Which is better going straight into UC or going to a community college and transfering?

Question

As said above..

Answer 1

I did my first year at a community college, and I am glad I did. I wasn't exactly sure what I wanted to do, so I took general classes that everyone has to deal with, and I'm really happy I didn't have to deal with useless classes for 3 times as much money. The only thing is just make sure the classes at the community college transfer to the university you want to go to.

Another reason I liked that I went to a community my first year is that it helped with the transformation from high school to college; especially if you're wanting to live on campus at your university. It's a huge change with just the classes, let alone being away from home with not really knowing anyone. I do reccommend living on campus though if money is avalable.... it's a hudge experience just in itself.

Try making a list of pros and cons for going to a community or going to a university right away and weigh your options. Don't stress too much on it, both ways work; it's all on your preferences and goals.

Good Luck!

Answer 2

I know so much about this because I have heard about this for this entire year. In my opinion, TRANSFER. My brother ended up going into UCR because his high school grades weren't that great. Well the thing with this is that if you go to any UC, there will be a lot of work to do. And so, it is hard to be #1 at a lower UC school. When I say "#1," I mean getting straight A's from left to right and all that stuff. In a community college, however, it is A LOT easier to be #1. The classes are a lot easier so you can simply ace them as well as actively get yourself into extra-curricular activities. If you do get almost straight A's in community college and do a lot of extra-curric., you can practically pick and choose what UC you want to transfer to. It is a lot easier and it is a lot cheaper. If you have any other questions, feel free to email. I can just talk on and on about this topic because I am in a community college now.

Answer 3

That would depend on whether you're wanting the "college experience" or you really want to learn and save some bucks. Looking at strictly a financial decision, unless you have scholarships or money is no object, go to the community college and then transfer in. If you do have the money or scholarships, do go in to UC as a freshman and enjoy the experience. Depending on your major, student loans will not be a bad alternative.

Answer 4

That is totally an individual choice. Both plans have merit, depending on the type of college experience you are looking to have. A community college can offer a more affordable way to get most of your general education and prerequisite course work completed. Many community colleges these days have reciprocal agreements with university systems in their state to allow transfer students who meet certain GPA marks to be auto accepted.

If you are looking to have a more traditional going away to college experience than going straight to university might be better.

Answer 5

If you have been admitted to the UC school of your choice, why would you want to go to a CC? Some people say you get to save money but this really applies to those who plan to commute from parent's home or did not receive any financial aid. Who knows what can happen at a CC in two years? You have to understand that CC will have students from all ranges and I have say that they are not the most academically motivated individuals. You are taking a huge chance. At a UC, you know that your peers already have met a certain level of academic standards.