What is Common Course Numbering (CCN)?
Common Course Numbering is a new system designed to make your college journey easier. Under California law (Assembly Bill 1111), all California Community Colleges are adopting the same course numbers for equivalent classes. This means if you take a course at one college, you’ll know exactly how it transfers to another college or to a CSU or UC. CCN helps eliminate confusion about which classes count toward your degree or transfer plan, saving you time and reducing extra units. Look for CCN in the class schedule—it’s your guide to a smoother, more efficient path to graduation or transfer.
Common Course Numbering (CCN) – FAQs
1. What is CCN?
CCN stands for Common Course Numbering. It’s a statewide system that gives the same course number to equivalent classes at all California Community Colleges.
2. Why does CCN matter to me?
It makes transferring between colleges—and to CSU or UC—much easier. You’ll know which courses count toward your degree or transfer plan without guessing.
3. How does CCN save me time and money?
By reducing confusion about course equivalencies, CCN helps you avoid taking extra classes you don’t need, so you can graduate or transfer faster.
4. Where can I find CCN?
Look for the CCN listed in the class schedule next to the course title.
5. Does CCN change what I need to do?
Not really! Just be aware of the new numbering system and ask your advisor if you have questions. It’s designed to make your academic planning easier.
