… the required general education and lower division major coursework at ELAC in order to apply for a four year college or university as a junior. How can I prepare to transfer to a four year university? Schedule an appointment with a counselor to … is highly recommended. When do I apply for transfer? Typically you will apply one year ahead of the semester/quarter that you intended to transfer. Check at the ELAC Transfer Center for specific dates. Which University is best for me? We … for the University of California "UC" or Cal State University "CSU" systems. Completion of IGETC is not recommended for certain science or engineering majors. For more information schedule an appointment to meet with a counselor. IGETC (pdf) …