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Choose CSUSB - Fall Transfer Students

Applications for Fall 2026 are OPEN NOW!

If you’re applying to Nursing, please note the program is impacted and the deadline is Dec. 2.

At CSUSB, you’ll find nationally recognized programs, small class sizes and a welcoming community dedicated to your success. Whether you want to explore innovative research, connect with industry leaders or make an impact in your community, CSUSB will prepare you to thrive in your career and in life.

Application Deadline: March 31, 2026

Classes begin August 2026 — CSUSB makes access a priority and offers flexibility to help you define your future.

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Instant Admit Days: Your Fast Track to CSUSB

Join us for an Instant Admit Day at your local community college!

At this exclusive event, your coursework will be reviewed on-the-spot to determine your eligibility for fall 2026 admission. Qualified students will receive a guaranteed Coyote Pass, giving you pre-approval for a fall admissions seat. Attending this event is a personalized opportunity to apply with confidence and take the next step toward joining CSUSB next fall.

Register Now to save your spot at a CSUSB Instant Admit Day! Appointments are available 9 a.m.–noon at each location. International transfer students (F or J visa holders) may schedule appointments from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. on the same dates.*

Affordability That Works for You

  • Tuition that’s lower than UCR and private IE institutions.
  • 2-year graduation guarantee through the California Promise program for first-time transfers.

Pathways Designed for Transfer Students

  • Guaranteed 60-unit finish with an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT).
  • Instant Admit Days at your college—get help and get admitted fast.

Career Outcomes That Matter

  • Ranked #3 in the U.S. for Social Mobility by The Wall Street Journal.
  • CSUSB graduates are employed by ESRI, Stater Bros., Arrowhead United Way, Garner Holt, Riverside County, and more.

Transfer Students – Fall 2026 Deadlines

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CSUSB offers over 70 traditional bachelor's and master's degree programs, along with education credential and certificate programs, and even a doctoral program, all housed within five academic colleges and a Palm Desert Campus.

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We’re excited to show you around. Discover academic programs, explore student resources and experience the vibrant Coyote community. See CSUSB up close and imagine yourself as part of the Pack!

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Connect with our Outreach and Student Recruitment team

Our team is here to help, and we invite you to connect with an outreach counselor or a member of our visitor services team, part of the Office of Outreach & Student Recruitment.

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