Bulldog Bound
Bulldog Bound - Guaranteed Admissions Program
Fresno State is committed to ensuring clear and equitable pathways to higher education, along with preparing students in our region for success. This program is starting Fall of 2023.
About the Program
Bulldog Bound is Fresno State’s guaranteed admissions program. It means that high school students from partnering school districts who meet the minimum California State University requirements are guaranteed a spot at Fresno State after they graduate.
Fresno State Bulldog Bound ensures that qualified students have a clear, tangible
path to a college degree. Fresno State will support students and their families with
admission preparation as early as ninth grade.
Who Can Participate
Any student in grades 9 through 12 in Fresno State’s partnering school districts can sign a guaranteed admission agreement with Fresno State, with the consent of their parent(s) or guardian(s).
Fresno State’s partnering school districts are located in Fresno, Madera, Kings and Tulare counties. The following school districts are current Bulldog Bound partners:
- Fresno Unified School District
- Visalia Unified School District
- Fowler Unified School District
- Sanger Unified School District
- Parlier Unified School District
- Central Unified School District
- University High School
By participating in Bulldog Bound, students receive:
- Guaranteed admissions as early as 9th grade
- Early admission for 11th graders
- On-the-spot admissions for 12th graders
- Fresno State ID Card, email, and library access
- Help with career and academic major exploration
- Dual enrollment opportunities*
- Assistance with application to Fresno State
- Early financial aid estimates
- Scholarship opportunities
- Campus life experience
- Summer student experience opportunities
- Resources for parents/guardians
*Scheduled to start in 2024-2025 using the Uni-track and/or other models offered by Fresno State.
Program Overview per Grade Level
9th Grade
- Students sign a guaranteed admissions agreement
- Students enroll and succeed in college preparatory courses (A-G requirements)
- Fresno State provides the following:
- Fresno State ID
- Fresno State email address
- Library access for students
- Parents/guardians sign up to join the parent community
10th Grade
- Students enroll and succeed in college preparatory courses (A-G requirements)
- Fresno State provides the following:
- Campus tour
- Career and academic major exploration
- Summer experience
- Parents/guardians are provided with financial literacy information
11th Grade
- Students enroll and succeed in college preparatory courses (A-G requirements)
- Students explore dual enrollment opportunities
- Fresno State provides the following:
- Pre-admission qualification and pre-admission certificate
- Summer experience
- Cal State Apply workshops are available to parents/guardians
12th Grade
- Students enroll and succeed in college preparatory courses (A-G requirements)
- Fresno State provides the following:
- On-the-spot admission
Early financial aid estimates - Scholarship opportunities
- On-the-spot admission
- Parents/guardians and students attend senior admissions reception
You Are Bulldog Bound!
Student Commitment
- Sign agreement with Fresno State
- Participate in Fresno State programs and activities
- Maintain academic standards for Fresno State
Parent/Guardian Commitment
- Consent to student participation
- Participate in Bulldog Bound programs and activities
- Be part of the Fresno State parent community
School District/School Commitment
- Enter into agreement with Fresno State
- Agree to data sharing
- Provide access to students
- Encourage students to participate
- Provide resources for dual enrollment
- Provide resources to transport students to Fresno State for on-campus programs
To participate in the Bulldog Bound program, contact Fresno State Admissions and Recruitment at 559.278.2261.