Transferring to a Cal State University School

CSU Minimum Requirements

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  • Complete at least 60 semester units of CSU-transferable units
    • 2024-2025 CSU GE Advising Sheet. We strongly encourage you to meet with a transfer counselor to create and update your educational plan.
  • Complete the Golden Four Courses by the end of the spring term prior to fall enrollment at a CSU
  • Earn at least a 2.0 GPA for CSU-transferable courses (2.4 GPA for non-California residents). Some majors require a higher GPA for admission selection.
  • Complete the required/ recommended courses needed for your intended major with the minimum grades. Visit ASSIST to see the major preparation coursework expected by each campus

Applying to a CSU Institution