Admissions Requirements & Deadlines
CSUSB welcomes applications from motivated students who are ready to make their mark.
• Freshman and Transfer Student Admissions Requirements: Find details about A–G coursework, GPA expectations and transfer unit requirements.
• CSU Application Period: Applications open October 1 and end January 31 of the following year. The priority application deadline for the Fall 2026 semester is December 1.
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• Direct Admit Program: Qualified students in Riverside County can be automatically admitted to CSUSB without the need for a traditional application.