Connecting to my College Identity
- Coyote Success Plan
- Identify Potential Obstacles to Success (Coyote Success Plan)
- Recognize Your Strengths
- Find Solutions to Overcome
- Letter to Self
- Request how to write a "Letter to Myself" with your Student Mentor
- Letter to Self
- Journey Map
- SMART Goals
- Personal Growth
- My Priorities
- Self Care Plan
- Setting Goals Powerpoint
- Career Explorer: Find a career that fits your interests!
- Click on the right for the free test
- Create an account to save your porgress
- Take the quiz
- View all your career options!
- Time Management
- Study Tips & Skills
Building Your Campus Network
*Building relationships and connecting to resources can help expand your networking at CSUSB.
- Student Engagement
- Find your community on campus
- Follow CSUSB's social media accounts to stay updated on on-campus events and opportunities.
- Check out the Student Leadership and Engagement page to find more information about how you can get involved with campus clubs and organizations.
- Professional Engagement
- Take a look at the CSUSB Internship page for information about internship opportunities.
- Internships
- Find and get involved in Student Research programs based on your discipline and majo
- Feel free to utilize your campus network when requesting letters of recommendation. Here are some tips on how to ask for letters
- Take a look at the CSUSB Internship page for information about internship opportunities.
Diversity, Inclusion, & Cultural Competence
- Affinity Centers
- The Affinity Centers serve as a safe space for students to engage with other students based on their culture and identity.
- Institutional Equity & Compliance
- Title IX is responsible for upholding the university’s obligations to respond to sexual harassment, gender discrimination/harassment, and sexual misconduct.
- Student Diversity & Inclusion
- CSUSB prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion to ensure all students have opportunities to achieve success.
- Undocumented Student Success Center
- USSC supports and empowers undocumented students and students from mixed-immigrant status families. The Undocumented Student Success Center (USSC) is dedicated to supporting students at our San Bernardino and Palm Dessert campuses in their educational journeys. Take a moment to explore our resources and contact us with any questions.
- Services to Students with Disabilities (SSD)
Academic Excellence
- Academic Advising
- Academic Advisors will help support you on your journey to graduation.
- Find your Advisor
- Who is My Advisor?
- Health Professional Advising Center (HPAC)
- Explore Majors & Careers
- Check out these online resources to explore careers related to different majors.
- Study Skills
- Every student has different studying methods. These resources can help you find the best practices and provide additional studying tips.
- College Motivation
- Tips for College Motivation
- Support Services
- CSUSB has plenty of support resources to support students academically.
- Tutoring
- Supplemental Instruction
- Writing Center
- Math Coaching
- Honors
- PDC Student Success Studio (S3)
- Services to Students with Disabilities
- Faculty Office Hours
- Take advantage of faculty office hours. During office hours, you can discuss multiple topics related to your significance, such as class discussions, grad school, etc.
- Campus Director (Campus Director | CSUSB)
- Take advantage of faculty office hours. During office hours, you can discuss multiple topics related to your significance, such as class discussions, grad school, etc.
- Student Code of Conduct & Support
Career Readiness
- Career Center
- Building Professional Connections
- Graduate School Research Options
- CSUSB Graduate Degree Programs
Financial Literacy
"Engaged Learning": Connecting Passions to Interests
- Community Engagment
- Get involved in your community!
- Volunteer
- Coyote Cares Day
- Get paid for volunteering (College Corps)
- Coyote Garden
- Adventure Club
- Coyote Connections: Clubs/Organizations/Workshops/Events
- Research
- Study Abroad
- BUNAC: BUNAC connects U.S. students with work opportunities in Canada, Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand, as well as internship opportunities in Great Britain, South Africa, Spain, Asia, Australia, and Central America.
- Go Abroad: Students can search for international internships, learn about getting college credit, and get help choosing the program that best suits them through Go Abroad internship search.
- iHipo: Features a wealth of resources for finding jobs and internships abroad, including a job search tool, detailed company profiles, and interview advice.
- Transitions Abroad: Transitions Abroad has many articles and resources to help students learn about various aspects of studying abroad, including working, interning, volunteering, and teaching.
- Internships
- internships.com
- InternQueen.com
- InternJobs.com
- Idealist.org
- Mediabistro.com
- U.S. Department of State
- Volunteering (outside of campus)
I'm Done With School. Now What? Linking Everything
- Preparing for Graduation
- Undergrad: The Final Steps
- Graduate School Prep
- Be aware of deadlines. CSUSB offers Graduate Application Assistance
- Pre-Steps for grad school while at CSUSB
- Graduate Studies - Significant Steps Needed for Grad Schools
- Choosing: Masters, Ph.D., Professional School, E.D.D
- Every program may have different requirements
- Faculty Member (Mentor)
- Similar Interest (Academy or workforce)
- Letter of Recommendation
- Contact the Program
- G.P.A. Requirements
- Personal Statements or Statement of Purpose
- Interview
- Transcripts
- Funding
- Entrance Exams
- Professional Opportunity (T.A or R.A)
- Newsletter
- Alumni Network
- Location
- Two years or more
- Where will you live? Culture and Environment
- Out-of-state vs. state tuition
- Asking for References
- Professors
- Counselors
- Supervisors
- CSU Application
- Complete the CSU Application for Graduate Admission
- Pay the $70 graduate application fee (nonrefundable)
- Request official transcripts from all colleges and universities listed on your application.
- Submit transcripts and test scores to the graduate admissions office at the university.
- Submit supplemental applications and materials (resume, letters of recommendation, etc.) to the department you're applying to.
- GSSC will waive the graduate application fee (CSUSB programs only)
- UC/Private School Applications
- UC application deadlines are open once a year. Privates vary by school and graduate program.
- Applications generally open around September but may vary by institution.
- Pay the $80 UC application fee. Privates vary in cost.
- Submit transcripts and test scores to the graduate admissions office at the university.
- Submit supplemental applications and materials (resume, letters of recommendation, etc.) to the department you're applying to.
- Add out-of-state resources for grad programs.
- License. Job Opportunities, Internship Access
- Choosing: Masters, Ph.D., Professional School, E.D.D
Basic Needs & Student Support
- Care Team
- Financial Security
- Housing Security
- Food Security
- Obershaw Den
- Assists currently enrolled CSUSB students facing food insecurity, requiring proof of enrollment at each visit while ensuring confidentiality.
- CALFRESH
- Basic Needs Powerpoint
- Obershaw Den
Fuel Your Body, Calm Your Mind, Yotie Living, True Wellness You’ll Find!
Building Partnerships with Our Community
Academic Success and Undergraduate Advising (ASUA)
- Academic Support
- Academic Advising
- English Language Support Center
- Math Coaching
- Student Success Studio (S3) Palm Desert Campus
- ACE Staff
- Supplement Instruction
- The Writing Center
- Tutoring
- Advising
- Academic Advising
- Health Professions Advising Center
- Mentoring
- Coyotes Achieve
- Student Mentoring Program
- Coyote Network
Community Resources
Acknowledgements: Kabba Barua, Janelle Ellis, Jesse Hernandez, Kiaurra Grinstead, Simeone (Simi) Miller, Marilyn Monroy and the Student Mentoring Program.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the Student Mentors at CSUSB for their invaluable contribution in developing this project tailored to fellow students. Thank you for your dedication and expertise.