The first semester for a transfer student at CSU Bakersfield can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. CSUB has many campus resources to give that extra bit of support along the way and a dedicated group of Transfer Peer Mentors to help you.

Prior to Start of Classes

• Make sure you have a full schedule. Fifteen (15) units ensures that you graduate on time, but you may be able to use the summer semester to your advantage. Having trouble finding classes? Talk to your advisor about any graduation requirements or minor classes that fill in any gaps.
• Schedule an Academic Route Tour, take a walking tour of the campus based on your fall schedule. Learn where your classes are going to be and the parking facilities and/or transportation options that will work best for you.
• Request your final transcript from your previous institution be sent to CSUB.
• Submit immunization records to Student Health Services Department.

Transfer Resource Center

The Transfer Resource Center is housed within the division of Enrollment Management and is in the Student Service Building Room 128. The TRC is designed to serve as a Transfer Student Success Zone, where transfer students can build a sense of community, that supports transfer students in their journey at CSUB. Inside of the TRC you will find a welcoming environment, with students and staff ready to help. Also, it is a place that includes the following:

• Study area
• Electrical outlets available for laptop use
• White board
• Printing resource
• Information about campus resources and services
• Campus networking events and programs
• And much more!

Other services provided by the TRC include:

• Transfer Connect: A workshop series that strives to introduce transfer students to various campus resources, opportunities, and academic strategies. Also, events and programs that provide transfer students with the opportunity to get to know fellow students. The workshops and activities are facilitated by campus representatives and tailored to transfer students' needs.
• Transfer Success Zone: The center provides a community space and a welcoming environment for transfer students to build a shared community of support, learning and networking. The front desk is staffed by University Ambassadors who can assist in answering questions and connecting you to campus resources. 
• Peer Connection Network: Our University Ambassadors are a group of experienced students who are available to discuss academic expectations, effective strategies for academic success, study tips and much more. They can share their wisdom and knowledge with you as a CSUB student. With the Peer Connection Network, we aim to:
  • Help transfer students to smoothly transition to CSUB and navigate CSUB services and resources
  • Connect students to the service or program that fits their needs and interests
  • Personalize the transfer student experience through connection and support
  • Increase the student's sense of belonging and community at CSUB
  • Serve as a bridge between resource centers and departments on campus, connecting students with services and resources to facilitate student engagement, persistence, and degree completion

Learning at a Distance

Learning at a distance is a different experience than traditional classroom learning. Some courses at CSUB are exclusively online, meaning that you work at your own pace according to established deadlines. This asynchronous type of learning usually includes discussion boards and video tutorials/lectures. Other classes are remote or synchronous, meaning that they still meet using Zoom at specific class days and times.

CSUB uses Canvas as its online classroom and Zoom as its official meeting software. Utilize the resources at Information Technology Services (ITS) Department website to get help with accessing your Canvas classrooms, downloading and using Zoom, and connecting with virtual campus resources.

Other Transfer Essential Resources

CSUB offers tutoring in each academic advising school by appointment and on a walk-in basis at various locations across campus. These services are offered by tutors trained to encourage the highest level of individual academic success while upholding academic integrity. Please review each website for subject area availability and operating hours.