Transfer Center

Transferring to a university for your bachelor's degree is a big step. At the RCC Transfer Center, we're here to help. Explore our resources to make the transition smoother and achieve your goals.

Contact Us

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Virtual Drop-ins

Thursday, 10 am - Noon

  • Zoom Meeting ID: 883 5062 3563
  • Passcode: Transfer

In-Person Hours

Thursday 12:30 - 2:30 pm

orange checkChoose Your Major

Your major shapes your four-year academic journey and future career path at RCC. Explore career options using O*Net or meet with a Career Center Representative. Consider enrolling in GUI-47: Career Exploration and Life Planning.

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Choose a Transfer School

Research transfer universities early due to differing requirements and majors. Consider at least three options: a first choice, second, and third for backup.

  • Use Transferbound to explore majors at California Public Institutions.
  • Explore 23 CSU options.
  • Use UC Major Search to explore available majors and campuses.
  • Compare UC and CSU systems for a detailed understanding.
  • Check minimum GPA requirements for your chosen transfer schools.

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Meet With a Counselor

Schedule a counseling appointment with transfer schools in mind to include required coursework in your Student Education Plan.

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Complete Your Coursework 

Aim for a minimum of 60 transferable units by the time you transfer, covering major coursework, general education, and electives.

  • Consider completing IGETC or CSU General Education Patterns based on your transfer goals.
  • Use Assist.org to verify completion of required coursework for your chosen transfer schools.
  • Complete the Golden 4 courses within your first year at RCC.
  • Retake any course with a grade of D or F from the original institution.

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Create Your Transfer Planner

  • UC applicants create a Transfer Admission Planner.
    • UC TAP is a free online tool to help prospective UC transfer students track and plan their coursework.
  • CSU applicants create a CSU Transfer Planner.
    • The Transfer Planner allows students to track coursework, compare GPA admission requirements, and receive helpful tips on transferring. 

Transfer Timeline

 

Apply for Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) if you are planning to transfer to a CSU in fall

  • To apply log into MyPortal and Choose Degree Application under the Academic Profile Section

 

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Attend RCC Transfer Fair

Apply for FAFSA/Dream Act for next academic year

Apply for Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) if you are planning to transfer to a CSU in fall

  • To apply log into MyPortal and Choose Degree Application under the Academic Profile Section

Check e-mail for important university notifications

Apply for RCC graduation

FAFSA/Dream Act priority filling deadline for Cal grant

Attend RCC Transfer Recognition Ceremony