Your Guaranteed Path to CSUSB!
Planning to start your college journey at a California Community College? The Transfer Success Pathway (TSP) offers a guaranteed admissions opportunity to Cal State San Bernardino for eligible first-time, first-year students. This CSU-wide program is designed to make transferring easier, more affordable, and more predictable—especially for students facing financial, academic, or personal challenges that may have delayed their path to a four-year university.
By signing a TSP agreement with CSUSB, you’ll secure your spot in your degree program—up to three years in advance.
Why Choose the Transfer Success Pathway?
As a TSP participant at CSUSB, you'll benefit from:
- Guaranteed Admission to your selected CSUSB major (upon meeting all requirements)
- Personalized support from a CSUSB transfer advisor to help you stay on track
- Access to the CSU Transfer Planner Portal to monitor your progress and plan your coursework
- Invitations to CSUSB events and early engagement opportunities with your future campus
This program reflects CSUSB’s commitment to social mobility, affordability, and ensuring students have every opportunity to thrive.
Who Is Eligible?
To participate in the Transfer Success Pathway, you must:
- Graduate high school in 2025 (or earn your GED) and not have taken any college credit courses after graduation
- Be enrolling in a California Community College for the first time in fall 2025
- Meet one of the following:
- Were not eligible for CSU admission at the time of high school graduation
- Were eligible but did not enroll due to financial or personal reasons
- Were redirected in the CSU application process and did not attend a CSU
Note: You may attend multiple community colleges, but you can only have one TSP agreement with one CSU campus.
How to Apply
The application period runs August 1 to November 30, 2025. You’ll complete your agreement using the CSU Transfer Planner. This tool helps you confirm eligibility, explore campuses, and select your major.
Start Your Transfer Success Pathway
Thinking About the Future? Let Us Help You Stay on Track!
If you're a current high school student exploring your college options and think the TSP program might be the right fit, don't wait to get connected. The TSP application opens after high school graduation, but by submitting your interest early, we can ensure you're the first to know when it's time to apply. Planning ahead now means fewer missed opportunities later.
Complete our interest form today and stay informed!
Eligible Degree Programs at CSUSB
Cal State San Bernardino offers TSP pathways in a wide range of in-demand fields. Here’s a list of participating programs:
Administration (multiple concentrations), Economics (Applied, General, Mathematical), Information Systems & Technology, Health Services Administration
Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Mathematics, Physics, Geology
Art (Studio Art, Art Education, Visual Studies, BFA), Art History, Communication, English, French, Spanish, Theatre Arts, Music, Philosophy
Anthropology, Global Studies, History (General, Pre-Credential), Political Science, Public History, Social Sciences, Sociology
Child Development, Design Studies, Liberal Studies, Public Health, Nutritional Science and Dietetics, Environmental Studies, Intelligence and Crime Analysis (multiple concentrations)
Administration, B.A. - Business Analytics Concentration
Administration, B.A. - Hospitality Management Concentration
Administration, B.A. - Information Security Concentration
Administration, B.A. - Information Systems and Technology Concentration
Administration, B.A. (Multiple Concentrations
Anthropology, B.A.
Arabic Language, Literature, and Culture, B.A.
Art, B.A. - Art Education Concentration
Art, B.A. - Studio Art Concentration
Art, B.A. - Visual Studies Concentration
Art, B.F.A. - Studio Art Concentration
Art History and Global Cultures, B.A.
Art History, B.A.
Bioinformatics, B.S.
Biology, B.S.
Chemistry, B.A. - Biochemistry Concentration
Chemistry, B.A. - Chemistry Concentration
Chemistry, B.S. - Biochemistry Concentration
Chemistry, B.S. - Chemistry Concentration
Child Development, B.A. - Child and Adolescent Development Concentration
Child Development, B.A. - Early Childhood Development Concentration
Communication, B.A. - Media Studies Concentration
Communication, B.A. - Relational and Organizational Communication Concentration
Communication, B.A. - Strategic Communication Concentration
Computer Engineering, B.S.
Computer Science, B.S.
Computer Systems, B.A.
Design, B.F.A.
Design Studies, B.A.
Economics, B.A. - Applied Economics Concentration
Economics, B.A. - General Economics Concentration
Economics, B.A. - Mathematical Economics Concentration
English, B.A.
Environmental Health Science, B.S.
Environmental Studies, B.A. - Environmental Sustainability Concentration
Environmental Studies, B.A. - Environmental Systems Concentration
French, B.A.
Geography, B.A.
Geology, B.A. - Field and Applied Geology Concentration
Geology, B.A. - General Geology Concentration
Geology, B.S. - Environmental Geology Concentration
Geology, B.S. - General Geology Concentration
Global Studies, B.A.
Health Services Administration, B.S.
History, B.A. - General Concentration
History, B.A. - Pre-Credential Concentration
Information Systems and Technology, B.S.
Intelligence and Crime Analysis, B.S. - Cyber Security Concentration
Intelligence and Crime Analysis, B.S. - Geographic Information Systems Concentration
Intelligence and Crime Analysis, B.S. - Homeland Security Concentration
Kinesiology, B.S. - Exercise Science Concentration
Kinesiology, B.S. - Physical Education and Adapted Physical Education Concentration
Liberal Studies, B.A.
Mathematics, B.A.
Mathematics, B.S. - Applied Mathematics Concentration
Mathematics, B.S. - General Mathematics Concentration
Mathematics, B.S. - Teaching Mathematics Concentration
Music, B.A.
Nutritional Science and Dietetics, B.S.
Philosophy, B.A.
Physics, B.A.
Physics, B.S.
Political Economy, B.A.
Political Science, B.A.
Public Health, B.S.
Public History, B.A.
Social Sciences, B.A.
Sociology, B.A.
Spanish, B.A.
Studio Art Studies, B.A.
Theatre Arts,
Visual Art Studies, B.A.
***Impacted majors: Criminal Justice, Kinesiology - Allied Health Professions Concentration, Nursing, Psychology, and Social Work are NOT qualifying programs that are able to participate in the Transfer Success Pathways Program***
Important: Some impacted majors are not available through TSP at CSUSB. These include:
- Nursing
- Social Work
Program Requirements
To maintain your guaranteed admission through TSP, you’ll need to:
- Complete an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) or a defined transfer pathway within three years
- Meet all program-specific academic requirements
- Stay in communication with your CSUSB transfer counselor
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Students may only have one agreement with one CSU campus and one major.
Yes, but only during the August 1–November 30 application period. You’ll need to cancel your agreement and reapply during that timeframe.
No. If you are determined to be ineligible by any CSU campus, you cannot enter a TSP agreement with another CSU.
Get Support at Every Step
Our dedicated outreach counselors are here to help you navigate your transfer journey. Use the Meet the Team tool to find your assigned counselor based on the community college you plan to attend.
Start Your Transfer Success Journey
With guaranteed admission, personalized support, and a clear path to your bachelor’s degree, CSUSB's Transfer Success Pathway is a smart choice for students who are ready to start at a community college and finish strong at a four-year university.
Secure your future at Cal State San Bernardino.