<p>^ That is exactly correct. The chances of being accepted to Cal as a UC transfer are slim-to-none. UC students with 4.0 GPAs, full-time work, and an absurd amount of EECs are rejected in the thousands each year. You will be last priority as a UC transfer. Additionally, your GPA has absolutely no wiggle room, and it follows you to Cal. At community college, the classes are easier (&cheaper), your GPA starts anew upon transferring to UC, and your chances of being admitted are much higher (MUCH higher).</p>
<p>Honestly, however, you were accepted to many great schools straight out. I would choose the next best university and go for it. Your undergraduate work is primarily dependent upon the choices you make, not necessarily <em>where</em> you make them.</p>