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Choose CSUSB - Spring Transfer Students

Now is the time to Apply!

Apply TODAY to any non-impacted major and Social Work. Please note that Nursing is currently impacted and not accepting applications.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

CSUSB spring classes start in January 2027. We offer flexibility and prioritize student access.

Apply Today

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 spring 2027 admission. Qualified students will receive a guaranteed Coyote Pass, giving you pre-approval for a spring admissions seat. Attending this event is a personalized opportunity to apply with confidence and take the next step toward joining CSUSB next spring.

Register Now to save your spot at a CSUSB Instant Admit Day! Appointments are available 9 a.m.–noon at each location.

Map of colleges participating in instant admit days for spring 2027

International Transfer Students (F or J Visa Holders) International Students Only.

These admissions specialists are trained exclusively to assist international students. Make an appointment for an Instant Admit Day at your college:

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 #2 in the U.S. for Social Mobility by The Wall Street Journal, which means our graduates are well positioned to achieve greater career success and economic opportunity.
  • CSUSB graduates are employed by ESRI, Stater Bros., Arrowhead, United Way, Garner Holt, Riverside County, and more.

Explore CSUSB

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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.

Pre-Admissions Appointments Available

Thinking about joining the Coyote family? We’re here to help!

You can now book a one-on-one appointment with a CSUSB admissions counselor to learn more about our undergraduate programs and get answers to your questions. Just use the links above to schedule a time that works for you.

Got a quick question? Feel free to call us at 909.537.5188 or email one of the counselors listed above—we’re happy to help!

We look forward to connecting with you and sharing how CSUSB can help you define your future.

Book a Pre-Admissions Appointment

Need Help with Online Undergraduate Degree Programs?

Check out our online undergraduate degree programs. To speak with a student advisor for one of these online programs, select the icon "Schedule Advising Appointment" and select the meeting type. Students who are interested in the program and who are not admitted to the program should select the option "Application and Admission Advising." Appointments may be conducted by phone or Zoom.

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