Winter | Spring Admissions Process

If applying to a California State University (CSU), create an account on the CSU Transfer Planner and begin filling out the application.
If applying to a University of California (UC) school, create an account on the Transfer Admission Planner (TAP) and begin filling out the application.
Start working on your Personal Insight Questions (UC).
Visit CSU | UC websites for universities of interest.
- Check for supplemental criteria that may be required for
  admissions.
Meet with a counselor to verify if you are transfer ready.
- Be sure to:
  - Check eligibility for Academic Renewal if you have substandard grades (D or F).
  - Pay attention to due dates for university applications and supplemental applications.
Check out our University Representative webpage.
Apply for your CSU or IGETC Certification/Associate Degree(s) if completing requirements by the end of spring.

If applying for UC TAG, submit TAG Application no later than May 31.
- Check TAG Requirements for the UC school you are interested in.

File or renew your FAFSA Application or CA Dream Act Application.
- Add the names of all the universities to which you will apply.
Apply for your CSU or IGETC Certification/Associate Degree(s) if completing requirements by the end of summer.

For winter/spring admission, check to see which University of California (UC) campuses are open.
Complete a UC Admission Application.
UC application fee per campus is $80. Fee waiver requests are embedded in the UC Application.
Schedule an Application Review Appointment with a counselor to ensure your application has no mistakes.
Submit UC Application by July 31.
Keep copies of your application and/or confirmation number for your records.
VERY IMPORTANT: Check your email regularly after applying. There may be deadlines and directions for setting up university portal accounts.

Check to see which California State University campuses are open for spring admission.
Attend a CSU/UC Admission Application Workshop.
Complete a CSU Admission Application.
CSU Admission Application fee per campus is $70. Fee waiver requests are embedded in the CSU Application.
Schedule an Application Review Appointment with a counselor to ensure your application has no mistakes.
Submit CSU Admission Application by August 31.
Keep copies of your application and/or confirmation number for your records.
VERY IMPORTANT: Check your email regularly after applying. There may be deadlines and directions for setting up university portal accounts.
Apply for your CSU or IGETC Certification/Associate Degree(s) if completing requirements by the end of fall.
Check out our University Road Trips and University Representative webpage.

Submit official transcripts via your Hancock portal if asked by the university.
Submit, if any, supplemental applications by the scheduled deadline.
If you have not filed your FAFSA Application or CA Dream Act Application, do so immediately.
Attend University Transfer Day hosted by the UTC.
Research scholarship opportunities. Universities may have separate scholarship applications on their financial aid webpage.
Apply for your CSU or IGETC Certification/Associate Degree(s) if completing requirements by the end of fall.
Admission decisions typically start to roll out between September and October.
Begin to explore housing options. Housing information is usually included in your offer for admission and/or along with your Student Intent to Enroll (SIR).

To earn a Transfer Recognition Award complete the form to let the University Transfer Center know where you will be attending in the winter/spring.
If you applied for financial aid, you will receive a financial aid award. This award is most often posted to your university portal. The financial aid award will provide a detailed description of how much money you will receive at the university.
If possible, visit prospective campuses during fall open house events. Check out our University Virtual Events page for upcoming transfer events.
Submit your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) to the UC or CSU school of your choice. See your university portal for exact deadlines.
Attend your university orientation! Some campuses will have a transfer-specific orientation.
Submit your final official transcripts & AP scores to the university you are attending. Deadlines vary!

Check your email on a regular basis for important updates, requirements, and documents you need to send to each university.
Check your university portal regularly! Missing important deadlines often means a withdrawal of your application.
If you have questions, don't hesitate to ask a counselor for help!

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