MSJC Transfer Students
Overview
As an MSJC student, you can easily transfer to CSUSM. We’ve developed this webpage to make this transition to CSUSM as easy and uncomplicated as possible. Click on a program below to find details on programs, admission, costs and MSJC course equivalencies.
If you have any questions or aren’t sure where to start, please contact us at el.inquiry@csusm.edu or (760) 750-4020.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Cal Grant, Pell Grant, subsidized as well as unsubsidized loans and other sources may be available to help you finance your education.
Students participating in our programs are guaranteed classes. You are registered each semester, helping you stay on track and graduate on time.
Many of these programs are offered at the CSUSM at Temecula campus or online, providing convenient access for students in Southwest Riverside County
Benefit from immediate peer support, individualized attention, guaranteed placement in courses, guaranteed time to completion, small classes and more.
Programs
- ADN/RN TO BSN
Program Overview
CSUSM’s ADN/RN to BSN program is an accelerated, online program designed for registered nurses. This fully online program gives nurses the opportunity to earn their BSN in just 14 months. According to registerednursing.org, CSUSM's ADN/RN to BSN program has been ranked:
- #1 online RN to BSN program in California
- #5 online RN to BSN program in the United States
Program Details
- Offered online
- Admits students four times a year (Fall I, Fall II, Spring I, Spring II)
- 14-month completion time
- View more program information
Upcoming Information Sessions
Estimated Costs
Semester Units* Subtotal** Fall Semester 1 - Block 1 6 $2,040 Fall Semester 1 - Block 2 6 $2,040 Spring Semester 1 - Block 1 5 $1,700 Spring Semester 1 - Block 2 7 $2,380 Summer Semester 1 5 $1,700 Fall Semester 2 - Block 1 6 $2,040
Total 35 $11,900 *Unit rate for this program is $340
**University semester fees not included. View complete breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals based on sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.
Funding and Financial Aid
- This program is eligible for financial aid
- Kaiser IONE Scholarship and other nursing specific funding opportunities may be found online
- Visit the Extended Learning funding page to learn more about your funding options
- Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
- Cal Grant can be used for this program
- Active-duty military, veterans and dependents should visit the military services page or call 760-750-8705
Admission Requirements
- Completion of the equivalent of 60 transferable semester units (or 90 transferable quarter units)
- Minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA in all transferable units attempted
- Completion of the following prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher AND minimum
2.75 GPA in the courses below
Application and Document Deadlines:
Program Start Application & Document Deadline RN to BSN (Online) Fall I 2024 July 10, 2024 Fall II 2024 Sept. 18, 2024 Spring I 2025 Dec. 4, 2024 Spring II 2025 Feb. 5, 2025 Admission Advisor:
- Email: el.inquiry@csusm.edu
- Phone: (760) 750-4020
Course Equivalencies
The following table shows the required prerequisite CSUSM courses needed for admission and the MSJC courses that meet those requirements.
RN-BSN Prerequisite Courses CSUSM Course (units) MSJC Equivalent Course* BIOL 160 - Microbiology BIOL 125 - Microbiology BIOL 175 - Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology I ANAT 101 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I BIOL 176 - Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology II ANAT 102 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II CHEM 105 - General, Organic, and Biochemistry for Life CHEM 101 - General Chemistry
or
CHEM 107 - Chemistry of Life
or
CHEM 112 Organic ChemistryCHEM 105L - General, Organic, and Biochemistry for Life Lab CHEM 101 - General Chemistry Lab
or
CHEM 107 - Chemistry of Life Lab
or
CHEM 112 Organic Chemistry LabArea B4 (MATH 200 - Statistics) BIOL 201 - Biostatistics
or
MATH 140 - Intro to Statistics
or
PSYC 121 - Statistics for Behavioral SciencesArea A1 (GEO 102 - Oral Communication) See ASSIST website Area A2 (GEW 101 - Written Communication) See ASSIST website Area A3 (LTWR 115, MATH 110, PHIL 110, or PSYC 110 - Critical Thinking) See ASSIST website *These courses are subject to change. Prior to taking any of these courses, review the ASSIST MSJC Articulation Agreement to ensure the course still meets CSUSM’s course requirement.
Professional Licensure and Certification
California State University programs for professions that require licensure or certification are intended to prepare the student to meet California licensure and certification requirements. Admission into programs for professions that require licensure and certification does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or certificate. Licensure and certification requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the California State University and licensure and certification requirements can change at any time. The California State University has not determined whether its programs meet other states’ educational or professional requirements for licensure and certification. Students enrolled in a California State University program who are planning to pursue licensure or certification in other states are responsible for determining whether they will meet their state’s requirements for licensure or certification. This disclosure is made pursuant to 34 CFR §668.43(a)(5)(v)(C).
- BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) prepares you to begin your successful business career at some of the finest companies in the region and abroad. Students in this program will complete their course of study with the Senior Experience Program, a culminating learning experience unique to our university.
Program Details
- Offered in-person at the CSUSM at Temecula campus
- Admits students every fall, spring and summer semester
- Two-year completion time
- View more program information
Upcoming Information Sessions
Estimated Costs
Cost Breakdown Semester Units* Subtotal** Fall Semester 1 14 $6,986 Spring Semester 1 12 $5,988 Summer Semester 1 9 $4,491 Fall Semester 2 12 $5,988 Spring Semester 2 13 $6,487 Total 60 $29,940 *Unit rate for this program is $499
**University semester fees not included. View complete breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals based on sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.
Funding and Financial Aid
- This program is eligible for financial aid
- Visit the Extended Learning funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options
- Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
- Active-duty military, veterans and dependents should visit the military services page or call 760-750-8705
Admission Requirements
- Completion of 24 semester units of pre-business core courses prior to admission
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA in pre-business core (see below)
- Individual pre-business core courses must be completed with a C or better
- Completion of the equivalent of 60 transferable semester units at a community college or university
- Completion of an Extended Learning BSBA program application
Application and Document Deadlines:
Program Start Application & Document Deadline Business Administration, BS (Temecula)
Spring 2025 Dec. 18, 2024 Admission Advisor:
Rosalinda McGregor
- Email: rmcrego@csusm.edu
- Phone: (760) 750-4020
Pre-business Core
You are required to complete the pre-business core courses prior to admission. The minimum grade in every pre-business core course must be a C or better (courses may not be taken credit/no credit) and must be completed with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. The UC Berkeley GPA Calculator may be helpful in computing your pre-business core GPA.
Official copies of transcripts submitted as part of your program application package will be used to verify satisfactory completion of the pre-business core admissions requirement. We reserve the right to accept or deny any non-CSUSM, non-articulated coursework (course syllabi may be required for review—please refer to the ASSIST website to verify articulated coursework).
Course Equivalencies
The following table shows the required prerequisite CSUSM courses needed for admission and the MSJC courses that meet those requirements.
BSBA Prerequisite Courses CSUSM Course (units) MSJC Equivalent Course* ACCT 201 - Financial Accounting (3) ACCT 124 - Financial Accounting - Principles of Accounting I ACCT 202 - Managerial Accounting (prerequisite: ACCT 201) (3) ACCT 125 - Managerial Accounting - Principles of Accounting II BUS 202 - Business Law (3) BADM 201 - Legal Environment of Business BUS 203 - Business Writing (prerequisite GEW 101) (3) BADM 104 - Business Communications BUS 204 - Business Statistics (3) MATH 140 - Introduction to Statistics ECON 201 - Microeconomics (3) ECON 202 - Principles of Microeconomics ECON 202 - Macroeconomics (3) ECON 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics MATH 132 - Survey of Calculus (prerequisite: MATH 115) (3) MATH 135 - Calculus for Social Sciences and Business *These courses are subject to change. Prior to taking any of these courses, review the ASSIST MSJC Articulation Agreement to ensure the course still meets CSUSM’s course requirement.
International Students
The full-time BSBA program accepts international students.
The part-time BSBA program is not able to sponsor F-1 students as the requirement of an F-1 visa is full-time student status. However, the program is open to other non-immigrant visa holders who do not need an I-20 document for their status (including H-1 and E-1).
Visit the international student admission page for more information.
- CRIMINOLOGY AND JUSTICE STUDIES
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Justice Studies will teach you how to evaluate critical issues of crime and justice to pursue solutions for positive social change while preparing for careers in criminal justice and social service agencies. You will also be prepared for graduate study in criminology, law, criminal justice, justice studies and more.
Program Details
- Offered in-person at the CSUSM at Temecula campus
- Admits students every fall and spring semester
- Two-year completion time
- View more program information
Upcoming Information Sessions
Estimated Costs
Cost Breakdown Semester Units* Subtotal** Fall Semester 1 15 $7,125 Spring Semester 1 14 $6,650 Fall Semester 2 14 $6,650 Spring Semester 2 12 $5,700 Total 55 $26,125 *Unit rate for this program is $475
**University semester fees not included. View complete breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals based on sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.
Funding and Financial Aid
- This program is eligible for financial aid
- Visit the Extended Learning funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options
- Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
- Cal Grant can be used for this program
- Active-duty military, veterans and dependents should visit the military services page or call 760-750-8705
Admission Requirements
- Completion of the equivalent of 60 transferable semester units (or 90 transferable quarter units)
- Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA from all transfer coursework
- Completion of the prerequisite courses listed below
Application and Document Deadline:
Program Start Application & Document Deadline Criminology and Justice Studies, BA (Temecula) Spring 2025 Oct. 2, 2024 Admission Advisor:
Maritza Baida
- Email: mbaida@csusm.edu
- Phone: (760) 750-4020
Course Equivalencies
The following table shows the required prerequisite CSUSM courses needed for admission and the MSJC courses that meet those requirements.
Criminology Prerequisite Courses CSUSM Course (units) MSJC Equivalent Course* SOC 201 - Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences MATH 140 - Introduction to Statistics
or
PSYC 121 - Statistics for Behavioral SciencesArea A1 (GEO 102 - Oral Communication) See ASSIST website Area A2 (GEW 101 - Written Communication) See ASSIST website Area A3 (LTWR 115, MATH 110, PHIL 110, or PSYC 110 - Critical Thinking) See ASSIST website Area B4 (Mathematics) See ASSIST website *These courses are subject to change. Prior to taking any of these courses, review the ASSIST MSJC Articulation Agreement to ensure the course still meets CSUSM’s course requirement.
- SOCIOLOGY - ACCELERATED
Program Overview
The Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is built for you to examine and address large- and small-scale social problems.
Program Details
- Offered online
- Admits students every fall, spring and summer semester
- 16-month completion time
- View more program information
Upcoming Information Sessions
Estimated Costs
Semester Units* Subtotal** Fall Semester 1 - Block 1 8 $3,360 Fall Semester 1 - Block 2 7 $2,940 Spring Semester 1 - Block 1 7 $2,940 Spring Semester 1 - Block 2 8 $3,360 Summer Semester 1 - Block 1 6 $2,520 Summer Semester 1 - Block 2 6 $2,520 Fall Semester 2 - Block 1 8 $3,360 Fall Semester 2 - Block 2 8 $3,360 Total 58 $24,360 *Unit rate for this program is $420
**University semester fees not included. View complete breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals based on sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.
Funding and Financial Aid
- This program is eligible for financial aid
- Visit the Extended Learning funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options
- Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
- Cal Grant can be used for this program (Please note: students who start programs during the summer term are ineligible to receive funding through Cal Grant)
- View veteran and military funding options
Admission Requirements
- Completion of the equivalent of 60 transferable semester units (or 90 transferable quarter units)
- Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA from all transfer coursework
- Completion of the following prerequisite courses
Application and Document Deadlines:
Program Start Application & Document Deadline Sociology, BA, Accelerated (Online) Spring 2025 Dec. 4, 2024 Admission Advisor:
- Email: el.inquiry@csusm.edu
- Phone: (760) 750-4020
Course Equivalencies
The following table shows the required prerequisite CSUSM courses needed for admission and the MSJC courses that meet those requirements.
Sociology Prerequisite Courses CSUSM Course (units) MSJC Equivalent Course* SOC 101 - Introduction of Sociology SOCI 101 - Principles of Sociology SOC 201 - Introductory Statistics for the Social Sciences MATH 140 - Introduction to Statistics
or
PSYC 121 - Statistics for Behavioral SciencesArea A1 (GEO 102 - Oral Communication) See ASSIST website Area A2 (GEW 101 - Written Communication) See ASSIST website Area A3 (LTWR 115, MATH 110, PHIL 110, or PSYC 110 - Critical Thinking) See ASSIST website Area B4 (Mathematics) See ASSIST website *These courses are subject to change. Prior to taking any of these courses, review the ASSIST MSJC Articulation Agreement to ensure the course still meets CSUSM’s course requirement.
“(The cohort format) encouraged me to participate and become more involved in the program. You get a more personal connection with the people around you and we empower each other to move forward.”
“If you are focused on your degree and have a career goal in mind, this campus has an advantage because you are guaranteed seating in every class, the professors know you on a personal level and you become friends with your classmates because you are always together.”
Request Information
To learn more about these programs, admission requirements, costs and more, email el.inquiry@csusm.edu or call (760) 750-4020.
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