The School of Social Work is pleased that you are interested in applying to the Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) at California State University, San Bernardino.
CSUSB BASW program is offered at the San Bernardino Campus and Palm Desert Campus. Students are accepted in the Fall of each academic year due to course sequencing. It is highly recommend that interested applicants attend a BASW Information Session and review the Admission requirements prior to applying.
Applicants must submit 2 separate applications to be considered to the BASW program.
| Applications | Semester | Application Opens | Priority Deadline | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cal State Apply, application | Fall 2025 | October 1, 2024 | N/A | |
| School of Social Work, BASW Application | Fall 2025 | October 1, 2024 | December 21, 2024 | Applications submitted after the priority deadline reviewed if seats are available. |
How to start an application
Applicants must apply both to the University and the School of Social Work for consideration.
Cal State Applyis the host for the University application
BASW ApplicationThe School of Social Work website is the host for the BASW supplemental application
Step 1
Begin application online at Cal State Apply.
Step 2
Add program into your CSUSB University Application
- Select Campus: CSU San Bernardino
- Select Start Term: Select Fall 2025
- Choose Program Choice: Social Work
Submit application via Cal State Apply website
Step 3*
Complete BASW (supplemental) application.
Submit application via School of Social Work website
| Applicant Status | Cal State Apply Application | Social Work, BASW Application |
|---|---|---|
| Incoming Freshman | Submit application to CSU Apply by 2024 deadline | Submit application to School of Social Work, Sophomore year, Fall Semester |
| Transfer Student | Submit application to CSU Apply by 2024 deadline | Submit application to School of Social Work
|
| Current CSUSB Student, pre-social work | N/A | Submit application to School of Social Work, Sophomore year, Fall Semester |