What is the difference between a CSU and a UC?
The California State University (CSU) is a system of public higher education which includs 23 universities statewide. Many transfer students statewide go to a CSU so most bachelor degrees are granted by this institution. The University of California (UC) is the research system of public higher education in California and has 9 universities statewide. Note: There are many differences between the two and each school may have a specialty. See a counselor or come to the transfer center for details.