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Upper Division Transfer Admissions Requirements

Welcome, Upper-Division Transfer Applicants!

If you've graduate from high school and completed 60 or more transferable semester units (90 quarter units) at an institution outside the United States or an accredited U.S. college or university, you are considered an upper-division transfer applicant.

We're excited to help you take the next step toward CSUSB. Explore the requirements and resources below to prepare for your transfer.

Instant Admit Days for International Transfer Students

Currently attending a college in the United States? Join us for an Instant Admit Day at participating U.S. community colleges!

During this transfer event, we'll review your coursework to determine your eligibility for Spring or Fall 2027 admission. Qualified students may receive a Coyote Pass, providing pre-approval for admission to CSUSB.

Explore Instant Admit Days-Spring Transfer

Explore Instant Admit Days-Fall Transfer

Upper-Division Transfer Applicants from an Institution Outside the United States

If you currently attend or previously attended a college or university outside the United States and have completed 60 or more transferable semester units (90 quarter units), review the requirements below to prepare your application to CSUSB.

General Application Requirements

Be prepared to:

  • Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended
  • Meet the academic requirements listed below
  • Meet CSUSB's English language proficiency requirement
  • Provide English translations of documents not issued in English
  • Submit an international application through Cal State Apply 
  • Provide proof of financial support 
  • Provide a copy of your passport

Be sure to review the Application & Document Deadlines for your intended term.

Academic Requirements

  • Minimum 2.0 overall college/university GPA
  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended

Official academic documents must be submitted directly by your school or provided in an official sealed envelope.

English Language Proficiency

International applicants must meet CSUSB's English language proficiency requirement through an approved English language exam or successful completion of Level 3 of the CSUSB English Language Program.

Explore the options below to learn more.

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Upper-Division Transfer Applicants from a United States College or University

If you currently attend or previously attended a college or university in the United States and have completed 60 or more transferable semester units (90 quarter units), review the requirements below to prepare your application to CSUSB.

General Application Requirements

Be prepared to:

  • Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended
  • Meet the academic requirements listed below
  • Meet CSUSB's English language proficiency requirement
  • Submit an international application through Cal State Apply
  • Provide proof of financial support 
  • Provide a copy of your passport

Be sure to review the Application & Document Deadlines for your intended term.

Academic Requirements

  • Minimum 2.0 overall college/university GPA
  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
  • Complete the following basic skills courses with a grade of C- or better in each:
    • English Composition
    • Math and Quantitative Reasoning
    • Critical Thinking and Composition
    • Oral Communication

Official academic documents must be submitted directly by your school or provided in an official sealed envelope.

English Language Proficiency

You meet CSUSB's English language proficiency requirement by completing an equivalent English Composition course with a grade of C- or better.