Transfer 101

The Basics

1. California University (CSU) and University of California (UC)
2. General Education Pattern:
3. The Golden Four: *CSU’s require all transfer students to complete the Golden Four prior to transferring
4. Steps to a Successful Transfer
   • Meet with a transfer counselor
   • Create an educational plan
   • Learn about the application process
   • Attend workshops/presentations
   • Meet with university representatives
   • Choose target universities and take a visit
5. Applying at a University / University Deadlines (Might be repetitive with CSU + UC section if added)
6. Transfer Admission Guarantee (ADT)*
   • List of Merced College ADTs + the schools we have agreements with