Education Planning Tools
An education plan (aka “ed plan”) is a semester-by-semester course of study developed
in collaboration between a student and counselor. Comprehensive education plans (CEPs)
will map towards completion of long-term educational goals. It is suggested that a
student develop a CEP within completion of their first 15 units and maintain updated
ed plans throughout enrollment at Cuyamaca College.
Note: Education Plans are subject to change whenever there is a change of major, transfer
requirements, catalog rights, curriculum and policy changes, etc.
How to get an ed plan:
How to get ready for your ed plan appointment:
- Complete your onboarding via Self-Service under Orientation, Placement and Advising.
- Create a list of questions ahead of time.
- Explore Academic and Career Pathways.
- If you attended another college, make sure you have submitted all previous transcripts and have had them evaluated.
Are you undecided on a major/career? Make an appointment with a Career Counselor first!
What classes do I need to take...
If you want to get ahead, start selecting your courses before meeting with a counselor.
Here is some information about General Education coursework and Major coursework.
for General Education?
- For English, English as a Second Language (ESL) and math placement, please visit our
Placement Center for more information on the process.
- The General Education pattern you will follow will depend on our educational goal:
- If you are interested in an out-of-state or private university, please consult with
a counselor on appropriate general education courses.
for my major?
- An Associate degree or Certificate, explore Academic and Career Pathways at Cuyamaca College, several programs have degree maps to preview. However, this
does not replace the value of a personalized education plan that you develop with
a counselor.
- A Bachelor's degree from the CSU, check to see if Cuyamaca has an Associate Degree for Transfer for your major.
- A Bachelor's degree from the UC, or if you do not see your CSU major in the list of Associate Degrees for Transfer,
then refer to Assist.org for coursework for your major.
- A Bachelor's degree from out of state or private university, see if Cuyamaca has an agreement with that university through our Transfer Center.
Education Plan Templates:
One Semester Education Plan | Six Semester Education Plan