[na6ar3b0sh1]

i have a 2. something and cant applied for UCs. with my major i need a 3.0 to get into a UC.
just don't mess around and work hard. aim for easy classes and it will do you good :]. thats what my friend did and got a 3.5 and above and got into UCD in 2 years as a biochem major.

[supa'Wanki]

Ok so you know how theres the IGETC requirement and the requirements to get into the major when you transfer? so if i decide to transfer to a UC and I change my major in my second year before i transfer, what happens then? do i have to take classes for the major im switching to during CC? doesnt that mean i'll have to spend another year in CC to make up for the classes i need to take for the major?

[GO!zilla]

Ok so you know how theres the IGETC requirement and the requirements to get into the major when you transfer? so if i decide to transfer to a UC and I change my major in my second year before i transfer, what happens then? do i have to take classes for the major im switching to during CC? doesnt that mean i'll have to spend another year in CC to make up for the classes i need to take for the major?

just continue to try and finish ur IGETC asap.
some of the 'major' courses you took for your previous major might also be in the IGETC requirements.

even if you go to a regular 4 year uni, the main emphasis the first 2 years is getting your general ed done.
some uni's even prefer you taking major courses at their school.

put GE's ahead of your major courses but also try to get some of the major courses done.


whats the previous major? what are u trying to major in? transfer from what school to which uc?

[reteP]

to those who transferred...after transferring in as a junior, how well did you adjust? was it hard to make new friends since you werent at the school the first few years?

[GO!zilla]

to those who transferred...after transferring in as a junior, how well did you adjust? was it hard to make new friends since you werent at the school the first few years?

i'll tell you at the end of this quarter

[ngaouction]

to those who transferred...after transferring in as a junior, how well did you adjust? was it hard to make new friends since you werent at the school the first few years?

It depends on how outgoing you are. Truthfully, most transfers have a hard first quarter/semester (or at least most of the transfers I know). You have to adjust to a new academic system, possibly live in a new town and figure out what you're going to do with life after 2 years.

The best way to adjust is to take it easy in terms of school (take a regular amount of units, don't overdo it), go to the events the school throws (there should be a lot at the beginning of the year), and check out clubs here and there. Joining a group you enjoy is the best way to meet people and make friends.

[musicfan]

I'm nervous. Monday I will meet with a counselor. Orientation is on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Took the accuplacer test. I want to will succeed.

[meringue]

Would it be a good idea to fulfill some undergraduate requirements during the summer? Or would that time be better spent doing volunteer work?

I've got a lot of requirements so I want to finish them in under 2 years, but at the same time, I want to be a competitive applicant by adding extracurriculars.

[ngaouction]

You don't really need to worry about volunteer work (although it obviously doesn't hurt). If anything, doing internships (or research if you're getting into the sciences) is what looks really good because it's basically a precursor to what you're going to be doing in the work force.

If you have the money, take summer school. Otherwise you should be able to fulfill all your requirements during the regular school year.

[shiiii]

Hi.

I'm currently in high school and will be graduating in 2009. I have some questions and some need of clarification. I hope that any one can take the time to help me also!

So to be begin with, I had my whole mind set on entering a community college the first 2 years and transfer to a UC. This is because I heard that:

1. You'll be saving a lot of money (I already know that is true)
2. Besides saving money, it's easier and you'll be taking core classes, same as in your first 2 years of a UC anyways. (I know the classes are easier at a community college, but is it true that during your freshmen and sophmore year at a UC, you'll be only taking core classes like you would at a community college?)

Then I heard some disadvantages:
1. It's a waste of time at a community college if you already know what you want to major in.
2. Starting at a community college means that the salary in your career afterwards will be less than if you started at a university.
3. Might not be able to study abroad when you transfer your junior year. (I want to major in East Asian Studies and study abroad in one of the countries such as Japan, China, Korea, so I'm wondering does transfer students have a disadvantage in this?)

So besides wanting clarifcations about what I listed above, I'm really trying to figure out what path is right for me (community first? or straight to a 4 year?) and I am willing and wanting to take other people's opinions and what they would chose if they were in my shoes.

I know my major, I don't mind not having the social oppurtunity you would have at a 4 year University, I don't mind not being away from home, and last but not least, I don't qualify for finiancial aid but there still isn't enough money my parent's can provide for me.

Basically, I wanted to attend community college to save up a lot of money for my BA. That is the main reason. But if going to a 4 year will benefit my major and career in the future, I also don't mind taking out loans. I know I have to be very restricted and maintain careful planning in my finiance.

So what do you guys think? Thank you again if you took the time to read and help me out. =)

[GO!zilla]

Hi.

I'm currently in high school and will be graduating in 2009. I have some questions and some need of clarification. I hope that any one can take the time to help me also!

So to be begin with, I had my whole mind set on entering a community college the first 2 years and transfer to a UC. This is because I heard that:

1. You'll be saving a lot of money (I already know that is true)
2. Besides saving money, it's easier and you'll be taking core classes, same as in your first 2 years of a UC anyways. (I know the classes are easier at a community college, but is it true that during your freshmen and sophmore year at a UC, you'll be only taking core classes like you would at a community college?) The classes aren't easier if you go to a good faculty CC. IE: A lot of professors have taught at UC's and other 4 year institutions but decided to teach at SMC. So yea.. the classes aren't easier but it's pretty much the same material. However, it's easier to get into school of your choice comparing it to high school.

Then I heard some disadvantages:
1. It's a waste of time at a community college if you already know what you want to major in.False. Why would it be a waste of time? First 2 years, you usually get your GE's over and done with. There are major reqs u can take as well.
2. Starting at a community college means that the salary in your career afterwards will be less than if you started at a university.False. An AA degree will get you less if you don't have a bachelors. When employers ask what uni you graduated from... look at your diploma and what will it say? Your community college name and the 4 year uni name? NOPE... only the 4 year institution you graduated from.
3. Might not be able to study abroad when you transfer your junior year. (I want to major in East Asian Studies and study abroad in one of the countries such as Japan, China, Korea, so I'm wondering does transfer students have a disadvantage in this?) This is somewhat true because usually application process takes a while. If your on your toes and you get things done asap, im pretty sure its possible.

So besides wanting clarifcations about what I listed above, I'm really trying to figure out what path is right for me (community first? or straight to a 4 year?) and I am willing and wanting to take other people's opinions and what they would chose if they were in my shoes.

I know my major, I don't mind not having the social oppurtunity you would have at a 4 year University, I don't mind not being away from home, and last but not least, I don't qualify for finiancial aid but there still isn't enough money my parent's can provide for me.

Basically, I wanted to attend community college to save up a lot of money for my BA. That is the main reason. But if going to a 4 year will benefit my major and career in the future, I also don't mind taking out loans. I know I have to be very restricted and maintain careful planning in my finiance.

So what do you guys think? Thank you again if you took the time to read and help me out. =)If i were you, id go to CC. I'm debt free and during the time i went to CC, I paid for my books and tuition... and also i now have enough money to pay for things at my 4 year uni. Don't waste money when you don't have to.

[hiien]

i'll tell you at the end of this quarter

Be sure to tell us. I wanna know what it's like to be a transferred student so that I can prepared when it's my turn. =]

Where are you going btw?

[GO!zilla]

Be sure to tell us. I wanna know what it's like to be a transferred student so that I can prepared when it's my turn. =]

Where are you going btw?

cal poly... for me its budget more than anything
i was tag and tap eligible but UC's cost too much keke.

[Kanhlaya]

Okay All the English classes are full; how can I get into the class??? Just go in and beg the teacher? Oh the waitlist is also full btw.... Maximum is 3 people. The limit is 10

[PDURRR]

you can either sit in there and try to get added on by hoping that some people don't show up on the first day

well at my cc anyways (bc if you don't show up on day1...automatically dropped)

or just take it next semester or winter/summer session

[Kanhlaya]

^ Okay thank you!

I'm a first year student. Do I HAVE to take english this fall frist semester? Or if I can't get added in at all, can I take it next semester?

[Kanhlaya]

Ooopppsss. Ignore this double post

[PDURRR]

no you don't have to...i haven't taken english yet...hahah because i got a mediocre score...and ended up scoring 1 class below college level english...so im gonna retake my test after this semester and hope i score college level english so my friend and i can take it together hahaha...and i've been at my cc for errr 2 semesters and 1 summersession

[F999KR]

I go to a CC now . It's my second year, and due to my lack of math skills and my major, I'll have to be there for 3.

[GO!zilla]

I go to a CC now . It's my second year, and due to my lack of math skills and my major, I'll have to be there for 3.

theres no shame in that