California State University, San Bernardino

California State University, San Bernardino is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 91% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 15,581 students applied to California State University, San Bernardino and 14,119 were admitted.

If you are applying to California State University, San Bernardino, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 11/30 and the fee for the application costs $70.

California State University, San Bernardino Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of California State University, San Bernardino's admissions stats.

California State University, San Bernardino 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	8%
Waitlist	No

California State University, San Bernardino Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for California State University, San Bernardino.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	–	May 1
Regular Decision	Yes	11 30	–

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Applying Early to California State University, San Bernardino?

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California State University, San Bernardino does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

California State University, San Bernardino will release EA admissions decisions no later than May 1.

Some students apply early to college because they hope it will boost their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on California State University, San Bernardino Admissions

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How To Get Into California State University, San Bernardino

CSU San Bernardino is a moderately difficult school to get into. CSU San Bernardino evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, CSU San Bernardino accepted 91% of students, approximately 14,119 from 15,581 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like CSU San Bernardino, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to criminal justice, kinesiology: pre-physical therapy, nursing, social work programs is program very difficult.

Transferring to California State University, San Bernardino

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to California State University, San Bernardino

California State University, San Bernardino has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does California State University, San Bernardino Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at California State University, San Bernardino

What does California State University, San Bernardino consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Geographical Residence	Important

Make sure to check with California State University, San Bernardino for more information on admission factors.

California State University, San Bernardino 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to California State University, San Bernardino, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with California State University, San Bernardino's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into California State University, San Bernardino?

Students admitted to California State University, San Bernardino have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

California State University, San Bernardino is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not. 8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for California State University, San Bernardino?

To be competitive with other California State University, San Bernardino applicants, you should strive to earn between 858 and 1070 (or higher!) on the SAT. At California State University, San Bernardino 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1070 and 25% of scored lower than 858, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of California State University, San Bernardino students scored 530 or higher and 75% of students scored 440 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of California State University, San Bernardino students scored 540 or higher, and 75% scored a 440 or higher.

To be most competitive at California State University, San Bernardino, you should strive to earn between 17.75 and 22.5 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22.5 means you fall in the 75th percentile for California State University, San Bernardino's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22.5, and three out of four students scored lower than 22.5 on the ACT.

A 17.75 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for California State University, San Bernardino students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.75.

More Information on Transferring to California State University, San Bernardino

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to California State University, San Bernardino.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is November 30. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in California State University, San Bernardino during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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California State University, San Bernardino Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to California State University, San Bernardino?

❌ Students who are admitted to California State University, San Bernardino must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does California State University, San Bernardino accept transfer credits?

✅ California State University, San Bernardino accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. California State University, San Bernardino accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to California State University, San Bernardino?

✅ California State University, San Bernardino is not test optional.

What is California State University, San Bernardino's acceptance rate?

✅ California State University, San Bernardino's acceptance rate is 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at California State University, San Bernardino?

❌ California State University, San Bernardino does not offer early decision.

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