Prospective Students

The Santa Barbara City College Transfer Achievement Program (TAP) assists under-represented students who are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university. We provide students with the necessary knowledge to ensure their successful transition from SBCC to a four-year institution.

Who does the Transfer Achievement Program serve:

  • Historically under-represented student groups
  • First-generation college students
  • Students from low-income families
  • Undocumented/AB 540 students

Transfer Achievement Program Eligibility 

  • MUST have a GOAL of transfer when completing the 1st Orientation
  • Transferring Fall 2024 +
  • Part-time & Full-time students are eligible 
  • No income limitation

Transfer Achievement Program Commitment: 

Upon completion of the 1st and 2nd Orientation TAP members will complete the following to remain eligible in the program:

  • Maintain a GOAL of transfer 
  • Meet and engage in a counseling session with a TAP Counselor at least once a semester.
  • Schedule an session with a Career Counselor at least once a year. 
  • Participate in a minimum of two webinars per semester hosted by T.A.P. or SBCC.
  • Create and update CSU Transfer Planner
  • Create and update UC Transfer Admissions Planner 
  • Attend the semester Kick-off
  • Complete transfer activities on canvas.  

  • Actively engage in TAP communications. (emails/canvas/social media)

How do I join the Transfer Achievement Program:

*Now accepting students with a Transfer Goal for Fall 2026 and beyond
Step 1: 
To complete the 1st Orientation and interest form click here (make sure you are logged into your campus account.)

Step 2: 
Applicants are being contacted by a Transfer Achievement Program team member to schedule an appointment for an online 2nd Orientation.  Thank you for your patience. 

Check out the Online Ceremony for the Class of 2022 click below!
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