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.
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! Submit your information here.
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:
- Business & Economics: Administration (multiple concentrations), Economics (Applied, General, Mathematical), Information Systems & Technology, Health Services Administration
- STEM Fields: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Mathematics, Physics, Geology
- Arts & Humanities: Art (Studio Art, Art Education, Visual Studies, BFA), Art History, Communication, English, French, Spanish, Theatre Arts, Music, Philosophy
- Social Sciences: Anthropology, Global Studies, History (General, Pre-Credential), Political Science, Public History, Social Sciences, Sociology
- Interdisciplinary Studies & More: Child Development, Design Studies, Liberal Studies, Public Health, Nutritional Science and Dietetics, Environmental Studies, Intelligence and Crime Analysis (multiple concentrations)
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
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.