Admissions Lower-Division Transfer Requirements


Admissions ~ Lower-Division Transfer Requirements

Generally, you will qualify for admission as a lower-division transfer student if you have a grade point average of at least 2.0 (C or better) [2.4 for nonresidents of California] in all transferable units attempted, are in good standing at the last college or university attended, and meet any of the following standards:

  • Will meet the freshman admission requirements (grade point average and subject requirements) in effect for the term to which you are applying (see Freshman Requirements); or
  • Were eligible as a freshman at the time of high school graduation except for the subject requirements, have been in continuous attendance in an accredited college since high school graduation, and have made up the missing subjects.

If you graduated from high school prior to 1988, you should contact CSUMB Admissions & Recruitment to inquire about alternative admission programs.

NOTE: Some CSU campuses do not admit lower division transfer applicants. CSUMB does.

Making Up Missing College Preparatory Subject Requirements

Lower-division applicants who did not complete subject requirements while in high school may make up missing subjects in any of the following ways.

  • Complete appropriate courses with a C or better in adult school or high school summer sessions.
  • Complete appropriate college courses with a C or better. One college course of at least three semester or four quarter units will be considered equivalent to one year of high school study.
  • Earn acceptable scores on specified examinations.

Please consult with CSUMB Admissions & Recruitment or any CSU admissions office for further information about alternative ways to satisfy the subject requirements.

Due to enrollment pressures, many CSU campuses do not admit or enroll lower-division transfer students. CSUMB does.

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