Fullerton CalState
Real knowledge. Real Life. Real Rewards.
[
R E A L
C H O I C E S
]
Students who are Real Our students are a lot like you — more than 36,000 reflect California’s rich, multicultural population. Many are the first in their families to pursue a college education. For others, joining our proud Titan alumni has become a tradition among relatives and friends.
Real Faculty in the Classroom About 2,100 full- and part-time faculty members bring impressive credentials and diverse backgrounds to their classrooms. On our campus, you are taught by faculty, not teaching assistants, and you will appreciate getting to know and interact with your professors on a personal level. Their primary focus is teaching, helping you reach your potential and prepare for a successful future.
California State University, Fullerton. It’s A Real Opportunity.
A Campus with Real Impact
A Great Location
Located on 236 acres, our campus is comfortably compact and
Fullerton is a quiet urban community in North Orange County.
beautifully landscaped. What’s new? The Mihaylo College of Business
It’s just about 25 miles from downtown Los Angeles and about
and Economics just opened its $87.5-million home in fall 2008, and
21 miles from nearby beaches. Our location is one of our major
our students love the recently opened 95,000-square-foot Student
assets, offering the resources of a dynamic, flourishing area
Recreation Center. The main campus consists of 22 permanent
that includes Orange County, metropolitan Los Angeles and
buildings, including one of California’s leading university performing
the expanding Inland Empire. What are the advantages? At Cal
arts facilities, well-equipped laboratories and state-of-the-art class-
State Fullerton, you experience real life — a vibrant, metropolitan
rooms, a picturesque 26-acre Arboretum, and student residence halls.
university environment that offers real-world connections to
You can easily walk to classes within 10 minutes, and two parking
business, government, entertainment and the arts. At the same
structures have expanded student parking.
time, you will enjoy a comfortable campus atmosphere that students say feels more like a small college.
This is your time. It’s right now.
Consider Some Real Choices First, take a look at the quality and diversity of our academic programs. You can choose from 105 programs, including 50 at the graduate level, offered by eight unique colleges: The Arts, Mihaylo College of
unique colleges
Arts
Mihaylo College of Business and Economics
Communications
Education
Engineering and Computer Science
Health and Human Development Humanities and Social Sciences
Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Business and Economics, Communications, Education, Engineering and Computer Science, Health and Human Development, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences and Mathematics.
With full overall accreditation, many of our academic programs are also distinguished by national accreditations and
Succeed in the Classroom; then Go Beyond It Cal State Fullerton offers an exceptional learning environment and an education that goes well beyond the classroom. Our students have opportunities for undergraduate research, professional internships, prestigious competitions, study abroad and other real-world experiences. Can you imagine working on a research project one-on-one with your professor? Developing a professional business proposal with a team of student consultants? Or performing in the National College Dance Festival or Theater Festival at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C? How about planning and competing in the National Debate Tournament, or capturing the top award in a national student video news competition? Talk to our students, and you will quickly get an idea of the number of exciting opportunities available to you.
associations. A number of them have achieved national
Get a Great Start and Stay on Track
prominence because of our
Before your first day of class begins, we’ll help you get focused
outstanding faculty and the
and get off to a great start through New Student Orientation
achievements of our alumni. In fact U.S. News & World Report
programs. In addition, academic advising, Freshman Programs,
ranks Fullerton among the top 10 Public Universities – Master’s
peer mentoring and tutoring, and Student Academic Services
Institutions in the West.
are just some of the ways we help our students succeed and stay on track to graduation.
Make the most of it with an Outstanding Education at Cal State Fullerton.
Have a Real College Experience Do you want to get involved, have fun and meet new friends? More than 200 clubs and organizations offer programs and activities including academic and honors, social and professional, or cultural and recreational choices to suit your interests. Are you interested in learning new skills, taking on leadership roles or volunteering for service projects? Student government, the Student Leadership Institute and our Center for Internships and Community Engagement offer more choices for you to get involved with the campus and surrounding community.
Be Ready for What’s Next When it’s time to take the next step, whether it’s graduate school or beginning a “real” career, you will have the confidence, knowledge and skills you need to compete. Consider this: according to a recent survey by the Association of American Colleges and Universities, standardized tests and transcripts just aren’t enough. Employers overwhelmingly like to see faculty-supervised internships, community-based projects and comprehensive senior projects in potential employees’ resumes. At Cal State Fullerton, you can do that, and even more.
Our proud Titan alumni number more than 190,000 and represent outstanding leaders in every field whether its business or education, government or public service, science and technology,
• A REAL QUICK FACT • In 1962 our campus hosted “The First Intercollegiate Elephant Race in Human History.” The event attracted more than 10,000 spectators, 15 pachyderm entrants, a telegram from Richard M. Nixon and worldwide media coverage. The Associated Press rated the story among the top ten that year. Our star mascot – Tuffy Titan – was born.
health professions or the arts. Chances are, you may very well be networking or interviewing with a number of them when it’s time for the next big step in your future.
Frequently Asked Questions We know you have a lot of questions about our campus. Here are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions from prospective freshmen.*
What are typical test scores and high school grade point averages for incoming freshmen? The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen is 3.18. The
What is the average age of students? The average age of incoming freshmen is 18 years old. The average age of all undergraduate students is 23, and the average age of all Cal State Fullerton students, including graduate students is 24.
18 AVERAGE AGE OF INCOMING FRESHMEN
average SAT score is 978; the average math score is 499, and the
23
average verbal score is 480.
SAT 978
GPA
3.18
Math 499 Verbal 480
24
AVERAGE AGE OF ALL CAL STATE FULLERTON STUDENTS
AVERAGE AGE OF ALL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Is it true that Cal State Fullerton doesn’t admit many freshmen? As a matter of fact, we have a higher-than-average rate of acceptance. For example, for fall 2007, we received 29,666 applications from first-time freshmen. Of this number,
What are the fees for undergraduates? Currently, fees are $1,190 per semester for undergraduates taking six or fewer units and $1,829 per semester for those taking more than six units.
What majors are most often selected by incoming freshmen?
17,895 students were accepted for admission, which is an acceptance rate of 60 percent.
29,666 APPLICATIONS FROM FIRST-TIME FRESHMEN
freshmen are: 771
n Psychology
211
n Theatre
143
n Liberal Studies
132
n Biology
132
n Undeclared students
772
%
17,895
2007 ACCEPTANCE RATE
The five majors that are most often selected by incoming
n Business Administration
60
What are the athletics programs offered at Cal State Fullerton? Titan Athletics has a proud tradition of developing outstanding student athletes. Men’s programs include NCAA Division I baseball (2004, 1995, 1984 and 1979 national championships), basketball, cross-country, soccer, track and wrestling. Division I women’s sports are basketball, cross-country, gymnastics (1979 national
* S O U R C E O F D ATA I S F R O M FA L L 2 0 0 7 S N A P S H O T S O F F I R S T- T I M E F R E S H M E N , I N S T I T U T I O N A L R E S E A R C H & A N A LY T I C A L S T U D I E S
championship), soccer, softball (1986 national championship), tennis, track and volleyball.
Undergraduate Degrees American Studies
Criminal Justice
Linguistics
Anthropology
Dance
Mathematics
Art
Economics
Art History, General Studio Art, Teaching, Ceramics, Crafts, Creative Photography, Drawing and Painting, Entertainment Printmaking, Sculpture
Environmental Chemistry, Biotechnology
Engineering
Cell and Developmental Biology, Marine Biology,
How can I learn more about Cal State Fullerton? The best way to experience Cal State Fullerton is to visit our campus. You can take a tour, visit classrooms, and talk with our students and faculty. We look forward to meeting you and helping you get acquainted with all that we offer. Visit us at www.fullerton.edu/tours for more details on scheduling campus visits.
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Business Administration and Tourism Management, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Information Systems, Management, Management Science, Marketing
Chemistry Environmental Chemistry
Child and Adolescent Development Civil Engineering
Advertising, Entertainment Studies, Journalism,
Acceptance to college is competitive.
Photocommunications, Public Relations
To help make sure that you’re on track,
Communicative Disorders
please visit www.CalStateFullerton.com for
Comparative Literature
comprehensive information on specific
Computer Science
Accompanying, Composition, Instrumental, Jazz and Commercial Music, Keyboard,
Ethnic Studies
Liberal Arts, Music Education, Music History
Afro-Ethnic Studies, Chicano Studies, Asian American Studies
European Studies French
Philosophy for the Professions
Physics
Environmental Analysis
Geology
Political Science Public Administration
German Health Science
Psychology Public Administration
History Human Services International Business Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
Radio-TV-Film Religious Studies Sociology Spanish
Japanese
Speech Communication
Kinesiology Latin American Studies Liberal Studies Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary Thematic Plan
and Theory, Voice
Nursing Social, Moral and Legal Philosophy
Geography
Architectural Engineering
Communications
Music
English
Accounting, Business Economics, Entertainment
Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering Science
Biological Science Biodiversity, Ecology and Conservation Biology,
and Statistics, Teaching
Electrical Engineering
Arts/Animation, Graphic Design, Illustration,
Biochemistry
Applied Mathematics, Probability
Theatre Arts Liberal Arts, Production/Performance, Playwriting, Acting, Directing, Technical Production/Design, Musical Theatre, Teaching
Women’s Studies
admission requirements and application deadlines.
www.CalStateFullerton.com
For complete information about degree programs, visit www.CalStateFullerton.com.
Academic Advisement Center 714-278-3606
Health Center 278-2800
Admissions and Records 278-2300
Housing Services & Residence Life 278-2168
Adult Re-entry/Women’s Center 278-3889
International Education & Study Abroad 278-2787
Campus Tours 278-2501
New Student Orientation 278-2501
Career Center 278-3121
Transfer Center 278-3358
Center for Careers in Teaching 278-7130
University Honors & Scholars Center 278-7440
Disabled Student Services 278-3117
University Outreach 278-2086
Educational Opportunity Program 278-2784 Financial Aid 278-3125
Campus Operator 278-2011
FSC LOGO REV BLK
Your journey begins here. For real.
I T I S T H E P O L I C Y O F C A L I F O R N I A S T AT E U N I V E R S I T Y, F U L L E R T O N T O A D O P T A N D S U P P O R T M E A S U R E S D E S I G N E D T O P R E V E N T A N D E L I M I N AT E D I S C R I M I N AT I O N I N E D U C AT I O N A L P R O G R A M S , A C T I V I T I E S O R E M P L O Y M E N T O N T H E B A S I S O F R A C E , C O L O R , R E L I G I O N , S E X , N AT I O N A L O R I G I N , A G E O R P H Y S I C A L H A N D I C A P.