California State University, Bakersfield

California State University, Bakersfield requires a minimum of 120 to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. California State University, Bakersfield accepts transfer credits. Additionally, California State University, Bakersfield has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 50% of students who start college at California State University, Bakersfield finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	–	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	–	X	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: California State University, Bakersfield may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At California State University, Bakersfield?

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with California State University, Bakersfield directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at California State University, Bakersfield

When choosing a major, California State University, Bakersfield students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at California State University, Bakersfield.California State University, Bakersfield allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. California State University, Bakersfield offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About California State University, Bakersfield

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Does California State University, Bakersfield Offer Learning Disability Services?

🟨 Check with California State University, Bakersfield directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does California State University, Bakersfield Offer Online Classes?

✅ California State University, Bakersfield true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does California State University, Bakersfield Give Credit for AP Classes?

🟨 California State University, Bakersfield may offer credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Check with the school directly for any information on AP transfer credit.

Does California State University, Bakersfield Have An Honors Program?

✅ California State University, Bakersfield true for highly-qualified applicants. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at California State University, Bakersfield.

Does California State University, Bakersfield Require Internships?

❌ California State University, Bakersfield studets are not required to complete an internship.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While California State University, Bakersfield does not require internships for students of any major, internships are a great way to get work experience, discover career paths that might fit you, or rule out ones that don't.

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Additional Information About California State University, Bakersfield

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California State University, Bakersfield Library

The main library on campus is the Walter W. Stiern Library.

Dual Degree Programs at California State University, Bakersfield

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

California State University, Bakersfield does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

Does California State University, Bakersfield have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

CSU Bakersfield does not have any ROTC programs.

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