San Bernardino
California State University, San Bernardino
Campus Profile
California State University, San Bernardino (Cal State San Bernardino) Nestled into the foothills of the high and rugged San Bernardino Mountains, California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a picturesque campus home to approximately 20,000 students completing coursework in 70 baccalaureate and master’s degree programs. The inland Southern California location is within an hour’s drive of beaches, deserts, and mountain ski resorts, and it is an easy jumping off point to visit popular tourist destinations like Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs, Disneyland, and the annual Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
CSUSB is consistently ranked nationally as a “best value school” for the high educational rigor and low cost of degree attainment. The College of Business and Public Administration has received special praise, ranked among the most innovative business schools in the U.S. and within the top 20 in the world according to European CEO Magazine. The campus also boasts an observatory, alligator research lab, two museums, a glass blowing studio, a mariachi band, a maker space to support student innovation and creativity, an impressive performing arts venue, an interdisciplinary extended reality technology innovation hub, and a community garden. CSUSB has also been recognized nationally for its high student voter participation, strong support for student success, and diverse student body.
Additional services and opportunities at CSUSB
- Clubs and organizations
- Community engagement opportunities
- Outdoor and travel adventures (organized by the Recreation and Wellness Center)
- Laptop lending program
- Services to students with disabilities
- Intramural sports teams
- Coyote student radio
Essential Information for Exchange Students
- Academic calendar
- Campus housing
- Public transportation options
- English language proficiency requirements
- Current course offerings
- Full course catalog
Admission Criteria
- Minimum English Proficiency Score: This is determined by the Chancellor’s Office for CSUIP programs and is posted in a bulletin.
- Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) to apply: 2.0 (based on 4.0 scale) or equivalent.
Fees
- Campus-based fees charged to student: A mandatory orientation fee is charged to international students. Some courses (mostly labs) have a supplies fee. Students are automatically enrolled in Coyote Day One, which provides all required course materials at a set charge per unit; students can opt out of this program and secure course materials on their own.
- Campus health insurance charged to student: Costs are subject to change annually but are typically around $1000 per semester or $2000 for the full year.
Impacted and Restricted Subject Areas
- Impacted subject areas which are closed to exchange students: Criminal Justice; Kinesiology, Allied Health Professions concentration; Nursing; Social Work; and Psychology. Subject to change at any time.
- Restricted subject areas where limited places are available and are highly competitive for exchange students: Level 4000 courses in the Department of Music.