Find a College

Below are a few locations where you can being your search for a potential college and learn about what classes you can transfer from one college to another. Finding a college and knowing what classes you need to take can feel complicated, but it doesn’t have to. These resources can help you get started.

College Search

CaliforniaColleges.edu – A great resource for finding colleges in your area as well as getting advice on planning your college career, learning how to apply for financial aid, and preparing for college exams.

Transferring Credits

Assist.org – An easy-to-use resource that helps you determine what courses can be transferred from one college to another. Specifically from California community colleges to California universities.

Financial Aid and Grants

College Financial Aid

icanaffordcollege.org – College can be expensive, but that doesn’t mean you can’t afford it. Financial assistance is readily available if you know where to look. This page can help get you started in the right direction. For additional advice, talk to your college advisor or contact Rancho’s JCRC at (818) 882-6400 x 123

FAFSA.gov – Go here to start your financial aid application.

Chafee.gov – Grant program for foster youth.

CalGrants.org – Apply for a Cal Grant.

Dream ACT – The California Dream Act allows undocumented and nonresident documented students who meet certain provisions to apply for and receive private scholarships funded through public universities, state-administered financial aid, university grants, community college fee waivers, and Cal Grants.

FastWeb – An excellent resource for finding grants and scholarships. 

FinAid – Financial aid information.