Hi guys,
I am an English major hoping to gain my masters in order to teach at a CC in the future. I will be applying to CSUs (can’t do UCs because not enough transferable credits) this October. Once I get my BA from the CSU I choose, I want to go to a UC for my Masters.
My question is, if I go to a CSU and get my BA will UCB or UCSC accept me? What are the chances of getting into a UC from a CSU like Sacramento, Fullerton, or San Jose? Or should I spend a third year at my CC and transfer to a UC? Your advice is greatly appreciated.
At most of the UCs in Eng/lit you pick up a master’s degree on the way to a Ph.d. Not sure if some have stand-alone MA programs. The CSUs have MA English programs.
I do not see why the UCs wouldn’t accept you for their master’s programs just because you attended a CSU. Getting a BA from a CSU won’t increase or decrease your chances. If you have good grades, test scores, resume, etc. you’re sure to get into them. Good luck.