California State University – San Bernardino

5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA

About
California State University, San Bernardino was founded in 1965 when it was known as San Bernardino-Riverside State College. The school was formed to meet the educational needs of San Bernardino and Riverside counties and was given 430 acres in northern San Bernardino to begin construction of the school. The school had its first graduating class in 1967. Over the years the school has grown, changing its name several times as its enrollment, program offerings and scope increased. The California State University and Colleges System was established in 1972 with previously existing campuses being given college or university designations. The school gained university status within the system and officially changed its name to California State University, San Bernardino in 1984. Since that time the school has continued to expand, building additional facilities to meet enrollment and student needs, as well as provide the high standard of education demanded of schools in the California State University and Colleges System.


Academics
California State University, San Bernardino offers a large number of majors and minors, ensuring that students will be able to find a program that suits his or her academic needs. Students enrolled in an undergraduate program will take courses related to their major alongside general education courses required to earn a bachelor's degree. Additionally, students may pursue a minor degree which allows for study in a field of interest separate from one's major or to augment the education provided by one's major. graduate programs require an undergraduate degree and have a separate admissions criterion.


Academic programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Biology
• Criminal Justice
• Psychology

Admissions and FInancial Aid
Students interested in enrollment to California State University, San Bernardino must submit a completed application for admission along with standardized test scores and transcripts. Admissions is determined through a scaling combination of test scores and GPA, though special consideration may be given to students who demonstrate exceptional skill and do not meet certain criterion. Residents within the state of California are given admissions priority. Graduate program applicants must have an undergraduate degree and may be required to have a strong GRE or equivalent graduate exam test score to be considered for admissions. The school will review all application prior to the start of the school year and notify individuals regarding admission as soon as the process for review is completed.


Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Students in need of financial aid must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report from which will be used to determine financial need, program eligibility, and monetary awards. Students may be required to provide additional financial documentation to verify the information provided on the student aid report is true and accurate prior to the disbursement of funds. Students that are California residents having demonstrated academic excellence may be entitled to CalGrant funds aside from those offered for need.


Athletics
The California State University, San Bernardino Coyotes participate in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) for intramural sports programs. Such programs provide a forum for healthy competition that allows for the development of teamwork, discipline, good health and sportsmanship. Such skills and values are useful for a student's academic and professional career. Additionally, students are encouraged to experience both personal and group success, as well as discover the camaraderie associated with a group of individuals supporting one another in search of a common goal. Programs begin at various points throughout the year and students are encouraged to visit the athletic department for tryout dates and times, as well as to fill out the associated forms.


Athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (Men Only)
• Basketball
• Cross Country (Women Only)
• Golf (Men Only)
• Soccer
• Softball (Women Only)
• Volleyball (Women Only)
• Water Polo (Women Only)