Transfer Opportunity Program
Are you ready to be on TOP? For information on how you can join the Transfer Opportunity Program: (714) 432-5792
The Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP) was orignially designed for members of historically underrepresented groups (African-Americans, Native-Americans and Latino/Hispanics). Currently, TOP is open to all students who are incoming freshman, first generation college students and have an interest in transferring to a four-year institution. We are committed to providing all students who qualify with a support system that will enhance their probability of a successful transfer.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE???
In order to be a TOP member, you must be a first generation college student, an incoming freshman and have an interest in transferring to a four-year institution. The following steps must be completed prior to becoming a TOP member:
- Complete a TOP application
- Attend a TOP orientation
- Enroll and successfully complete Counseling 102, "Becoming a Master Student" in your first semester at Orange Coast (Fall Semester). If you are an ESL student, you must have placed above the ESL 160 level.
OCC's Transfer Opportunity Program offers many useful services that will help you complete the transfer process. Our staff members take time to evaluate and consider each student's special needs.
SOME OF OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
Matriculation - Students take part in an orientation program designed to assist you in making the appropriate course selections. The orientation program covers a host of topics vital to success as a student.
Academic Support - Special workshops are provided throughout the year to aid students with their academic development. Each student's performance is monitored to assure success.
Counseling 102 - This course provides students with an overview of the transfer process and the basic study skills they need to achieve academic success and to transfer. This course is required for all entering TOP students.
Counseling and Peer Advisement - Appointments with trained counselors are available for TOP students needing personal and career counseling. Peer advisors are available on a walk-in basis.
University Campus Tours - TOP students are regularly given the opportunity to visit and tour four-year college and university campuses.
TOP Information Network - TOP provides transfer information in a newsletter format. The program also provides information on academic, social and cultural events.
Group Study - TOP students can utilize our center for quiet study or group study.
$Financial Aid$ - Students are given a regular update on such important issues as scholarship, internship and financial aid.
Computer Stations - Two computer stations are available in our center for TOP students to use. You can type papers or surf the internet!
OUR SUCCESS RATE:
Since the Fall 1991 semester, the Transfer Opportunity Program has transferred approximately 400 students to UC, CSU and private institutions. Currently, there are 217 students actively involved in the TOP program. We welcome any questions or comments. Please feel free to contact us at your earliest convenience.
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Revised 11/23/04