Transfer Admissions
Take Your Next Bold Step
Congratulations on exploring this important step in your academic journey. As a Matador, you’ll find the support you need to successfully achieve your goals and complete your bachelor’s degree.
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The spring 2027 application is open.
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Transfer Student Requirements
It’s never too early to take advantage of all that CSUN has to offer! Transfer admissions criteria depend on the number of units completed/in-progress when you apply.
| 59 or Fewer Transferable Semester Units | 60 or More Transferable Semester Units | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall minimum college GPA | 2.0* | 2.0* |
| Completed course requirements |
A grade of C- or better in:
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A grade of C- or better in the “Golden Four” CSU general education course requirements:
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| Other requirements |
Meet CSUN’s first-time freshman eligibility requirements. |
Be ready to declare your major. |
*GPA requirements may be higher for competitive programs. Learn more at Transfer Impaction.
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Student Admissions Process
Unique Opportunities for Transfer Students
An associate degree for transfer (either AA-T or AS-T) from a California community college allows for easier transfer and faster degree completion at a California State University campus. If your AA-T or AS-T degree has been approved for transfer to CSUN, you can complete your bachelor’s degree in 60 additional units.
Learn more about the Associate Degree for Transfer program.
If you’re admitted to CSUN with a verified Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT), you can participate in the California Promise program. You take a two-year pledge to complete your bachelor’s degree in two additional years. If you qualify, you will receive priority registration and academic advising designed for ADT students.
Learn more about California Promise at CSUN.
The Transfer Success Pathway program is designed to support students who faced academic, financial or personal hardships that prevented them from attending a California State University campus. If you are eligible, you can apply for dual admission to both a California community college and CSUN. You will receive personalized guidance to help you prepare to transfer within three years or fewer.
Learn more about the Transfer Success Pathway program.
Important Things to Know
CSUN has implemented academic impaction. If you’re a California resident, you’ll need to meet higher admission requirements if you’re applying to an impacted major.
If you’re an international student, or you’re from out of state, an active military student or a veteran, impaction doesn’t apply to you.
If you’re a first-generation student, you might benefit from the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP). EOP provides services to historically low-income, educationally disadvantaged students who are the first in their immediate family to go to college. If you quality for EOP, you’ll have access to a variety of additional resources to help you succeed as you earn your bachelor’s degree.
The Office of Veterans Affairs is available to review your documents and guide you through the admissions process.
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