California State University (CSU)

There are 23 public colleges students can apply to from within the CSU system. If students are eligible for a fee waiver, students can apply to these universities for FREE. The CSU’s are home to about 477,466 students in both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Programs Offered

• Four Year Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Fine Arts
• Masters
• Credentials
• Pre-Professionals

Admission Requirements

• A-G Subject Requirements
• Minimum 2.5 GPA calculated between 10th-11th grade
• SAT or ACT Optional

When Can I Apply to the CSU’s?

• The CSU application opens on October 1, 2022.
• The application window is from October 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
• You can apply to the CSU’s at https://www.calstate.edu/apply/Pages/default.aspx

What Will I Need to Apply?

• A copy of your high school transcript
• A copy of your college transcript (if you have taken dual enrollment courses)
• Parent income information (to check if you qualify for the fee waiver)

For more information about applying to a California State University, please visit: https://www2.calstate.edu/apply