Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Request a Transcript?

For Current Students:

1. Log into your OneLogin Student Portal

2. Click Student Services

3. Click on Student Records

4. Request Official or Unofficial Transcript

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For Former Students:

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What Does the Transfer Process Look Like?

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Select a major (consider personal interest, your personal values, and potential career opportunities).
Meet regularly with an academic counselor to make sure you are staying on track, and have updated educational plans.
Explore universities! Attend workshops, fairs, university tours, and meet with university representatives. Consider the location of the university, the size of the university, the programs offered, the support services available, and your financial means.
Make sure to check in with a transfer counselor to make sure you are taking the correct courses and meeting the university's requirements. Discuss opportunities such as UC TAG, Associate's Degree for Transfer, and Transfer Honors Programs.
Get started with the application early! Make sure you have all of your required documents (such as transcripts and letters of recommendation), and begin working on your personal statement, personal interest questions, and supplemental application (if applicable to the school you are applying to).
Meet with a counselor to petition for your degree from Cañada and RSVP for commencement if you would like to attend.
Pay attention to deadlines!
Apply for FAFSA.
After you submit your application, make sure to regularly check your email for updates, and log into your new student portal once you receive further instructions. Make sure to check if further follow up information is needed, such as Official Transcripts with Final Grades.
Once accepted, check your new student portal for your university regularly to complete required steps, such as new student orientation and meeting with a counselor.

What are the Deadlines and Fees for Transfer?

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California State University (CSU)
- Application Deadlines:
  - Spring 2025: August 1 - 31, 2024*
    - *Make sure to check if your campus and major is accepting Spring admits.
  - Fall 2025: October 1 - November 30, 2024
- Application Fee:
  - $70
University of California (UC)
- Application Deadlines:
  - Winter 2025: July 1 - 31, 2024*
  - Spring 2025: July 1 - 31, 2024*
  - Fall 2025: October 1 - November 30, 2024
    - *Only UC Merced and UC Riverside accept applications for Winter/Spring term
- Application Fees:
  - $80 for California Residents
  - $95 for International Students
Out of State, Private, and Independent Universities
- Application Deadlines:
  - See University's website for specific instructions
- Application Fees
  - $55-90
  - See University's website for specific instructions

What Requirements Do I Have to Complete to Transfer to a CSU, UC, or Private University?

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CSUs
- General Education
  - CSU GE Breadth = 39 units
    OR
    IGETC for CSU = 37
- Minimum GPA
  - Minimum GPA 2.0
    Out of local area = 3.0- 3.8
    The average GPA is 3.0 -.3.5 Some campuses and majors are selective and require a higher GPA
- Units
  - A minimum of 60 transferable semester units for Upper Division transfer
- Major
  - Important to complete lower division major requirements, specially for impacted programs. For more information visit www.assist.org and the campus program website.
  - Meet with a transfer counselor for assistance
- Estimated Cost for California Resident
  - Approximately $25,000- $36,000 per year(Including tuition, books & living expenses based on off-campus)
UCs
- General Education
  - IGETC for UC =
    34-41 units OR
    7 course pattern OR Individual College Breadth
    Visit www.assist.org
- Minimum GPA
  - Calif. Res. a minimum of 2.4
    Non-Res. a minimum of 2.8
    The Average GPA is 3.2 to 3.8
    Some campuses and selective majors require a higher GPA.
- Units
  - A minimum of 60 transferable semester units
- Major
  - Lower division major Course work is essential! Focus on:
    1. Major and GPA requirements
    2. English and Math preparation
    3. General Education requirements
    www.assist.org
- Estimated Cost for California Residents
  - Approximately:
    $40,000 Living off-campus (resident)
    $74,200 Off-campus (non-Resident) per year
  - (includes tuition, books & living expenses)
Independent/Private Colleges and Universities
- General Education
  - Some campuses use the IGETC and others have a GE pattern specific to the campus.
- Minimum GPA
  - 2.0-3.8 (varies campus to campus)
- Units
  - A minimum of 24-30 units or more (varies campus to campus)
- Major
  - More flexible. It is recommended to complete lower division major requirements before transferring
- Estimated Cost for California Residents
  - 54,000 to $85,000 per year
    (includes tuition, books & living expenses)
Out of State Colleges or Universities
- Visit the Admission website at the out-of-state colleges or universities that you are considering. Work with a College Counselor and/or the Transfer program Supervisor/Counselor to explore the admission and requirements listed in the university catalog that include general education and lower division major coursework. See the Transfer Center website for additional information and online search engines tools.