Academic Pathway Program
Admission Eligibility
- High School Diploma
- High school GPA between 2.00 and 2.49
- English language proficiency (see below)
- High school graduate or lower-division college transfer student
| Assessment Type | Undergraduate | Graduate |
| CSUSB ELP | Level 3 (Advanced I) |
Level 4 (Advanced II) |
| TOEFL Internet Based (iBT) | 61 | 79 |
| TOEFL Paper Based (PBT) | 500 | 550 |
| IELTS | 5.5 | 6.0 |
| Duolingo | 95 | 105 |
| PTE | 43 | 53 |
| iTEP | 3.7 | 4.4 |
| EIKEN | Pre1/CSE:2304-3000 | 1/CSE:2630-3400 |
| CEFR | B2 | C1 Advanced (180-199) |
| CAE | B2 First (168) | 180 |
How to Apply
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I meet CSUSB's English proficiency requirement 1. Submit APP application online 2. Pay $120 non-refundable application fee, AND submit all required documents to iep@csusb.edu 3. Apply for CSUSB university admission on CSU Apply 4. Pay the $70 application fee and upload all documents listed on CSU Apply 5. International admissions will confirm denial to CSUSB direct admission, but eligibility to Academic Pathway Program 6. Receive confirmation for Academic Pathway Program from CSUSB International Education Program (IEP) |
I do not meet CSUSB's English proficiency requirement 1. Submit both English Language Program (ELP) and Academic Pathway Program application online 2. Pay $120 non-refundable application fee, and submit all required documents to iep@csusb.edu 3. Apply for CSUSB university admission on CSU Apply 4. Pay the $70 application fee and upload all documents to CSU Apply 5. International admission will confirm denial to CSUSB direct admission, but eligibility for Academic Pathway Program 6. Receive admission confirmation for conditional admission to Academic Pathway Program from CSUSB International Education Program (IEP) |
Required Application Documents
- Bank or Financial statement with a minimum of $15,484
- Official high school diploma in original language and English translation
- Official high school/college transcripts in original language and English translation
- Official English Proficiency exam score, if you have
- Copy of passport
APP Application Deadline
| Term | Deadline |
| Spring 2025 | January 2, 2025 |
| Summer 2025 | May 1, 2025 |
| Fall 2025 | August 7, 2025 |
Tuition and Fees
| Term | Tuition | Campus Fee | Tuition Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | $5900 | $1010.67 | August 13, 2024 |
| Spring 2025 | $5900 | $994.04 | January 8, 2025 |
| Summer 2025 | $5900 | $286.94 | May 17, 2025 |
*Campus fee is subject to change semester by semester
Tuition includes 12 credit units for undergraduate students. The Additional Unit Fee applies to each unit above the stated undergraduate limits: $492 per units.
Refund Policy
- Full refunds will be given before the first day of the term.
- Fifty percent (50%) refunds given during the first week (5 days) of the term.
- No refunds after the first week (5 days) of the term.
- No refunds on late fees.
- Sponsored Students: If your sponsor does not pay the balance within two terms, you will be responsible for payment.
Health Insurance
All F-1 and J-1 visa applicants must agree to obtain and maintain health insurance as a condition of registration and continued enrollment at CSUSB. Students will not be able to register for classes without purchasing a health insurance plan. The only exception is Students on SACM scholarships, which provide insurance coverage, must show proof to our office (CGI, Third Floor) in order to be excluded.
All students are required to purchase insurance through AHP Care.
Steps to Enroll in Coverage:
- Visit AHP Care.
- Select the term of coverage (example: Spring 2024).
- Submit Proof of Insurance Enrollment to the IEP office via email at iep@csusb.edu.
Please visit AHP Care for more information on the schedule of benefits, dates of coverage, and program costs.
For more detailed information on how to create your student health insurance account, please download the how to guide.
CSUSB International Student AHP Health Insurance Account Creation SM 07172023_1.pdf
On-campus Housing (optional)
Living on campus provides many opportunities to get involved at CSUSB. It's also an excellent chance to build life-long friendships. Student housing is offered in four dormitory environments: Serrano Village, Coyote Village, Arrowhead Village and University Village.
Visit Housing and Residential Education to apply.
Student Health Center (on-campus)
As an enrolled student at CSUSB, you pay a Student Health Fee and are eligible for health and counseling services at the Student Health Center and Counseling & Psychological Services office. The CSUSB Student Health Center supports students' academic success by providing high quality accessible health and psychiatric care as well as health education and wellness services in a safe, confidential and compassionate environment.
For counseling or therapy services please contact Counseling and Psychological Services. They also have a full-time staff of Marriage and Family Therapists, Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists and supervised interns.
For more information on services provided, visit the Student Health Center page. You can also contact the Student Health Center at coyotehealth@csusb.edu or call 909-537-5241.