College and Career Search Tool

All CAHS students have access to a personal CaliforniaColleges.edu account. To register your account, follow these steps:

Go to the CaliforniaColleges.edu website.

Click on the "Register" button.

Enter your personal information, such as your name, email address, and school information.

Create a username and password for your account.

Verify your email address.

Log in to your account using the credentials you created.

If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!

Safety, Target, and Reach Schools for College Applications

When applying to colleges, it's important to consider a mix of Safety, Target, and Reach schools to increase your chances of acceptance. Here is a brief description of each type of school:

Safety Schools: Safety schools are colleges where your academic credentials exceed the school's average range for accepted students. These schools are typically less competitive, and you have a high likelihood of being accepted. It's wise to apply to a few safety schools as backups in case you're not accepted to your reach or match schools.


Target Schools: Target schools are colleges where your academic credentials align well with the school's average range for accepted students. These schools are realistic options where you have a good chance of being accepted. It's recommended to apply to a mix of match schools to ensure you have a variety of choices.


Reach Schools: Reach schools are colleges or universities where your academic credentials are below the school's average admission requirements. While it is more challenging to gain acceptance to reach schools, they are still worth applying to as they may consider other aspects of your application.


Remember to research each college thoroughly, considering factors beyond just academics, such as campus culture, location, and extracurricular opportunities. It's essential to create a well-rounded list of reach, safety, and match schools to maximize your chances of finding the right fit for your college experience.


Additional Resources: 

EXAMPLE Creating a College List.pptx
BigFuture_College_Search_Worksheet.pdf

Transferring from a California community college to a four-year university requires current information and thoughtful planning. ASSIST shows prospective California transfer students how courses they complete at a community college may be used to satisfy elective, general education and major requirements at a CSU or UC campus.

What is TAG?

The University of California (UC) Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) program offers qualified California community college students guaranteed admission to one of six participating UC campuses: UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Merced, UC Riverside, UC Santa Barbara, UC Santa Cruz.