Common Course Numbering
Common Course Numbering gives the same number to the same class at every California community college. This makes it easier to transfer credits to four-year universities, avoid retaking courses you’ve already completed, and plan your path to a degree. It’s designed to help students stay on track and save time by making course names consistent statewide.
Better, Simpler, and a More Supportive Student Experience
Simplify your college journey. Whether you’re taking classes in Northern California or sunny SoCal, most course numbers will be the same at California Community Colleges statewide. It’s all about making your experience clearer, simpler, and more supportive so you can say, “I CAN succeed,” starting right here at a California community college.
Making Your College Journey Smoother from Start to Finish
Common Course Numbering will make your path through college clearer and easier to follow. By giving the same number to the same class at every California community college, it helps you save time and money, make confident class choices, and move toward your goals without unnecessary detours.
Your college journey should be as smooth as possible. Common Course Numbering will lessen the guesswork in course planning.
Saving You Time and Money
Plan your degree with confidenceYou’ll be able to plan your degree with confidence, knowing exactly how each course fits into your academic plan, whether you’re staying at your community college or preparing to transfer. Common Course Numbering is all about making the transfer process smoother, helping you graduate sooner, and keeping you on the right track from start to finish.
Choosing the Right Classes from the Start
Making Your Path to Graduation ClearFor new students just starting at a California community college, this means you can understand your academic pathway right from orientation. With your advisor's guidance, you can make informed choices from day one and set yourself up for success.
Fewer Roadblocks, More Progress
Helping You Stay on Track to Your DegreeWith fewer roadblocks in your way and no confusion about which classes count, Common Course Numbering helps you make steady progress toward your goals. By giving the same number to the same class at every California community college, it’s easier to see how your courses will transfer to a UC or CSU. That means you can avoid taking extra classes you don’t need and focus on the ones that move you forward.
Clearer Course Paths for All Students
Everyone BenefitsCommon Course Numbering will help every student identify the courses they need to stay on track. This effort will benefit every student enrolling in or who is enrolled at a California community college, especially first-generation and underrepresented students, by letting them know exactly which courses they need to reach their goals.
Coming to You In a Phased Approach
This new Common Course Numbering initiative will roll out in phases, aligning all common courses offered by California Community Colleges. Stay tuned for more information released soon, and how these changes will benefit you.
