<p>Yes, they may receive some preferential treatment but not enough to justify financial hardship. The schools you are trying to attend in California are extremely competitive and there is no guarantee of admission even if you are coming from a California community college. If I were you and I was going to attend a community college before going to a four year university, I would stay in Florida, get the best grades possible in difficult classes, save my money, and then give it me best shot.</p>