AB 928 - Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act

What is California Assembly Bill 928 and Cal-GETC? 

Beginning fall 2025, San José City College will implement a unified lower division general education pathway students known as the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).

The Cal-GETC pattern will be recognized by both the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) systems. This implementation is part of a statewide initiative within the California Community College (CCC) system in response to the Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act of 2021, Assembly Bill 928.

The idea behind the new Cal-GETC pattern is to develop a simplified pathway for degree completion and transfer by lessening the general education requirements and ensuring that the coursework completed will be accepted for transfer by both public university systems, the CSU and the UC.

Who may use Cal-GETC?

Completing the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) allows students to transfer from a CCC to a CSU or UC campus without needing to complete additional lower-division general education courses to meet campus requirements.

For most students, completing Cal-GETC before transferring is recommended, as it may provide more flexibility in class selection at the university and support timely progress toward degree completion. All CSU campuses and most UC campuses and programs accept certified Cal-GETC completion as meeting lower-division general education requirements.

However, some individual colleges or majors within UC campuses may not accept or recommend Cal-GETC for fulfilling all general education requirements. For details, refer to the UC Admissions website under “general education” for a list of colleges and majors with specific requirements.

Why is this Important?

AB 928 reduces barriers to transfer, saving students time and money while helping them achieve their academic goals more efficiently. If you have questions about AB 928 or how Cal-GETC impacts your educational plan, consult with a counselor for personalized guidance.