RCC Transfer Center

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

	TransferCenter@rcc.edu
	@rcc.transfercenter
	Transfer Center Canvas

UC Application Workshops:

Virtual Drop-Ins

Do you have quick questions or need additional assistance? Our counselors are available! Get help with understanding the transfer process, requirements, and more. 

In-Person Assistance

Personal Insight Question Assistance with RCC's English Faculty

Important Steps

Choose 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.

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 the minimum GPA requirements for your chosen transfer schools.

Meet With a Counselor

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

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.

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. 

Have questions? Look through our College Contacts List for guidance on who to contact. 

Important Documents

• CSU Cheat Sheet
• Private and Independent College Sheet
• UC Cheat Sheet