Frequently Asked Questions
What is a TSP agreement?
It is an agreement between a student and a specific California State University that guarantees admission into the selected CSU and program as long as the student meets all admission requirements within three years.
Can I submit more than one TSP agreement?
No, students can have only one agreement with a CSU and one major.
Can I switch my TSP agreement to another degree program and/or CSU?
Students enrolled in a TSP agreement can request, via the Transfer Planner, to be released from an agreement. Students can sign up for another agreement only during the agreement cycle (August 1-September 30).
Can I end my TSP agreement?
Students enrolled in a TSP agreement can request, via the Transfer Planner, to be released from an agreement.
How do I know when my TSP agreement has been accepted?
Once the university reviews and approves the TSP agreement, it will send an email notification to the student.
What
does
dual
admission
mean?
Dual admission is an agreement between one of 23 California State Universities and a California Community College whereby students are conditionally accepted into both institutions simultaneously. Under dual admission, students will receive advising and support services to transfer to the university. Upon completing the requirements at the community college and meeting the agreed-upon TSP criteria, students can transfer smoothly to the university to complete their bachelor's degree.
Am I allowed to attend a different community college than what is listed in my TSP agreement?
Yes, students can attend a different community college and can even attend multiple community colleges. Students can add colleges attending via the Transfer Planner at any point in time.
If
I
don't
submit
a
TSP
agreement
right
after
high
school
graduation,
can
I
submit
one
later?
The CSU allows a student to take one gap year; anything beyond that is contingent upon approval by the specific university.
When
will
I
know
about
my
guaranteed
admission?
Students who entered into a TSP agreement still will need to submit an application via Cal State Apply when they are ready to transfer. Once the university receives the student's application, during its admissions cycle, the student will receive an acceptance letter.
What is the difference between the Transfer Success Pathway (TSP) program and Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT)?
ADTs provide priority admission consideration and guarantee graduation with 60 units in the CSU degree program (major) similar to the ADT earned at a California Community College. A TSP agreement guarantees admission provided the student meets the requirements of the TSP agreement with a CSU.
Do all 23 universities of the CSU participate in TSP?
Yes, but each university determines which programs are eligible for a TSP agreement. Nursing or programs that require a portfolio or audition are not eligible for a TSP agreement.
I
completed
dual
enrollment
courses
in
high
school.
Am
I
still
eligible?
Yes, students can attend a different community college and can even attend multiple community colleges. Students can add colleges attending via the Transfer Planner at any point in time.
Are international
students
eligible
for
TSP?
Yes, as long as they attend a California Community College after high school.