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Cal State Fullerton offers conditional admission based upon self-reported and in progress coursework as indicated on the Cal State Apply application. Conditional admissions means that our offer is contingent upon you continuing to meet all the requirements for admissions to CSUF. All applicants must maintain eligibility by successful completion of First-year or Transfer admission requirements and adhering to enrollment deadlines.
- Accept your admissions offer & Pay the $250 enrollment administrative charge (if applicable to you)
- Submit necessary documents (official transcripts & test scores) by the deadlines established in your CSUF Tasks list
- Register and complete CSUF Orientation
- Receive Academic Advising
- Register for courses via CSUF Portal
First-Year Student Next Steps
Firm Deadlines - Failure to meet the final deadlines listed below may result in a withdrawal of the application from consideration for admission.
Priority deadline vs. Final deadline
July 1 Priority Final Official Transcripts Deadline – Documents received on or before this date will be shown priority in admission review. Meeting these deadlines will allow for a smoother processing experience. Missing this deadline does not have a negative repercussion for the applicant.
July 15 Final Official Transcript Deadline – All required Admission Documents must be delivered on or before this deadline. Failure to submit any required documents prior to document deadline will affect your admission and may result in the withdrawal of your application from consideration for Fall 2024.
February 15
Deadline for Official Initial Transcript ( For select First-Time Freshman only: check your CSUF task list )
How to Submit
July 1
Priority Deadline High School Transcript
w/graduation date and Test Scores (if applicable) & Exam Credit
How to Submit
July 15
High School Transcript Deadline
w/graduation date and Test Scores (if applicable) & Exam Credit
How to Submit
Transfer Student Next Steps
Firm Deadlines - Failure to meet the final deadlines listed below may result in a withdrawal of the application from consideration for admission.
Priority deadline vs. Final deadline
July 1 Priority Final Official Transcripts Deadline – Documents received on or before this date will be shown priority in admission review. Meeting these deadlines will allow for a smoother processing experience. Missing this deadline does not have a negative repercussion for the applicant.
July 15 Final Official Transcript Deadline – All required Admission Documents must be delivered on or before this deadline. Failure to submit any required documents prior to document deadline will affect your admission and may result in the withdrawal of your application from consideration for Fall 2024.
April 15
Official Initial Transcripts (with Fall grades posted and Spring coursework in-progress) & Official AP Scores
How to Submit
July 1
Priority Deadline Final Transcript & Official AP Scores (AA-T/AS-T posted if applicable)
How to Submit
July 15
Final Transcript (AA-T/AS-T posted if applicable) & Official AP Scores
How to Submit
International Students
Visit the International Student Services Pre-semester Start Checklist below.
admissions deferrals
Cal State Fullerton is a highly impacted campus on all levels, and as such, does not defer admissions. If a student is unable to enroll for the admitted term, they will need to reapply for a future term.