| University of California (UC) | California State University (CSU) | Private / Independent California Colleges & Universities | |
| Campuses | 10 | 23 | 70 + |
| Transfer Admission Requirements | 60 transferable units Minimum 2.4 GPA Two transferable courses inEnglish (ENGL G100 +G110) One transferable course inMathematics 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 GeneralEducation course work with a C grade or higher, including:Oral CommunicationWritten CommunicationCritical ThinkingMathematics Preparation for the major | Requirements will vary. Some colleges /universities will accept the IGETC orCSU GE-Breadthpattern. 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 SystemVaries by campus | Refer to individual catalog |
| Degrees Awarded | Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate, Professional degrees. Teaching Credentials. | Bachelors Masters, Ed.D. at selected campuses. Teaching Credentials. Doctorate at select campuses in conjunction with UC/Private Campus. | Associates, Bachelors, Masters, 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 | Scholarships, Grants, Loans, Work Study | Scholarships, Grants, Loans, Work Study |
| Main Website | www.universityofcalifornia.edu | ww.calstate.edu www.csumentor.edu | www.aiccu.edu |
