Transfer Planning

Major Discovery Hub: Navigating Resources for Choosing Your Academic Path

The beginning of your transfer journey hinges on discovering the path that paves the way for your success. We encourage you to explore various majors, allowing you to discern which field of study resonates most with your aspirations.

Here are some resources to help you:

Associate degrees for Transfer: California Community Colleges’ ADT
Associate degrees for Transfer at Palomar: Associate Degree for Transfer – Articulation (palomar.edu)
Transfer Major Explorer: LMC Transfer Bound – Transfer Major Explorer
Palomar Pathways: Palomar Pathways
Choosing a Major: Choosing a Major – Transfer Center (palomar.edu)

Exploring Your Educational Horizon: Tools for Discovering Potential Institutions

Once you’ve decided on your desired major, let us assist you in finding institutions that offer it. Don’t hesitate to reach out to the transfer center for personalized guidance in identifying universities with your preferred major.

Resources for you:

San Diego Area Transfer: San Diego Area Transfer – Transfer Center (palomar.edu)

CSU Major & Campus Search: Associate Degree for Transfer Major and Campus Search | CSU (calstate.edu)
UC Campuses & Major Search: Campuses & majors | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)

Mapping Your Academic Journey: Navigating Course Requirements for Transfer Success

Utilize Assist.org and Palomar’s Articulations to align your coursework effectively. Consult with a Transfer Counselor to review your plan and ensure a smooth transition to your desired institution.

Check out these resources:

General Education: General Education – Articulation (palomar.edu)
Major Preparation: Welcome to ASSIST

CSU Planning

SDSU Transfer Admission Planner: Transfer Admission Planner (sdsu.edu)
CSU Transfer Planner: https://csutransfer.myliaison.com/
CSU Golden Four: “Golden Four” Completion | CSU (calstate.edu)

UC Planning

UC Transfer Admission Planner (TAP): UC Transfer Admission Planner – UC TAP | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)
UC Transfer Pathways Guide: UCOP Pathways Guide (universityofcalifornia.edu)
How UC Applications are Reviewed: How applications are reviewed | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)
UC Transfer Requirements: Transfer requirements | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)
UC 7-Course Pattern: Basic requirements | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)
UC Financial Aid: Tuition & financial aid | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)
UC Ensuring Transfer Success (ETS): Ensuring Transfer Success (universityofcalifornia.edu)
UCB Transfer Requirements: Transfer Requirements – Office of Undergraduate Admissions (berkeley.edu)
UCSD Transfer Student Application Requirements: Transfer Student Application Requirements (ucsd.edu)
UCSD Capped Majors: Selective Majors (ucsd.edu)

Planning for other institutions

Articulations to Community Colleges: Community Colleges – Articulation (palomar.edu)
Articulations to Private Universities: Private Universities – Articulation (palomar.edu)
Articulations to Out of State Universities: Out-of-State Universities – Articulation (palomar.edu)
Articulations to International Universities: International Universities – Articulation (palomar.edu)
Articulations to Extension Programs: Extension Programs – Articulation (palomar.edu)
Private and Out of State Resources: Private & Out-Of-State – Transfer Center (palomar.edu)

Recommendations by Unit Count

1 – 15 Transferable Units

See a Transfer Counselor
Start General Education, either IGETC or CSU Breadth
Start the process of deciding on a
transfer major/school.
Start Math and English as soon as
possible.
Submit any AP, IB or Official
transcripts to the Records office.
Start major prep work ASAP. For
UC/CSU go to ASSIST.org*
Consider taking COUN 101 – Transfer Success
Make Friends at Palomar to help you go through college
Visit the College Fair in October

15 – 30 Transferable Units

See a Transfer Counselor
Identify Transfer Schools
Start prep for major. Note that some majors may have high unit major preparation that is required and/or recommended to be completed prior to transfer.
Check Major Prep for UC & CSU at ASSIST.org
The more competitive your GPA, the better your chances of getting into a capped major.
Start campus visits
*Talk to Reps at the October College Fair *

30 – 45 Transferable Units

Attend UC/CSU Application Workshop
Apply for UC Transfer Admission Guarantee – TAG(September)
Apply to UCs and CSUs (October-November)
Apply for AD-T Degrees
Complete Golden Four on CSU GE
Sheet or Math and English and
Critical Thinking for UC (IGETC)
Take Campus Tours
Update Ed Plan w/Counselor
Participate in College Fair in October

45 – 60 Transferable Units

Petition for IGETC or CSU Certification
Complete remaining application requirements for UC/CSU
Meet with a counselor to make sure you are transfer ready.

Transfer Guarantee: Securing Your Path to Higher Education

Palomar College students enjoy exclusive pathways to success with guaranteed admissions to six UC campuses through TAG, seamless transfer to UCSD via UniversityLink, and streamlined entry to SDSU via their TAG program along with 6 additional UCs via UC TAG.

Resources to Check out:

UniversityLink: UniversityLink (ucsd.edu)
UC Transfer Admission Planner: UC Transfer Admission Planner – UC TAP | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)
UC Transfer Admission Guarantee: Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)
- UC Davis TAG: TAG Requirements | UC Davis
- UC Irvine TAG: Guaranteed Admissions | Office of Undergraduate Admissions | UCI
- UC Riverside TAG: Transfer Admission Guarantee | Apply | Undergraduate Admissions | UCR
- UC Santa Cruz TAG: TAG: Transfer Admission Guarantee (ucsc.edu)
- UC Santa Barbara TAG: Transfer Admission Guarantee | Undergraduate Admissions (ucsb.edu)
- UC Merced TAG: Transfer: TAG | Undergraduate Admissions (ucmerced.edu)
Majors at SDSU not at CSUSM: Majors Not Offered by CSU San Marcos | SDSU

Bridging Academics: Unveiling the Spectrum of Cross-Enrollment Opportunities

Palomar students have the unique opportunity to cross-enroll at various campuses, including popular choices like CSUSM, SDSU, and UCSD. Broaden your educational experience by exploring diverse campuses and resources beyond Palomar.

Palomar Cross-Enrollment Form: Palomar-Cross-Enrollment-Form-1.pdf
CSUSM Cross Enrollment: Cross Enrollment Intersystem | Office of the Registrar | CSUSM

SDSU Cross-Enrollment: Cross Enrollment Program | Office of the Registrar | SDSU
UCSD Cross-Enrollment: Cross-Campus Enrollment (UC Online) (ucsd.edu)

California Virtual Campus: California Virtual Campus (CVC) Exchange – Palomar College Financial Aid Office

Transfer Application Toolkit: Empowering Students to Navigate the Final Steps

Congratulations on reaching a significant milestone in your academic journey! Once you’ve completed 60 transferable units, including the golden four for CSU or the 7-course pattern for UCs, you’ll be eligible to transfer with junior standing. You’re now on the path to new opportunities and continued success. Well done!