What are the admission requirements?
How can I get involved on campus?
Is a Transfer Student Orientation Session mandatory?
It’s important to note that Cal State Fullerton strictly enforces
Cal State Fullerton offers a rich and rewarding college experience –
Yes. Three types of sessions are available: full-day, half-day
stated application deadlines throughout the admissions process.
there’s something for everyone – and you choose how to make the
and online. For more information, call 657-278-2501, or
Students who miss a stated deadline may have their application
most of it. More than 200 clubs and organizations offer programs and
visit fullerton.edu/orientation.
cancelled or their admission rescinded.
activities, including academic and honors, social and professional, or cultural or recreational to suit your needs. If you’re interested in learning
To meet minimum eligibility for admission to the California State
new skills, taking on leadership roles or volunteering for service
University, you must meet all of the following requirements*:
projects, then student government, the Student Leadership Institute
Can I also enroll at Cal State Fullerton’s Irvine Campus?
n 60 transferable semester units (90 quarter units); a maximum
and our Center for Internships and Community Engagement offer
Yes! In addition to taking classes at the main campus, you may
more choices for involvement.
enroll at our Irvine Campus. Courses are taught by Cal State Fullerton
of 70 transferable semester (105 quarter) units from a community college may be used toward completion of a degree.
faculty and are of the same high academic quality as courses offered
n A minimum of 30 semester units (45 quarter units) in CSU-
at the main campus. What’s more, on both campuses, you have
approved general education coursework with grades of C or
access to outstanding student support services. For more information,
better. The 30 units must include the “Golden Four” requirements
including a list of available majors and graduate programs, visit
with grades of C or better OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). The “Golden Four” requirements are:
WELCOME. Getting ready to transfer to Cal State Fullerton? You’ve made an excellent choice, one that will enhance your ability to compete and succeed beyond college. At Cal State Fullerton, you can take advantage of an exceptional learning environment and a full range of opportunities to gain the preparation you need and an edge for what’s next, whether it’s attending grad school or launching your career. Applying to Cal State Fullerton is a competitive process, so it’s important to be well-prepared academically and begin planning early to ensure a smooth transition.
What do I need to know about impaction?
1
Oral Communication
Cal State Fullerton’s Transfer Center provides peer advising,
2
Written Communication
admissions information, CSU application assistance and campus
How much are tuition and fees?
3
Critical Thinking
referrals for prospective California community college transfer students.
For the 2012-13 year, registration and tuition fees for California
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Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
Call 657-278-3358 or send us an email at transfer@fullerton.edu.
residents are:
The center is located in Langsdorf Hall 501B.
n $4,168 per year for students enrolling at the university part-time
Outside of the local admissions area, which includes all Orange
Appointments are also available with Cal State Fullerton outreach
n $6,676 per year for those who enroll full-time (7 or more units).
County community colleges, the GPA requirement will be higher.
counselors at many of our local community college transfer centers.
Since we are an impacted campus, even applicants from the
Our counselors provide pre-admission counseling, academic advising
local admissions area will be required to meet a higher GPA
and campus referrals. Appointments may be arranged through the
requirement than the minimum 2.0 requirement. To ensure a fair
transfer centers at participating community colleges.
n California residents must have a minimum cumulative grade point
average (GPA) of 2.0 (C) or better in all transferable units attempted.
not exceeded and that we can provide a high-quality education to those we admit, we need to apply more rigorous standards to the transfer applicant pool. This means that all transfer applicants, whether in our local admissions area or outside the local admissions area, must anticipate meeting higher levels of competition than required by minimum CSU eligibility. In fact, local area students are not guaranteed admission if they only meet minimum eligibility.
(6 units or less).
For non-California residents, tuition fees are: n $372 per semester unit in addition to basic registration
When can I apply?
and tuition fees.
process for all applicants, the GPA requirement will not be determined
Apply as soon as possible! Cal State Fullerton processes admissions on
* Please note that fees are subject to change. The CSU makes every effort to keep student
until after the initial filing period is over. It will be based on the number
a rolling basis. Applications are considered in the order they are received.
costs to a minimum. However, fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may
of applications received, the competitiveness of the pool, and the
What services are available for veterans?
Priority filing period for fall 2013: October 1, 2012 – November 30,
number of seats available.
Cal State Fullerton’s Veterans Student Services assists veterans with
2012. It is highly unlikely that applications will be accepted after
successfully transitioning from military service and making the most of
November 30.
n Good academic standing at the last college or university attended.
need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. CSU has reserved the right, even after initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify listed fees, without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun.
their experience on campus. VSS is committed to providing veterans with
Cal State Fullerton is an impacted campus at the transfer level, which means that there are more applications for our campus than we can accommodate. In order to ensure that capacity is
fullerton.edu/IrvineCampus.
Who can advise me about the transfer process?
* Because Cal State Fullerton is an impacted campus across all majors,
personalized services from orientation through graduation that include
Apply online at www.CSUmentor.edu. You can check your
How do I apply for financial aid?
the GPA of admitted students exceeds the CSU minimum.
guidance, support services and resources. Our Student Veterans
admissions status at fullerton.edu/titanonline.
Cal State Fullerton offers many financial aid programs. To be eligible,
Association also enhances students’ experiences through camaraderie,
you must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
networking and advocacy. In addition, our Veterans Certification with
March 2 is the annual deadline for California state aid and the priority
assists veterans and their eligible dependents with receiving their
How do I accept admission?
date for other programs. For more information, visit www.FAFSA.ed.gov
G.I. Bill benefits.
All transfer students who are offered admission for fall 2013 and intend
and fullerton.edu/financialaid, or call 657-278-3125.
to enroll must accept their offer of admission on their student portal by June 1, 2013. An enrollment deposit of $250 is required. Visit fullerton.edu/admissions for complete details.
Academic Advisement Center 657-278-3606
Undergraduate Degrees
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Health Center 278-2800 Housing Services & Residence Life 278-2168 International Education & Study Abroad 278-2787 New Student Orientation 278-2501 University Honors & Scholars Center 278-7440
Latin American Studies
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Veterans Student Services 278-8660 University Outreach 278-2086
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Campus Operator 278-2011
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www.assist.org Find transfer information on course equivalencies and program articulation agreements.
Social, Moral and Legal Philosophy for the Professions
Political Science
Dance
Financial Aid 278-3125
Transfer Center 278-3358
Comparative Literature
Criminal Justice
Extended Education 278-2611
Kinesiology
Communicative Disorders
Computer Science
Educational Opportunity Program 278-2784
Japanese
Physics
Computer Engineering
Disabled Students Services 278-3117
Public Administration
www.CSUmentor.edu File admission applications online, plan for college and obtain financial aid information.
Psychology
www.FAFSA.ed.gov
Public Administration
Apply for financial aid directly online.
Radio-TV-Film Religious Studies Sociology
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T H E C A L I F O R N I A S T AT E U N I V E R S I T Y D O E S N O T D I S C R I M I N AT E O N T H E B A S I S O F R A C E , C O L O R , N AT I O N A L O R I G I N , S E X , R E L I G I O N , S E X U A L P R E F E R E N C E , M A R I T A L S T AT U S , P R E G N A N C Y, A G E O R D I S A B I L I T Y I N T H E E D U C AT I O N A L P R O G R A M S O R A C T I V I T I E S I T C O N D U C T S . S U C H P R O G R A M S A N D A C T I V I T I E S I N C L U D E B U T A R E N O T L I M I T E D T O A D M I S S I O N O F S T U D E N T S , E M P L O Y M E N T A N D I N T E R C O L L E G I AT E AT H L E T I C S .
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