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On this page you'll find a variety of resources to support your transfer journey. Visit our Transfer Center Linktree for resources that change throughout the year.

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Tools to plan for transfer

General Education Patterns for Transfer

Every university requires that students complete general education classes in order to graduate. Most CSU and UC campuses expect students to complete a specific number of general education courses prior to transfer. Completing one of the general education patterns below may help you complete lower division general education coursework and prepare for transfer. If you have questions about completing general education, please connect with a counselor.

Beginning Fall 2025, Cal-GETC is the single pattern California community college students may use to complete lower division general education requirements. Cal-GETC is accepted by CSU, UC, and many private universities. Note: Some colleges may require additional general education requirements, including upper division general education courses in order to graduate.

May be used by students who began college before fall 2025 and maintained continous enrollment who plan to transfer to a CSU campus. 

May be used by students who began college before fall 2025 and maintained continous enrollment who plan to transfer to a CSU or UC campus. Private universities may accept IGETC.


Resources by Major

  • Architecture
    Guide to architecture programs in California, courtesy of MCC Transfer Center
  • Engineering Programs
    Engineering programs grid, courtesty of MCC Transfer Center
  • Nursing
    Compare Nursing Programs, including acceptance rates and TEAS scores at many colleges
  • Pre-Med
    California Medicine Scholars Program offers mentorship and guidance to pre-med California Community College students. Pre-Med CC offers virtual workshops and mentorship for pre-med students in community colleges

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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.

APIA Scholars Scholarship

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.

UC Press Release

UCLA Press Release

 

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.  

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.

Cal-HBCU Grant

Moore Family 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.