University Link Program

Contact Us

ULink
S-110
ulink@sac.edu
(714) 564-6165

Natalie Rodriguez
Student Services Specialist
rodriguez_natalie@sac.edu
(714) 564-6165

Maya Kelley
Counselor
kelley_maya@sac.edu
(714) 564-6165

Courtney Beirne
Counselor
beirne_courtney@sac.edu
(714) 564-6165

Hours of Operation:

Summer 2025 Hours:

M-W: 9am - 6pm
Th: 9am - 5pm*

What is ULink?

University Link (ULink) is a transfer success program where first-year students participate in a learning community focused on establishing academic and social support networks throughout their first year at Santa Ana College. This program is open to all students who are interested in transferring to any 4-year university and meet program eligibility.

Program Benefits

Participate in a learning community that is focused on your transfer success plan.
Dedicated academic counselors and faculty for your first year to assist you with your transition to college-level work/expectations.
SAC priority enrollment through Early Decision.
Educational planning appropriate for AA and transfer academic services.
Students can indicate they participated in ULink to support their application for transfer and scholarship opportunities.
Opportunity to participate in transfer related events like the UCI residential program Summer Scholars Transfer Institute (SSTI), the Northern Trip, and other college tours.

ULink Program Eligibility Requirements

First-year college students (contact us for any eligibility questions)
3.0 High School GPA
Interested in transferring to any university
Eligible for English 101 or English 101H (Fall)*
Eligible for English 103, English 103H, or History 124 (Spring)*

*Courses are subject to change*

ULink Program Requirements

All students must:

Maintain full-time status (12 units or more) **Less than full-time enrollment may be considered for eligible DSPS students.
Meet with a ULink counselor at least once every semester to create/update an Educational Plan
Complete 50 hours of Service Learning
Complete transfer preparation courses within 3 years
Do not add or drop classes without talking to a ULink counselor
Attend all required ULink activities or events

Service Learning Requirements

All ULink students are required to complete 100 hours before transferring to the university.
All students must attend an orientation with Service Learning in L-222. Please call 714-564-6254 for more information.
During the orientation, students will receive important information on Service Learning placement, complete a Service Learning application and receive forms for placement site.
Students are able to participate in ULink specific activities (see calendar of activities) along with the placement site.
Submit forms to Service Learning office in the Career Center (L-222)
Students who volunteer 100+ hours over a period of 12 months at a registered non-profit agency can receive the U.S. President's Volunteer Service Award or Santa Ana College President's Volunteer Service Award.

For more information please contact the Service Learning Program at the Career Center in L-222 or call 714-564-6254.

ULink Service Learning Placement Form

ULink Service Learning Timesheet

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Resources

The ULink Program is committed to being responsive and flexible to your needs. Here are a few ways we are available to serve you during this time:

Email: Contact us by email at ulink@sac.edu or transfer_center@sac.edu to schedule a counseling appointment. Please send your full name, SAC ID number, phone number, major and counselor you would like to meet with.
Phone: Contact us at 714-564-6165 to schedule a counseling appointment or connect with transfer specialists dedicated to your academic goals.
In Person: Our office is located in the University Transfer Center, first-floor of the Administration "S" Building in S-110. Please visit us in person for assistance and information on all your transfer related needs.

*Special Add Authorization required for registration. Please register for the ULink interest list and we will follow-up with more information.*

Faculty Presentation Requests

University Link (ULink) Program 15-minute Classroom Presentations are now available! The University Link Program is a transfer success cohort-based program dedicated to providing catered support and networking opportunities to first-year college students who are interested in transferring to any 4-year university and meet program eligibility.

We believe in the process of learning communities and support-networks for students. In a continual effort to make SAC students successful in their academic careers, we would greatly appreciate and encourage participation.

Kindly fill out the online request form. We will do our best to accommodate to your schedule. Our program support staff will review, schedule, and confirm all requests via email.

Request Form