian 2; Chinese 2 or 2A; French 2; German 2; Greek 2; Hebrew 2; Italian 2; Japanese 2; Latin 2; Portuguese 2; Russian 2; Spanish 2 or 2A Proficiency met at PCC Completed in H.S. Other UNITED STATES HISTORY, CONSTITUTION AND AMERICAN IDEALS (CSU REQUIREMENT ONLY) (Not part of IGETC. May be completed prior to transfer; however, courses used to meet this requirement may NOT also be used in AREAS 3 and 4 of this document.) Six units, ONE course from (A) and ONE course from (B) *(A) Political Science 1 (B) History 7A, 7B, 25A, 25B, 29A, 29B (A) Completed (B) Completed *Courses listed in more than one area may be certified only in a single area COMMENTS (including approved courses, by area, from other colleges): Eligibility to complete IGETC after transfer approved - Date OFFICE USE ONLY Partial Certification UC CSU One course remaining Two courses remaining NOTE: Areas 1 and 2 must be completed prior to transfer Date OFFICE USE ONLY IGETC Completed and Certified UC CSU Date MATR01 5/02 16

17 CSU G.E. (California State University General Education Breadt h Requirements) PCC offers students two general education programs with which CSU general education requirements may be met: IGETC and CSU G.E. Breadth. Students only planning to transfer to CSU may follow the CSU GE sheet, upon where they must complete requirements in Areas A and B4 (Oral Communication, Written Communication, Critical Thinking, Mathematics Concepts/Quantitative Reasoning and Applications). Please refer to the IGETC and G.E. Breadth Requirements inserts for specific details and course options. Note: While these sheets are the most commonly used for the student transferring to CSU, they are not the only way to satisfy transfer requirements. Please meet with a counselor or university representative for other options. 17

18 PASADENA CITY COLLEGE CSU GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Name LAST FIRST MIDDLE Counselor Social Security No. Date GENERAL INFORMATION 1. These requirements do not automatically meet PCC AA/AS graduation requirements. 2. To transfer to the CSU system at the junior level, it is necessary to have at least 60 CSU transferable units; minimum general education requirements usually comprise approximately 39 of those units. Major requirements and/or electives complete the remainder of the 60 units. A maximum of 70 CSU transferable units are accepted by any CSU. Consult Counseling Services for more information. 3. A single course may not meet more than one area requirement. 4. Please consult Counseling Services or a specific CSU catalog for any additional requirements. 5. Students expecting to request general education certification should complete 39 units distributed among categories A through E as noted with no less than 30 units for areas A through D. Areas A and B4 must be fully completed with minimum grades of C. 6. Students whose majors require more than 30 units should consult Counseling Services regarding the advisability of completing all major requirements instead of all general education requirements. GENERAL EDUCATION AREAS AND COURSES AREA A Communication and Critical Thinking (9 Units) Needed In Progress Completed Choose a minimum of three units from each of the following areas: (Must be completed prior to transfer) A1 A2 Oral Communication Speech 1, 10 Written Communication English 1A A3 Critical Thinking English 1C Philosophy 25, 30, 33 Physical Science 2 Speech 6, 12 AREA B Physical Universe and Its Life Forms (9 semester or quarter units required with at least one course each from Physical Science, Life Science, and Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning. At least one of the science courses must contain a laboratory component (see AREA B3 below). B1 B2 B3 Physical Sciences Astronomy 1, 12 Chemistry 1A-B, 2A-B, 8A-B, 10, 10L, 22 Geography 1, 1L Geology 1, 1F, 2, 2F, 3, 3L, 4, 6, 8, 12, 12F, 12L, 16, 22, 30A-L Physical Science 37 Physics 1A-B-C-D, 2A-B, 10, 10L, 31A, 31B Life Science Anatomy 25 Anthropology 1 Biology 1A, 1B, 1C, 2, 3, 4, 11, 14, 16, 30, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40 Microbiology 2 Physiology 1, 2 A-B Psychology 2 Laboratory Activity Anatomy 25 Anthropology 1L Astronomy 1 Biology 1A-B, 1C, 2, 3, 4, 11, 14, 16, 30, 37, 38, 39, 40 Chemistry 1A-B, 2A-B, 8A-B, 10L, 22 Geography 1L Geology 1, 1F, 2, 2F, 3L, 6, 8, 12F, 12L, 30A-L Microbiology 2 Physical Sciences 37 Physics 1A-D, 2A-B, 10L, 31A-B Physiology 1, 2A-B B4 Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Business 14B Computer Science 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 43 Mathematics 3, 4A-B, 5A-C, 8, 9, 10, 12, 15, 22, 38, 40, 55 Statistics 15, 18,

19 AREA C Arts, Literature, Philosophy, and Foreign Language Needed In Progress Completed (9 semester or quarter units required with at least one course each in Arts and Humanities area) C1 ARTS (Art, Dance, Music, Theater) Art 1A-B, 2, 3A-B, 4A-D, 5 (2 semester units), 7, 8 Music 7A-B, 21, 22, 23, 24A, 24B, 25, 26, 27, 28, 38A Dance 21A, 21B Theater Arts 5, 7A-B C2 HUMANITIES (Literature, Philosophy, Foreign Languages) Arabic 1, 2 Armenian 1, 2 Chinese 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 10 English 1B, 5A, 5B, 10, 24, 25A, 25C-J, 30A-C, 34, 35, 36, 37, 44A-C, 45A-B, 46A-B, 47, 48, 49A, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 57, 60, 61, 78A-B, 82A-C French 1, 2, 3, 4, 5A-E, 10 German 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 Greek 1, 2 Hebrew 1, 2, 3 History 1A-B, 2A-B, 5A-B, 7A*-B*, 8, 9A-B, 12, 16, 18, 19, 25A*-B*, 25C-D, 25F, 25I, 26, 27A-B, 29A*-B*, 30, 31, 38, 41, 50 AREA D Social, Political, and Economic Institutions and Behavior, Historical Background (9 semester or quarter units required with courses in at least two areas) D0 Sociology and Criminology Sociology 1, 2, 14, 15, 16, 22, 24, 25, 29, 31, 41 D1 Anthropology and Archaeology Anthropology 1, 1L, 2, 3, 4, 31 D2 Economics Economics 1A-B Geography 5 D3 Ethnic Studies Sociology 14 D4 No courses currently available D5 Geography Geography 1, 1L, 2, 3, 5, 10 D6 History History 1A-B, 2A-B, 5A-B, 7A*-B*, 8, 9A-B, 12, 16, 18, 19, 25A*-B*, 25C-D, 25F, 25I, 26, 27A-B, 29A*-B*, 30, 31, 38, 41, 50 D7 Interdisciplinary Social or Behavioral Science English 12 D8 Political Science, Government, and Legal Institutions Political Science 1*, 2, 6, 7, 21, 22 D9 Psychology Psychology 1, 2, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 31, 33, 41 AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS REQUIREMENT: All CSU campuses require the statutory requirement in U.S. History and Government. Some campuses will allow this requirement to be met with one asterisked (*) course in U.S. history within Area D6, as well as Political Science 1 (required). Other campuses may require coursework in addition to these two courses. If the requirement must be met separately, students should consult the specific campus for additional details. History 7A, 7B, 25A, 25B, 29A, 29B (choose one course) and Political Science 1 (required) Humanities 1, 2, 3, 4 Italian 1, 2, 3, 4, 10 Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 Latin 1, 2 Philosophy 1, 3, 7, 8, 20A-B, 31, 37 Portuguese 1, 2 Religious Studies 1, 2, 3 Russian 1, 2, 3, 4, 11 Spanish 1, 2, 2A, 3, 4, 5, 6, 25, 42A, 42B, 44A, 44B AREA E Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development (3 Units) Anthropology 2 Physical Education Activity or Dance Biology 19 (maximum of one unit). English 6, 8 Select one course from Guidance 12 Physical Education Activity 3A-E, 4, 27, Health Education 2A, 2E, 44 28A-B, 29A-C, 30, 32A-C, 33, 34, 36, 37, Nutrition 10, 11 38, 39A-B, 46A-C, 48A-C, 49A-B, 53, Psychology 1, 21, 22, 23, 24 54A-C, 59A-C, 62A-B, 65A-C, 69, 81A-C Sociology 2, 22, 24 or Dance 9A-C, 10, 11A-C, 15A-B, 19A-C American History and Institutions Requirement met Total Units (Areas A-E) Please consult Counseling Services regarding catalog rights COMMENTS: NOTE: Courses may not be used to meet more than one area OFFICE USE ONLY California State University General Education Areas met: A D B E C MATR203 8/02 19

20 Transfer Programs The PCC Scholars Program is designed to prepare students for a successful transition from community college to university through strong academic preparation and curriculum, along with planning support services from a specially designated counselor and faculty coordinator at PCC. The program includes partnerships between Pasadena City College and: UCLA (Transfer Alliance Program) which guarantees priority consideration for admission to the UCLA College of Letters and Science at the junior level. Pomona College (PATH-Pomona Agreement for Transfer Honors) which offers priority consideration for transfer admission. UC Riverside (HART-Honors Alliance for Riverside Transfers) which guarantees admission. (For those selecting majors in biology, business administration, and engineering, additional admission requirements must be completed.). Occidental College (Preferred Admission Agreement) which gives preferred consideration for transfer admission. UC Irvine (Honors Transfer Program) which guarantees priority consideration for admission to UCI at the junior level. In order to participate in the program, students must have one of the following: 3.0 GPA from high school or 3.0 after 12 units of transfer courses at PCC. To successfully complete the program, students must: complete a Scholars Program application complete six courses or 18 units of Scholars Program courses maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 (3.5 for Pomona College PATH) complete all pre-major and admission requirements set by the transfer institution. In addition the Scholars Program, the following programs also facilitate transfer to the University of California: UC Berkeley (CAP-Cooperative Admissions Program/Environmental Design) Select freshmen applicants who are offered the CAP option must complete a minimum of 60 transferable semester units with a minimum GPA of 3.0, including all prerequisites for the intended major. UC Irvine (Preliminary Admission in the Field) Offers on-the-spot, provisional admission to well-qualified students. UC Riverside (TAG-Transfer Admission Guarantee) Guarantees admission to qualified transfers (Engineering majors excluded). UC Santa Cruz (GATE-Guaranteed Admission for Transfer Entry) Guarantees admission to qualified junior level transfers. UC San Diego (TAG-Transfer Admission Guarantee) 20

21 Application for Cross Enrollment Complete this form and submit to the office of the registrar or other designated cross enrollment office at your home campus (the college you are presently attending) prior to the host campus (the college where you want to cross enroll) filing period. You must verify admission and filing deadlines with the host campus. After the home campus completes certification, seek approval at the host campus during the filing period designated by host campus. Host campus will provide registration instructions. Home campus Host campus Planned semester/quarter/term of cross enrollment: Term Year Course to be taken at host campus If you have previously attended the host campus, what was last term attended? Name Last First Middle Birthdate - - Mo. Day Yr. Social Security No. - - Mailing address: Street City State Zip Code Home telephone Message telephone Reason for taking course: Course unavailable at home institution Completing transfer General interest in subject Other I certify the information provided is accurate and that I have read and understand eligibility requirements, enrollment conditions, and procedures as stated on the back of this form. Date Signature HOME CAMPUS CERTIFICATION Pasadena City College certifies that this student meets cross enrollment eligibility requirements. California resident Completed at least one term at PCC Has no delinquent debts at PCC Is enrolled in at least six units at PCC during the cross enrollment term Is not on academic or progress probation at PCC Has met the prerequisites for the course to be taken at the host college Signature Title/Seal Date HOST CAMPUS CERTIFICATIONS: Processing fee received Cross enrollment approved Date Signature Please see back of form for additional information/requirements 21

22 POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR CROSS ENROLLMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: A student is qualified to cross enroll if the student has met all of the following requirements: completed at least one term at the home campus as a matriculated student enrolled for a minimum of six units for the current term earned a grade point average of 2.0 (grade of C) for work completed paid appropriate tuition and fees at home campus for the current term completed appropriate academic preparation as determined by host campus is a California resident ENROLLMENT CONDITIONS: 1. Approval for cross enrollment is valid for only the one term specified and subject to space availability, deadlines, registration procedures and priorities of host campus. You must reapply for each term you wish to cross enroll. 2. You will not be charged additional course enrollment fees. However, host campuses may charge a $10 administration fee each term. 3. You will have to pay any additional fees required of other students (lab, materials, breakage, computer, transcript, etc.) 4. Academic advisement is available only at the home campus. 5. Students are urged to secure approval of a home campus advisor to ensure the course meets home campus requirements. 6. Evidence of completion of course prerequisites may be required at time of enrollment (personal transcript copy or grade reports). 7. Financial aid is available only through your home campus. Students eligible for Veterans, Rehabilitation, Social Security and other federal, state or county benefits must secure eligibility certification through home campus. Units taken at both campuses may be combined to establish financial aid. 8. Records of credit earned through cross enrollment are maintained by the host campus. Students may request transcripts be sent to home campus. 9. Health services on the host campus are limited to treatment for emergencies. 10. Because of overlapping academic calendars, cross enrollment is possible only in certain combinations. Home Campus Enrollment Fall Semester Spring Semester Host Campus Enrollment Fall Quarter or Semester Either Winter or Spring Quarter/or Spring Semester Fall Quarter Winter Quarter Spring Quarter Fall Quarter or Semester Winter Quarter or Spring Semester Spring Quarter or Spring Semester 11. Participation in student activities or use of the student union at the host campus is subject to limitations set by the host campus. 12. Parking on the host campus will be available on the basis of a term fee within campus parking availability or on a daily fee basis. 13. Information concerning host campus identification card policies will be provided by the host campus. 14. Student are subject to all administrative procedures of the host campus. Note: Students MUST process an official drop at the host campus or risk having an unsatisfactory grade recorded on permanent record ADM036 2/97 22

23 Transfer Admission Requirements for the Universit y of California MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS The following requirements are effective beginning with students who transfer to the University in 2001/2002. Eligible for admission to the University when you graduated high school, you will qualify for admission if you have: a C (2.0) average in your transferable coursework, and satisfied Subject (A-F course pattern), Scholarship (GPA), and Examination Requirements (SAT or ACT) in high school. If you met the Scholarship Requirements but did not satisfy the Subject Requirement, you must: take transferable college courses in the missing subjects, earning a C or better in each required course, and have an overall C average in all transferable coursework to be eligible to transfer. If you met the Scholarship Requirement but not the Examination Requirement, you must: complete a minimum of 12 semester units of transferable work, and earn an overall C (2.0) average in all transferable college coursework completed. If you were not eligible for admission to the University when you graduated high school because you did not meet the Scholarship Requirement: you must: complete 60 semester units of transferable college credit with a GPA of at least 2.4, (no more than 14 semester units may be taken Pass/Not Pass) and complete the following course pattern requirement, earning a grade of C or better in each course: 1) two transferable college courses (3 semester units each) in English composition (PCC courses that satisfy this requirement include, and 2) one transferable college course (3 semester units) in mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning, (PCC courses that satisfy this requirement include), and 3) four transferable college courses (3 semester units each) chosen from at least two of the following subject areas: the arts and humanities, the social and behavioral sciences, the physical and biological sciences. Note: Students who satisfy the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) prior to transferring to UC may satisfy Option 4B of the transfer admission requirements. Contact your counselor or UC representative for more information. 23

24 Transfer Admission Requirements for California State Universit y MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS The following requirements are effective beginning with students who transfer to the University in 2001/2002. If you have completed fewer than 56 transferable units, you will qualify for admission if you have: a 2.0 GPA in all transferable units attempted, are in good standing at the last college or university attended, and meet the admission requirements for first time freshmen, which are: 1) completion of the comprehensive pattern of college preparatory subject requirements with a C or better each of the courses*, and 2) have a qualifiable eligibility index (which is the combination of your high school GPA and your test score on the SAT or ACT). *if you did not complete all the subject requirements in high school, appropriate college courses may be used to make up the missing subjects. If you have completed at least 56 transferable units earned a GPA of 2.0 or better (2.40 for non-california residents) in all transferable units attempted, and are in good standing at the last college or university attended, and have completed coursework with a grade of C or better in Basic Subjects, which include English, G.E. Math, Speech, and Critical Thinking; you may become eligible for transfer in one of two ways: 1) Complete at least 30 semester units of college courses with a grade of C or better in each course to be selected from courses in English, arts and humanities, social science, science and mathematics at a level at least equivalent to courses that meet general education requirements [These courses are listed in Areas A, B, C and D of the CSU GE Requirements sheet]. The 30 semester units must include: a) all of the general education requirements in communication in the English language (at least 9 semester units to include written communication, oral communication, and critical thinking - These courses are listed in Area A of the CSU GE Requirements sheet), and mathematics (at least 3 semester units -These courses are listed in Area B of the CSU GE Requirements sheet), or b) if completing IGETC, at least 9 semester units in English composition, oral communication, and critical thinking (These courses are listed in Area A of the IGETC sheet), and the requirement in mathematics (at least 3 semester units - These courses are listed in Area 2 of the IGETC sheet). 2) All subject requirements for first-time freshmen are completed: a) completion of the comprehensive pattern of college preparatory subject requirements with a C or better each of the courses*, and b) have a qualifiable eligibility index (which is the combination of your high school GPA and your test score on the SAT or ACT). *if you did not complete all the subject requirements in high school, appropriate college courses may be used to make up the missing subjects. 24

25 Transfer Admission Requirements for Independent & Out-of-State Colleges and Universities MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Each of the independent colleges and universities located in California and throughout the country have their own admission requirements. Information about these institutions can be obtained from the catalogs and other printed material available in the Transfer Center. Information can also be obtained from visiting representatives and the internet. Students planning to transfer to an independent college or university should obtain a catalog from the institution and meet with a counselor in order to plan an appropriate educational program. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS PCC has articulated general education requirements with several independent institutions. These can be viewed in the Transfer Center and on the internet at COURSE ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS WITH INDEPENDENT INSTITUTIONS Art Center College of Design Azusa Pacific University Biola University Cleveland College of Chiropractic DeVry Institute of Technology Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Loma Linda University Los Angeles College of Chiropractic Loyola Marymount University Mount Saint Mary s College Occidental College Pacific Oaks College Pepperdine University United States International University University of Southern California University of the Pacific West Coast University Westmont College Whittier College Woodbury University Students transferring to other independent or out-of-state institutions should obtain a catalog and meet with a counselor in order to determine appropriate general education and major prep requirements. 25

26 G.E. Certif ication (How to keep from repeating a course after you transfer) Certification is the process in which four-year institutions recognize the General Education courses taught at California Community Colleges as meeting particular G.E. objectives. The G.E. courses taught may not have any course equivalencies, but if they appear on the approved G.E. list, they are acceptable. Certification is not automatic, a request must be made by the student in the Records Office (L113). While the request may be made at any time, it is recommended that the request be made when final transcripts are sent. PCC will only certify the courses once. Any courses taken after the student has left PCC will not be certified. Courses listed for CSU G.E. Breadth and IGETC are term specific. A course used in the certification process must be on either the CSU G.E. Breadth or IGETC list during the term it is taken. A course taken before it is approved for inclusion on the list or taken after it has been removed from the list cannot be certified. PCC will certify the completion of lower division general education requirements for transfer to the California State University for either CSU General Education Breadth Requirements or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum. Students who transfer without G.E. certification will have to meet the general education requirements of the specific CSU campus to which they are transferring. Pass-along Certification includes both the coursework previously completed at another institution prior to attending PCC and the certifying institution (in this case, PCC). These courses will be placed in the areas designated by the offering college. G.E. BREADTH CERTIFICATION There are two ways to get GE certified: Full Certification: 1) completion of 39 units distributed among categories A through E, with no less than 30 units for areas A through D, and 2) grades of C or better be earned in Areas A and B4. Partial Certification: 1) can be met by completing the minimum unit and subject requirements within one or more GE Areas. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS FOR CERTIFICATION INCLUDE: A course taken at any institution other than PCC will be certified if it is determined to be equivalent to a course taught at PCC and on PCC s approved list at the time it was taken at the other college. Courses completed at foreign institutions cannot be certified. Course credit earned through Advanced Placement can be used towards CSU G.E. Breadth requirements. 26

27 IGETC CERTIFICATION IGETC certification requires: 1) courses used must be at least 3 semester units each, and 2) grades of C or better must be earned in each course, and 3) the majority of transferable coursework must be completed at a California Community College. Courses taken at other California community colleges prior to attending PCC will be placed in the IGETC areas designated by the offering college. A course taken at a four-year or out-of-state college will also be certified if it was taken prior to attending PCC and if it is equivalent to a course on the PCC s IGETC list at the time it was taken at the other institution. Courses completed at foreign institutions cannot be certified. Course credit earned through Advanced Placement can be used to meet IGETC. IGETC certification can only be requested at PCC if the student s last IGETC course was taken at PCC. IGETC must be completed in its entirety prior to transfer. Student who do not complete the entire program prior to transfer must meet the general education requirements of the school or college of the campus to which they have been admitted. 27

28 Transfer Terms (A guide to help you learn what everyone s talking about) Accelerated Study A college program of study completed in less time than is usually required, most often by attending classes in the summer or by taking extra courses during the regular academic terms. Accreditation Colleges, universities, and some individual academic programs are evaluated and receive this type of certification if they meet set standards. Academic Major The area of specialization where a student concentrates a substantial portion of his or her academic work. Academic Minor A secondary concentration of academic studies. ACT (ACT) American College Testing Program Assessment. Test battery of the American College Testing Program which includes tests in English, mathematics, reading, and science reasoning. Articulation Agreements Guides to equivalency between P.C.C. courses and those at many CSU, UC and California independent colleges and universities. Bachelor s, or Baccalaureate, Degree A degree received after satisfactory completion of a four- or five-year, full-time program of study (or its part-time equivalent) at a college or university. The Bachelor of Arts (BA) and the Bachelor of Science (BS) are the main examples. Bulletin or Catalog Pertinent information about the institution, including university and departmental requirements, academics, the academic calendar, course listings, rules and regulations, campus resources, and faculty data. California State University The largest system of senior higher education in the nation. Its 22 campuses include Humboldt, Chico, Sonoma, Maritime Academy, Sacramento, San Francisco, Hayward, San Jose, Stanislaus, Monterey Bay, Fresno, San Luis Obispo, Bakersfield, Northridge, Los Angeles, Dominguez Hills, Pomona, San Bernardino, Fullerton, Long Beach, San Marcos, and San Diego. Six off-campus centers are also located throughout the state. CEEB Code Pasadena City College s CEEB code is This code is requested when completing admission and financial aid applications. Certification Certification is the process in which four-year institutions recognize the General Education courses taught at California Community Colleges as meeting particular G.E. objectives. 28

29 Co-op Program A program which combines academic study with practical work experience. Corequisite A course in which a student is required to enroll at the same time that he or she is enrolled in another course. In the corequisite course, the student acquires certain skills, concepts, and/or information without which the college considers success in the concurrent course highly unlikely. Discipline An academic program, such as business or law. Dual Enrollment Taking classes at two institutions simultaneously. GPA Grade Point Average; the weighted average of all grades in applicable units, usually on a scale from 0 (all F s) to 4 (all A s). Impacted Major When the number of applicants exceeds the number of spaces available for a specific major. Independent Institutions Private colleges and universities such as USC or Art Center, as opposed to state-supported institutions such as CSU or UC. Independent Study An arrangement allowing a student to receive some college credit for studying on his/her own outside the classroom under faculty supervision. Interdisciplinary Courses or Programs Courses or programs using knowledge from a number of academic disciplines. Internship A period of supervised practical experience in one s academic major. Master s Degree A degree received after concentrated study beyond the bachelor s degree. The Master of Arts (MA) and the Master of Science (MS) are the main examples. Prerequisite A condition of enrollment, such as a satisfactory completion of another course (defined as a grade of A, B, C, or CR), that must be met before a student can register for a course or an educational program. By meeting the prerequisite, the student demonstrates readiness for that course or program. Residency Requirements (a) Minimum number of terms spent taking courses on campus to be eligible for graduation; b) minimum amount of time having lived in a state to be eligible for in-state tuition at a public (state-supported) college or university. ROTC Reserve Officers Training Corps. Military training programs whose students become commissioned officers upon graduation. May carry a scholarship award. 29

30 Rolling Admissions Policy of some colleges to evaluate applications received and notify applicants continually rather than on a specified notification. SAT Scholastic Assessment Test (formerly the Scholastic Aptitude Test); The College Board s test of developed verbal and mathematical reasoning abilities, used by many colleges as an entrance requirement. Study Abroad Any arrangement by which part of a college program is completed by studying in another country. TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language; designed to measure English language proficiency of international students. Transcript Official and complete academic history. Transfer Program An education program in a two-year college primarily for students planning to continue their studies at a four-year college or university. Transfer Student A student who has attended another college for any period. Trimester An academic calendar period of about 15 weeks. Undergraduate College student in the process of earning a bachelor s degree. Undergraduate Lower Division Fewer than 60 semester units towards completing general education requirements. Undergraduate Upper Division 60 or more semester units with concentration in an academic major. Unit An amount of college credit given for a course based mainly on the number of hours the course meets weekly. 30

31 Universit y Web Sites CSU Campuses Bakersfield Chico Dominguez Hills Fresno Fullerton Hayward Humboldt Long Beach Los Angeles Maritime Academy Monterey Bay Northridge Pomona Sacramento San Bernardino San Diego San Francisco San Jose San Luis Obispo San Marcos Sonoma Stanislaus CSU Connection 31

32 UC Campuses Berkeley Undergraduate Admissions Financial Aid uga.berkeley.edu/fao/default.htm General Catalog Davis Information for Prospective Students Financial Aid faoman.ucdavis.edu Irvine Undergraduate Admissions Financial Aid General Catalog Los Angeles Undergraduate Admissions Financial Aid General Catalog Riverside Information for Prospective Students Financial Aid General Catalog San Diego Office of Admissions and Outreach Admissions: Financial Aid Orpheus.ucsd.edu/finaid/9798toc.html San Francisco Information for Prospective Students General Catalog Santa Barbara Information for Prospective Students Financial Aid locke.ucsb.edu/ Santa Cruz Information for Prospective Students Financial Aid General Catalog UC On-Line Admissions Answers for Transfers Introducing the University 32

33 Independent Campuses Art Center College of Design Azusa Pacific University Biola University California College of Arts and Crafts California Institute of Technology California Institute of the Arts California Lutheran University Chapman University Claremont Graduate School Claremont McKenna College College of Notre Dame Cogswell Polytechnical College Concordia University Dominican College of San Rafael Fresno Pacific College Golden Gate University Harvey Mudd College John F. Kennedy University La Sierra University Loma Linda University Los Angeles College of Chiropractic Loyola Marymount University The Masters College Menlo College Mills College Monterey Institute of International Studies National University Occidental College Otis College of Art and Design Pacific Christian College Pacific Union College Pepperdine University Pitzer College Point Loma Nazarene College Pomona College Saint Mary s College of California San Francisco Art Institute San Francisco Conservatory of Music Santa Clara University Scripps College 33

34 Independent Campuses, Continued Simpson College Southern California College Stanford University Thomas Acquinas College United States International University University of LaVerne University of the Pacific University of Redlands University of San Diego University of San Francisco University of Southern California West Coast University Westmont College Whittier College Woodbury University Ot her Valuable Sites College Board FastWEB Scholarship Search Articulation Agreements Financial Aid Information Page World Lecture Hall Federal Government s Financial Aid National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators U.S. Department of Education Yahoo Search Universities/White_Pages Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and Hispanic Serving Institutions More web addresses in can be found in the following book available in the Transfer Center How To Get Into The School Of Your Dreams Using The Internet And On-line Services Transfer Center Web Site: 34

35 Transfer Planner Counseling Appointments Semester Date Time Counselor Notes Spring 20 Summer 20 Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20 Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20 Fall 20 Spring 20 Summer 20 Fall 20 35

36 Appointment Record College/University Representative Advisement Date: Time: Representative: Notes: Date: Time: Representative: Notes: Date: Time: Representative: Notes: Date: Time: Representative: Notes: Date: Time: Representative: Notes: Date: Time: Representative: Notes: Date: Time: Representative: Notes: 36

37 Presentation & Work shop Record Presentations and Workshops Attended Date: Time: Workshop: Notes: Date: Time: Workshop: Notes: Date: Time: Workshop: Notes: Date: Time: Workshop: Notes: Date: Time: Workshop: Notes: Date: Time: Workshop: Notes: Date: Time: Workshop: Notes: 37

38 Checklist Counseling appointment; SEP developed. Transfer Center orientation attended. Meeting with college/university representatives. Presentations/workshops attended. Financial aid/scholarship advisement. Application due date: Application submitted. Testing application (if applicable): test name: test date: Transfer admission application: Essay (if applicable). Letter(s) of recommendation (if applicable). Completed and reviewed. Application fee. Submitted. Date submitted: Other: Interview (if applicable). Transcript(s) requested and submitted: PCC. Other institutions. Certification requested. Other: 38

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40 PASADENA CITY COLLEGE TRANSFER CENTER 1570 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA (626)