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California State University, San Bernardino

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California State University, San Bernard: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    California State University, San Bernardino is a public university in California, United States, offering bachelor’s and master’s study. It suits students who want a large public university with campuses in San Bernardino and Palm Desert and a listed set of applied and business-related programmes.

  2. What you can study

    You can study at bachelor’s and master’s level. Example programmes listed include Accountancy, Accountancy with an Audit and fraud examination emphasis, Accountancy with a Taxation emphasis, Accounting, Advertising, Advanced microelectronics fabrication, Advanced semiconductor design, Aerospace, and Agricultural commodity risk management.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements for the specific degree they want, including document requirements and deadlines. The university’s website should be used to confirm programme-specific requirements and any country-specific instructions.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here; confirm the current tuition for international students with its admissions office. Living costs in San Bernardino and Palm Desert will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm this before applying. Also check whether you need language test scores, what immigration documents are required, whether your chosen programme is available at the campus you want, and how tuition and housing costs differ between San Bernardino and Palm Desert.

  6. How it compares

    In the United States, where 2,515 universities are listed, California State University, San Bernardino stands out as a public institution with two campuses and a clear bachelor’s-to-master’s structure. Its appeal is practical rather than narrow: it offers a limited but specific programme list, including accountancy, advertising, and technical areas such as semiconductor design and microelectronics fabrication.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about California State University, San Bernard

What type of university is California State University, San Bernardino?

It is a public university in the United States.

What degree levels are offered?

Bachelor’s degrees and master’s degrees are listed.

What campuses does it have?

It has a main campus in the University District of San Bernardino and a branch campus in Palm Desert.

How many programmes are listed?

Nine programmes are listed.

Overview

California State University, San Bernardino is a public research university in San Bernardino, California, United States. Founded in 1965, it is part of the California State University system. The main campus sits on 441 acres (178 ha) in the University District of San Bernardino, with a branch campus of 169 acres (68 ha) in Palm Desert, California, opened in 1986. Cal State San Bernardino's fall 2025 enrollment was 19,049. In fall 2025, it had 1,084 faculty, of which 436 were on the tenure track. Total staff were 952.

Programs at California State University, San Bernard

9 programs across 2 study levels.

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Accounting

Accountancy

California State University, San Bernardino

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Built Environment

Applied Archaeology

California State University, San Bernardino

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Data Science

Applied Data Science

California State University, San Bernardino

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time
Master's Degree Fine Arts

Art, M.A.

California State University, San Bernardino

⏱ 1–2 years 🎓 Full Time

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Accounting

Accounting

California State University, San Bernardino

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Applied Business

California State University, San Bernardino

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts

Art, B.A.

California State University, San Bernardino

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts

Art, B.F.A.

California State University, San Bernardino

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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