Orange Coast College has once again earned recognition as Orange County's top transfer college, leading community colleges in combined transfers to California State University and University of California campuses. Known for its exceptional student support and wide range of academic programs, OCC continues to be the premier starting point for students pursuing four-year degrees.
Data from CSU and UC systems has placed OCC at the top in total transfers - 1,274 students to CSU and 469 to UC for a combined total of 1,743 students - validating its proven track record of getting community college students to the next level.
At OCC, students have access to exclusive guaranteed transfer agreements and priority consideration with several colleges and universities, including UC Irvine, UC Santa Barbara, UCLA, Loyola Marymount, Chapman University, Arizona State University, and more.
In December of 2025, OCC formalized a new agreement with California State University, Fullerton designed to expand transfer opportunities and support student success. The partnership provides OCC students with an enhanced admissions pathway compared to standard or local Grade Point Average (GPA) thresholds. The agreement establishes a defined pathway for eligible OCC students who meet minimum academic requirements to transition to Cal State Fullerton and is intended to strengthen transfer outcomes and degree completion.
In November of 2025, OCC was awarded nearly $6 million for workforce development & STEM transfer initiatives as part of a multi-year investment from the Samueli Foundation, aimed at enhancing workforce development programs and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) transfer pathways. This funding supports OCC’s mission to prepare students for high-demand careers and facilitate successful transitions from community colleges to four-year universities.
OCC offers high-quality education at an affordable cost, with tuition at just $46 a unit the Coast is one of the most cost-effective paths to a bachelor's degree in California.
For more information visit OCC's transfer page.
