<p>Thousands of students transfer from CC to UC every year. TAG is a great program that helps applicants through the transfer process. It’s important to note a couple of things the courses and GPA required change periodically and, UCB, UCLA and UCSD don’t participate. Earning a 3.2-3.4 (typical TAG threshold) at a CC takes hard work and is no slam dunk. </p>
<p>As to cost, clearly a local CC will allow you to continue to live under your parent’s roof - undeniably cheaper than $10k-$12k of dorm expense at an ‘away’ school. CCs vary widely so, understand how crowded yours is and how many people transfer to your desired UC every year. Some people really need a change after high school, others don’t. </p>
<p>Take a look at the CSUs listed above - they are good schools that would be glad to have you straight out of high school. </p>