Skyline College is one of three comprehensive community colleges within the San Mateo County Community College District, alongside Cañada College and the College of San Mateo. Located just south of San Francisco in San Bruno, overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Skyline College serves a diverse population, drawing students from various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, both locally and internationally.
Skyline College is dedicated to developing culturally rich and globally informed educational opportunities for over 16,000 students annually. With over 100 degree and certificate programs, students can achieve their educational goals in an affordable and supportive environment. The college has established key transfer agreements with a wide range of public and private universities, including UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Davis, and San Francisco State University, making it a top destination for students aspiring to transfer to four-year institutions.
Skyline College’s commitment to preparing a highly skilled workforce has been recognized nationally. Through strategic partnerships with local high schools, community organizations, and industry partners, the college offers comprehensive career education, supporting students from high school to adult learners in attaining degrees, advancing their skills, and preparing for upwardly mobile careers. The college’s mission to empower and transform a global community of learners is reflected in its “Call to Consciousness,” emphasizing social justice in education.
Honors Transfer Program to UCLA
The Honors Transfer Program at Skyline College is designed to nurture students across all academic disciplines, encouraging them to engage in rigorous, creative, community-based, and culturally relevant scholarship. The program aims to produce thoughtful, respectful, and honorable scholars through a supportive community of peers, staff, and faculty. Benefits of the program include original research projects, deeper relationships with faculty mentors, priority registration, leadership opportunities, and eligibility for transfer and scholarship opportunities at esteemed universities.
Program Requirements:
Completion of 4 or more Honors contract courses totaling at least 15 units.
A minimum college and honors GPA of 3.25.
Research projects in each Honors contract course.
Engagement in 16 hours of mutual aid (volunteering, community service).
Transfer Agreements:Skyline College is a proud participant in the UCLA Transfer Alliance Program (TAP), a collaboration between UCLA and the honors/scholars programs at member California community colleges. TAP fosters academic excellence at the community college level and promotes diversity and retention in the UCLA transfer population. Students completing the honors/scholars program at their community college are given priority consideration for admission to UCLA's College of Letters and Science.
Skyline College is also a member of the UC Irvine Honors to Honors Program, offering eligible students early admission and guaranteed entry into the prestigious Campuswide Honors Collegium.
MVG and Skyline College Partnership
Skyline College’s Honors Transfer Program is enhanced by its partnership with Morgan Vantage Group (MVG). MVG offers students comprehensive support and consultation services, helping them navigate the transfer process and maximize their academic potential. This partnership provides Skyline College students with access to global resources, financial planning, and career guidance, ensuring they are well-prepared for their educational and professional journeys.
Contact Information
For more information about Skyline College’s Honors Transfer Program and the partnership with Morgan Vantage Group (MVG), please reach out:
Morgan Vantage Group (MVG)
Email: info@mvgtrust.com
Website: www.mvgtrust.com
Global Offices: Singapore, New York, London, Switzerland, Hong Kong, Dubai
