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Puente is open to ALL
Puente accepts students from all backgrounds regardless of race, creed, ethnicity, immigration status, socio-economic status, etc.
We do, however, have eligibility requirements:
- Your goal is to transfer to a university (pursue a Bachelor's degree)
- You must be able to enroll in required Puente courses
- FALL (Phase 1):
- ENGL C1000
- HD 101
- STAT C1000 & 1000S (NOTE: STEM students may not be required to take this with Puente. Your puente counselors will review requirements based on your major and transfer university)
- SPRING (Phase 2):
- ENGL C1001
- Workshops
- FALL (Phase 1):
- You commit to attending (and engaging) required Puente events
Joining Puente is as easy as 1-2-3!
- Complete and submit the Interest Form
- Attend an information session
All information sessions will be held in La Plaza/Dreamer’s Center (T300-C) next to CSU Bakersfield/AV. You can view the campus map to find the specific location. We will provide detailed information about the program and make the commitment form available to you. When you commit, a Puente counselor will meet with you individually to briefly discuss your goals and coursework. We can accommodate up to 30 students who are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Puente is open to ALL eligible students regardless of race, creed, and background.
- Monday, June 29, 2026
- 11:00AM-1:00PM
- Thursday, July 23, 2026
- 2:30pm - 4:30pm
- Monday, August 17, 2026
- 2:30pm - 4:30pm
- Complete and submit the Commitment Form (provided at the Information Session)
If you are not eligible for Puente, consider joining other programs!: