Quick Comparison of Colleges & Universities

University of California
(UC)

California State University
(CSU)

Private / Independent California Colleges & Universities

Campuses

70 +

Transfer Admission Requirements

● 60 transferable units
● Minimum 2.4 GPA
● Two transferable courses in
    English (ENGL G100 +
    G110)
● One transferable course in
    Mathematics
● Four transferable courses
    chosen from:
      Arts & Humanities,
      Social / Behavior Science
      Physical / Biological
      Science
● Language other than
    English requirements
● Preparation for the major

● 60 transferable units
    (GWC courses 100-299)
● Minimum 2.0 GPA
● 30 units of General
    Education coursework
    with a “C” grade or
  higher, including:
    Oral Communication
    Written Communication
    Critical Thinking
    Mathematics
● Preparation for the major

● Requirements will
    vary.
● Some colleges /
    universities will
    accept the IGETC or
    CSU GE-Breadth
    pattern.
● Minimum 2.0 GPA
    (many are higher)

Academic Calendar

8 Campuses on Quarter System
2 on Semester (Berkeley and Merced)

16 Campuses on Semester System
7 on Quarter System

Varies by campus
Refer to individual catalog

Degrees Awarded

Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate, Professional degrees. Teaching Credentials.

Bachelor’s Master’s, Ed.D. at selected campuses. Teaching Credentials.
Doctorate at select campuses–in conjunction with UC/Private Campus.

Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate, Professional degrees. Teaching Credential

Approximate Cost of Attendance*
(Tuition Per Year)
*Does not include
books, room & board,
transportation, or
personal expenses.

CA Residents: $11,125/year

Non-Residents are required to pay out-of state tuition.

CA Residents: $5,130/year

Non-Residents are required to pay out-of-state tuition

Varies – Refer to individual catalog.

Financial Aid

Scholarships, Grants, Loans, Work Study

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