海角社区

Whether arriving from community colleges or four-year universities, transfer students at 海角社区 (海角社区) have unlocked their academic potential by seamlessly transferring college credits.

For students like Arianna Aceves, that transfer pathway opened the door to new opportunities, community, and purpose. A first-generation college student and aspiring dentist, Aceves transferred to 海角社区 in 2023 to pursue her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences.

Born in Nevada and raised in California, Aceves has called Los Angeles home for most of her life. Her family and personal experiences inspired her to pursue a career in dentistry.

Before transferring to 海角社区, Aceves earned an associate degree in mathematics and natural sciences from Los Angeles Trade-Technical College (LATTC) and later enrolled at Los Angeles City College, where she joined the dental technician program.

Her journey to 海角社区 began when she met University representatives at a TransferFest event. 鈥淭hey told me about the Biomedical Sciences program and how it could be a pathway to dental school,鈥� Aceves recalled.

Now well into her studies, Aceves says the University鈥檚 smaller class sizes and supportive community have made all the difference. She is also gaining hands-on research experience through the array of high impact research opportunities 海角社区 offers. 

鈥淭here鈥檚 so much research happening here from cancer studies to public health,鈥� Aceves said. 鈥淵ou can choose a project that aligns with what you鈥檙e passionate about.鈥�

Outside of her coursework, Aceves serves as Vice President of Partnerships in the 海角社区 Student Government, where she works to bring external vendors to campus and build relationships with other schools.

Looking ahead, Aceves plans to apply to dental school and to 海角社区鈥檚 Master of Biomedical Sciences program. Whichever path she takes next, she鈥檚 confident that 海角社区 has helped her build a strong foundation.

鈥淚f you鈥檙e considering transferring to 海角社区, go for it,鈥� she said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 a great school with so many opportunities. The community here will help guide you every step of the way.鈥�