Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP) | Orange Coast College

Our History

Since 1991, the Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP) has been preparing its students to transfer to four-year universities through an abundance of resources, services, and tools to help them achieve their 4-year university transfer goals. Over the past 30 years, TOP has been committed to providing students with a support system that will enhance their experience at Orange Coast.

Learn about TOP

Join a TOP Q&A session to learn about TOP program benefits, eligibility, and requirements. TOP is currently open to high school seniors (Class of 2026) who will be starting at OCC fall 2026. Click the link below to take the next steps toward your transfer goals

TOP Q&A Sessions & Interest Form

OCC Transfer Opportunity Program

Enrolling in COUN A105 & COUN A205
COUN A105 & COUN A205 TOP REQUIRED COURSES @ OCC

COUN A105 & COUN A205 Are courses that provide fundamental academic support in a students first-year and prepares them throughout a student's time at Orange Coast to aid with their academic and career development.
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Counseling A105 - This course provides students with an overview of the transfer process and the basic study skills needed to achieve academic success and to transfer. This course is a requirement for all entering TOP students and is UC and CSU transferable.

Counseling A205 - This course is designed to help TOP students develop the skills necessary to navigate the transfer process. Topics include academic planning from a transfer perspective, overview of potentially complex transfer issues, and transfer admissions representative speakers. This course is a requirement for all entering TOP students during the spring semester and is CSU transferable.

Contact Us

(714) 432-5792 (text or call)

topcenter@occ.cccd.edu

Watson Hall, 230

Office Hours

Mon - Thu 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fri, Closed

Campus Closed 1/19, 2/13, 2/16, 2/19, 3/30-4/3, 5/25