Your Guaranteed Path to CSUSB Without Closing Other Doors!
The Transfer Success Pathway (TSP) gives eligible community college students a guaranteed admission pathway to Cal State San Bernardino, so you can plan your journey from community college to a four-year university with confidence.
Signing a TSP agreement doesn't mean you have to commit to CSUSB right now. TSP gives you the security of a guaranteed transfer pathway while you continue exploring and applying to other CSU campuses and universities, think of it as securing a great option for your future while keeping your other opportunities open.
With signing a Transfer Success Pathway agreement to CSUSB, you'll get:
- Guaranteed admission to an eligible CSUSB major once you complete all program and transfer requirements
- CSU Transfer Planner, so you can map your academic journey, monitor your progress, and stay on track
- Personalized support from a CSUSB Outreach Counselor
Invitations to CSUSB events and early engagement opportunities with your future campus
Why Finish Your Degree at CSUSB?
CSUSB offers career-focused academic programs, hands-on learning and research opportunities, and faculty who are accomplished and accessible. It's a welcoming campus where you'll find community, mentorship, and the resources you need built to help you grow from where you are today into a confident, career-ready professional ready to lead and make an impact.
Your path. Your options. Your future.
Transfer Success Pathway Information Session Workshop
Want to learn more about Transfer Success Pathway before you apply? Join one of our live, virtual information sessions. In about an hour, you'll learn how TSP works, how to use the CSU Transfer Planner, and why CSUSB could be the right fit for your bachelor's degree no commitment required.
| Dates | Times |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM |
| Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
*All sessions will be virtual, login details are emailed after registration.
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 2026 or earlier (or earn your GED) and NOT have taken any college credit courses after the year of HS graduation
- Be enrolling in a California Community College for the first time in Fall 2026
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, 2026. 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.
Criminal Justice, 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. - Allied Health Professions
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.
Psychology, 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: Nursing 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 TSP ineligible by any CSU campus, you cannot enter a TSP agreement with another CSU. Some CSUs have more TSP major participation than others.
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.
