As a transfer student at the California State University, you’ll have access to exceptional opportunities to find your passion and purpose. Every one of our 4,000-plus programs delivers a high-value degree that will help take you where you want to go.
A few things to know as you consider transferring to the CSU:
82% of CSU students earning an undergraduate degree receive
financial aid, and 56% graduate with zero loan debt.
One in every 20 Americans with a college degree earned it at the CSU.
Our universities
rank among the country's best for lifting students economically.
You'll be joining an
alumni network that's more than four million strong, working in every industry across the globe.
How to Transfer to the CSU
There are a variety of ways to enroll as a transfer student at one of our 23 universities. Explore these paths to find the one that’s right for you.
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Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)
Earn a two-year associate degree from a California Community College, then transfer to the CSU. With an ADT, you can earn two degrees—your associate’s and your bachelor’s.
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Upper-Division Transfer
If you will have at least 60 semester units (or 90 quarter units) of transferable coursework by the time you enter a CSU, you’re considered an upper-division transfer student.
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Lower-Division Transfer
If you will have 59 or fewer transferable semester units (or 89 or fewer quarter units) when you
plan to enter a CSU, you’re considered a lower-division transfer applicant.
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Transfer Success Pathway
If you are a new California Community College student, this program can guarantee you admission to the CSU campus and major of your choice, making the transfer process simpler and creating a smoother path to your bachelor’s degree. Ready to get started? Visit the
CSU Transfer Planner.
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