This degree option provides a comprehensive foundation in music preparation for transfer to Baccalaureate programs for instrumental or vocal music majors in the California State University system.

The Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer is designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU institution for students who plan to transfer and complete a CSU major or baccalaureate degree in Music. California Community College students who are awarded an Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer are guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system and given priority admission consideration to their local CSU institution or to a program that is deemed similar to their community college major. This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or institutions.