Academic Support

Transfer Center

General Counseling and Transfer Services

Welcome to Santa Monica College, California's #1 transfer college for 34 years! SMC tops in transfers to UCs, USC, LMU, and UCs and CSUs combined. World-Class education and endless possibilities await you.

Connect with a Counselor

Make an appointment or drop-in for general counseling. Our counselors are here to advise and help you create an educational plan to reach your goals.

Articulation Agreements
Find out what you need to do to be accepted at the college/university you plan to attend.
College Fair
Schools Visiting SMC
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Transfer Admission Guaranteed Programs
Transfer Resources
Workshops

Santa Monica College is here to help you! Feel free to reach out to SMC counselors to get assistance on how to transfer to the best college or university for you.

To be a successful transfer student:

  • Take advantage of all the resources listed on our website.
  • Attend workshops and college fairs to gather information.
  • Meet with counselors and university representatives to create the best transfer plan
Transfer Services

Transfer Center Contact and Location

Contact

310-434-4210

Connect with a Counselor

Location

Student Services Center (SSC) 2nd Floor: MapPDF File(PDF File) (opens in new window)
1900 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405-1628

Hours

  • Monday8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. 
  • Tuesday8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. 
  • Wednesday10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 
  • Thursday8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
RaiseMe

Get ahead of the transfer process: earn scholarships directly from 4-year colleges and universities while you complete your Associates' degree.

Connect with 4-year colleges and track your progress towards successful transfer during community college.

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Transfer 101 Workshop
This workshop covers the basics of the California community college transfer process with particular focus on transfer to the UC and CSU systems. Topics include: transfer requirements, types of degrees available, necessary planning, and SMC programs and resources.
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What is Your Transfer Story?
Transferring?
Share your story with us!