Columbia College University of California (UC)

Campus Location:
Manzanita 290

Contact Information:
Phone: 209.588.5109
Fax: 209.588.5330

Email:
(not to make appointments)
ccccounseling@yosemite.edu

Fall/Spring Hours:
Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Summer Hours:
Mon-Thurs 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

What are the requirements to transfer to a UC campus?
- Most students transfer to the UC’s with "upper-division standing." Meeting the minimum transfer requirements does not guarantee admission. Meet with a Columbia College counselor to maximize your competitiveness for UC transfer.

Are the UC’s affordable?
- Yes, check out the cost calculators and Blue & Gold Opportunity Plan to find out information specific to you.
- Financial Planning options for university transfers available through the TRiO department; call 209-588-5066 to schedule an appointment today!

Do the UC’s really offer a Guaranteed Transfer (TAG)?
- Yes, check out the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) and start filling out your Transfer Admission Planner (TAP) to get started.

What majors are available at specific UC universities?
- The UC’s publish a list of degree programs organized by specific campuses. Please note, this was last updated in 2019.
- This "Campus Major Explorer" website, hosted by Los Medanos college, allows you to search which UC campuses offer specific majors and disciplines.
- The University of California website lists majors offered at each UC campus.

How do I pick which universities to apply to?

(University exploration)
- Picking the right place to earn your degree is an important part of applying to the UC. The University of California website provides an overview of each campus, including virtual tours!

How do you complete the UC application?
- These easy-to-follow YouTube videos provide an overview of the Transfer Application process.
- Academic Counselors are available to assist with questions and can review your application prior to submission.

Steps you need to complete AFTER you submit your application:
- After you have submitted your transfer application, you still need to consider housing, financial aid & scholarships, signing up for orientation, and selecting the university you want to attend! The TRiO program created this document called "Congratulations, You’ve Applied! Now What?!" that will guide you along this process.

Can I study abroad as a transfer student?
- Yes! Each University of California campus has a wide variety of study abroad options. Your financial aid will go with you when you study abroad and you can work with your UC campus study abroad office to make sure your classes count toward your major. To start looking at options, visit the UC Education Abroad Program website and visit the Career and Transfer Center at Columbia College.

Where can I go for more information?
- The University of California website contains information on requirements, campuses, programs, financial aid, the application process, and more!
- Academic Counselors are available to assist you. Make an appointment today!

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