* Your major: Different majors have different lower-division requirements. Some majors may require more units than others to ensure you've completed the necessary prerequisites.
* Your community college: Articulation agreements between CSUN and specific community colleges can streamline the transfer process and sometimes indicate a minimum unit requirement.
* Your GPA: A higher GPA may allow you to transfer with fewer units. A lower GPA might require you to complete more units at your community college to demonstrate readiness for upper-division coursework.
To find the precise number of units needed for *your* situation, you should:
1. Check the CSUN website: The CSUN Admissions website is the best source. Look for information on transfer admissions, specific major requirements, and articulation agreements.
2. Contact CSUN's admissions office directly: They can answer your questions based on your individual academic record.
3. Meet with a counselor at your community college: Your counselor can help you develop a transfer plan that meets CSUN's requirements and your academic goals.
Generally, most CSU campuses expect transfer students to have completed at least 60 semester units (or the equivalent in quarter units). However, this is a *minimum*, and many students transfer with more units. Don't rely on a general number; always consult the official sources mentioned above.