Transfer Center
The Transfer Center is available to assist students in making their transition to a four-year college/university. Among the many services available to students are CSU/UC application workshops, on-campus visits by university representatives, visits to university campuses, articulation information, and agreements with colleges/universities. At each site this information can be acquired from the counselor or advisor.
Upcoming Events
| Date & Time | Location | Event |
|---|---|---|
| February 5th, 2013 12:30p-1:30p | MB 350 | CSU Long Beach Information Session regarding the Engineering Program Are you interested in Engineering? Cerro Coso can prepare you to transfer to the CSU, Long Beach Engineering program in Lancaster, CA (and engineering program that’s only 90 miles away!!!). CSU, Long Beach representatives will be presenting information about both the mechanical and electrical engineering programs that are available in Lancaster. |
| February 5th, 2013 6:00p-7:00p | Burroughs High School Library | CSU Long Beach Information Session regarding the Engineering Program Are you interested in Engineering? Cerro Coso can prepare you to transfer to the CSU, Long Beach Engineering program in Lancaster, CA (and engineering program that’s only 90 miles away!!!). CSU, Long Beach representatives will be presenting information about both the mechanical and electrical engineering programs that are available in Lancaster. |
| February 21st, 2013 11:00a-1:30p | MB 224 | National University at Cerro Coso Are you interested in attending the online college National University? A National University representative will be on the Cerro Coso campus to answer your questions about attending National University. Also, learn more about scholarships that are available to Cerro Coso students that transfer to National University. |
| February 28th, 2013 10:30a-2:00p | MB 224 | CSU Bakersfield at Cerro Coso Are you interested in transferring to CSU, Bakersfield? A CSUB representative will be on the Cerro Coso (IWV) campus to meet with you individually to answer your questions regarding admissions, transfer questions, associate degrees for transfer, and general questions. Take advantage of this opportunity to ask your questions and get answers. You must sign up at the Cerro Coso Counseling Desk to reserve your appointment time to meet with the CSUB rep. |
| March 14th, 2013 11:00a-1:30p | MB 224 | National University at Cerro Coso Are you interested in attending the online college National University? A National University representative will be on the Cerro Coso campus to answer your questions about attending National University. Also, learn more about scholarships that are available to Cerro Coso students that transfer to National University. |
| March 28th, 2013 10:30a-2:00p | MB 224 | CSU Bakersfield at Cerro Coso Are you interested in transferring to CSU, Bakersfield? A CSUB representative will be on the Cerro Coso (IWV) campus to meet with you individually to answer your questions regarding admissions, transfer questions, associate degrees for transfer, and general questions. Take advantage of this opportunity to ask your questions and get answers. You must sign up at the Cerro Coso Counseling Desk to reserve your appointment time to meet with the CSUB rep. |
| April 18th, 2013 11:00a-1:30p | MB 224 | National University at Cerro Coso Are you interested in attending the online college National University? A National University representative will be on the Cerro Coso campus to answer your questions about attending National University. Also, learn more about scholarships that are available to Cerro Coso students that transfer to National University. |
| April 25th, 2013 10:30a-2:00p | MB 224 | CSU Bakersfield at Cerro Coso Are you interested in transferring to CSU, Bakersfield? A CSUB representative will be on the Cerro Coso (IWV) campus to meet with you individually to answer your questions regarding admissions, transfer questions, associate degrees for transfer, and general questions. Take advantage of this opportunity to ask your questions and get answers. You must sign up at the Cerro Coso Counseling Desk to reserve your appointment time to meet with the CSUB rep. |
General Information
- Cerro Coso Community College offers "lower division" (freshman and sophomore level) General Education and major preparation courses equivalent to those at a four year university. After you transfer, you will complete your "upper division" courses at the university.
Prior to Your First Semester
- Take the assessment test for English, Math, and Reading. You can make an appointment to take these tests by contacting the Cerro Coso campus nearest you.
- File the FAFSA in January or February of the year prior to when you will be attending school. Visit the Financial Aid Office website to learn more. You can access the FAFSA form at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Your First Semester
- Make an appointment with a counselor to set up a Student Education Plan (SEP).
- Begin your English, math, and reading in your first semester.
- Determine which General Education (GE) pattern you should follow (IGETC or CSU Certification).
- CSU Certification - general education transfer pattern for students planning to transfer to any campus in the California State University system.
- IGETC - general education transfer pattern for students planning to transfer to any campus in the University of California syste.
- To determine major preparation coursework, please visit www.assist.org. (Keep in mind that for some majors it is more important to complete major preparation than to complete the general education requirements. Please discuss this with your counselor.
- Check to see if your major is impacted; for CSU go to www.calstate.edu/SAS/impactioninfo.shtml and for UC, please see your college counselor. If your major is impacted you may have to meet supplemental admission criteria.
During Your Time at Cerro Coso Community College
- Meet with your counselor each semester to check your academic progress and to make sure the classes you are taking will transfer.
- Visit the Career and Transfer Center
- — Sign up for Transfer Q&A Workshop (offered mid-semester)
- — Meet with university representatives (check Career and Transfer Center Board for Rep visits)
- Prioritize completion of core classes
- — CSU Golden Four: Math, Critical Thinking, Oral Communication, and English Composition
- — UC Seven Course Pattern: See the IGETC GE Pattern
- Complete a minimum of 60 transferable units.
The Year Before You Transfer
- For fall admission, apply a year in advance of when you plan on transferring.
- You can apply online to CSU at www.csumentor.edu and/or UC at www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions
- Fall application period: CSU: October 1st—November 30th; UC: November 1st—30th.
- Complete the FAFSA in January to ensure your financial aid award for the upcoming year. Also, check out scholarship opportunities.
- You will be notified of your acceptance in late March or April
- Let the Career and Transfer Center know when you have been accepted, because a huge CONGRATULATIONS will be inorder!!!
Cerro Coso College Board Code: 004027
Top