California
Community College to 4-Year: California’s TAG Program
As a way to save money, many students choose to go to a community college for the first 2 years and then move on to a 4-year university to complete their degree. It’s a smart financial move. If you’re considering going to a community college in California and then transferring to a University of California…
California’s “A Degree With a Guarantee”
It is now easier for California students at a community college to transfer to a California State University (CSU), thanks to a new program. On October 2, 2012, the California Community System and the CSU introduced the “A Degree With A Guarantee” website to inform students on the steps necessary for a guaranteed transfer to…
Higher Education and the Governor’s Budget
Have you noticed that tuition rates for California college have been increasing steadily over the past 10 years? From 2008‑09 through 2011‑12, the state of California reduced funding for higher education by $2.65 billion. This has resulted in significant increases in student tuition and fees and declining course offerings, making it difficult for students to…