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Saddleback Transfer Students
Overview
As a Saddleback College student, you can easily transfer to California State University San Marcos. We’ve developed this webpage to make this transition to CSUSM as easy and uncomplicated as possible. Select a program below to explore details on admissions, costs and Saddleback 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 Eligible
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.
Guaranteed Classes
Students participating in our programs are guaranteed classes. You are registered each semester, helping you stay on track and graduate on time.
Convenient Location
Many of these programs are offered in San Marcos, at the CSUSM at Temecula campus or online, providing convenient access for students in Orange County.
Cohort Programs
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 a fast-track, online program designed for registered nurses. This fully online program gives nurses the opportunity to earn their BSN in just 14 months.
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) Summer 2025 April 9, 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 Saddleback courses that meet those requirements.
RN-BSN Prerequisite Courses CSUSM Course (units) Saddleback Equivalent Course* BIOL 160 - Microbiology for Health Sciences BIO 15 - General Microbiology BIOL 175 - Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology I BIO 11 - Human Anatomy
AND
BIO 12 - Human PhysiologyBIOL 176 - Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology II BIO 11 - Human Anatomy
AND
BIO 12 - Human PhysiologyCHEM 105 - General, Organic, and Biochemistry for Life CHEM 108 - Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry
OR
CHEM 1A - General Chemistry
OR
CHEM 12A - Organic ChemistryCHEM 105L - General, Organic, and Biochemistry for Life Lab
CHEM 108 - Introduction to General, Organic, and Biochemistry
OR
CHEM 1A - General Chemistry
OR
CHEM 12A - Organic ChemistryArea B4 (MATH 200 - Statistics) See ASSIST website Area 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 Palomar 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).
“(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.”
– GEANINE LUCERO
BSBA Graduate; Production Operator, CeloNova BioSciences
“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.”
– JOSEPH ARELLANO
Criminology Graduate
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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