The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing the degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. A student graduating with an Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer may transfer to a CSU campus to complete a bachelor's degree in Philosophy or a similar major.

Each CSU campus determines which of its degrees are “similar” to the Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer. For a current list of the majors (and the options, areas of emphasis, or concentration within those majors) that have been designated as “similar” to this degree at each CSU campus, please refer to CSU’s Associate Degree for Transfer Major and Campus Search webpage. Students are also strongly encouraged to obtain guidance from a Ventura College counselor or the University Transfer Center. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.

To earn an Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer at Ventura College, students must meet the following requirements: 

1. Complete 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
   1. The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) requirements.
   2. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the Ventura County Community College District.
2. Obtain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for admission, some transfer institutions and majors may require a higher GPA.  Please consult with a counselor for more information.
3. Obtain a grade of “C” or better, or “P,” in all courses required in the major or area of emphasis. Even though a “P” grade is allowed (Title 5, Section 55062), it is recommended that students complete their major courses with a letter grade (“A,” “B,” or “C”) due to unit limitations on “P/NP” courses.
4. Complete requirements in residency. For students in the Ventura County Community College District, a minimum of 12 units must be completed in residence within the college district.

Transfer requirements may differ. Students are advised to see a counselor or consult assist.org.

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to: 

• Evaluate key philosophical issues
• Analyze fundamental concepts and ideas
• Understand key teachings and methods of major personages and traditions