How do I find out if a Cuesta College course transfers?
The transferability of courses can be found in the Cuesta College
catalog or on www.assist.org.
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Are there a maximum number of credit hours I can transfer?
As a general rule, universities will apply a maximum of 70 credit hours toward your bachelor's degree. See a Counselor
for more information.
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What is the minimum GPA for transfer?
Some majors and some colleges are impacted and will require a higher GPA for admission.
The minimum GPA needed to qualify for admission to a California State University (CSU) is 2.0. The minimum GPA
needed to qualify for admission to the University of California (UC) is 2.4. The GPA needed for qualify for
admission to private colleges varies so please check the college catalog.
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What is a competitive GPA for transfer?
To be accepted to an impacted program or a very popular campus, the GPA for admission will need to be considerably
higher than the minimum required. The GPA will vary each year according to the specific campus, major, and
applicant pool at that time. See a counselor for more information.
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What is the difference between a CSU and a UC?
The California State University (CSU) is the system of
higher education in California that grants the most bachelor's degrees. The CSU also grants master's degrees. The
CSU has a more practical, career-oriented approach to education in contrast to the more theoretical approach
offered by the UC.
The University of California (UC) is the research system of public higher education in California. The UC
grants professional and doctorate degrees, as well as bachelor's and master's degrees.
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If I get an A.A./A.S. (associate in arts/science degree), can I automatically
transfer to a bachelor's degree granting institution?
No, an associate degree from Cuesta College means that you have completed a community college degree. In
the process of completing your requirements to transfer, you may obtain an A.A./A.S. degree if you
select classes carefully. See a counselor for more information.
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What is the difference between an associate degree and a bachelor's degree?
An associate degree is a degree granted by community colleges to students who complete a specified
program of study, usually totaling 60 credit hours.
A bachelor's degree or baccalaureate is a degree granted upon completion of at least 124 term
credit hours or 180 quarter credit hours. Bachelor's of Arts and Bachelor's of Science Degrees are offered by the California State
Universities, the University of California and many private or out-of-state four-year colleges and
universities.
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