Frequently Asked Questions
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How
do I apply?
You may apply to Cal State Fullerton online at www.csumentor.edu.
You will receive an instant confirmation upon submission
of your electronic application. You may submit to more
than one Cal State campus with your single application.
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When
should I apply?
For the Cal State University system, October 1 - November
30 is the filing period for the fall term, August 1-31
is the filing period for the spring semester. Cal State
Fullerton only accepts applications during the filing
period.
In general, it is advisable to apply as early
as possible. If a major or class level is impacted,
it will be closed to all applications at the end
of the initial filing period.
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What
are the costs of attending?
California residents enrolled in the regular program
pay fees but no tuition since the State’s taxpayers
underwrite that cost.
For 2005-2006, Cal State Fullerton's estimated college
costs:
Undergraduate Students
California residents
• Taking six or fewer units: $1,934 per year (two
semesters)
• Taking more than six units: $2,990 per year
Non-California residents
• $339 tuition per unit, or about $6,580 per
semester for a 15-unit course load
Visit the Financial aid website to calculate
your cost of attending and the latest fee information.
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What
are the basic requirements for admission?
• Complete the required A-G courses while in high
school including language other than English;
2 years in the same language (3 years recommended)*
• Graduate high school with the appropriate GPA
• Receive an eligibility index score of 2900 or
greater
*Cal State Fullerton has postponed
for two years the second language graduation requirement
that was scheduled to take effect in fall 2006 in order
to further study the impact of this requirement on enrollment.
Students can satisfy this graduation requirement prior
to entering CSUF or after they have been admitted to
the university by demonstrating an intermediate level
proficiency in a language other than English. For more
information about this graduation requirement, please
visit www.fullerton.edu/SecondLanguage.
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What
are the deadlines?
It is important to apply on time, to get your transcripts
in, to take placement tests and attend the mandatory
orientation... start
early and be aware of the deadlines.
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services are available to help Veterans?
Our Veterans
Program office in Admissions and Records
are here to help Veterans trying to acquire education
benefits. Visit us at the Veterans Programs office
(LH-116) or call 714-278-2373 during normal business
hours.
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Do
I need to report any previous college coursework?
Applicants are required to report all college and university
coursework and to request transcripts from each of institution
attended to be sent directly to the Admissions Office.
A summary of work taken at a previous institution and
entered on the transcript of another institution is not
acceptable.
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When
will I know if I've been admitted?
For fall semester, the Office of Admissions receives
over 20,000 applications from first time freshman and
over 10,000 from transfers students. Most students are
notified by mid-March. It is critical for applicants
to respond to any request for further information from
the Office of Admissions.
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Do
I need to send in SAT I or ACT results if I have a
high GPA?
ACT or SAT I results are required from all applicants.
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What
placement tests will be required?
All new undergraduate students entering any California
State University are required to take the English Placement
Test (EPT) and the Entry Level Mathematics (ELM) except
those who qualify for an exemption.
If you are not exempt, you must take the EPT and the
ELM and provide scores to the university prior to beginning
your first semester of enrollment. Failure to take these
tests prior to registering for your first semester will
result in your not being allowed to enroll at the CSU.
Contact Testing
Services if you have questions about your
placement test status, or logon to their web site to
register to take the ELM and/or EPT placement tests.
This web site also has the dates and registration deadlines
for these and other placement tests.
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What
do I need to know about New Student Orientation?
New
Student Orientation is mandatory for all first-time
freshmen. If you plan to attend Cal State Fullerton in
the fall, you MUST register for an orientation program
no later than May 12th. Doing so will confirm your intent
to attend Cal State Fullerton. If you do not register
for orientation, you risk losing your admissions offer.
Orientation is also a great opportunity for you
to meet other incoming students and make valuable
connections with current students, faculty and staff
here at Cal State Fullerton. Most importantly you’ll
receive academic advisement (counseling regarding
your general education requirements and classes needed
for your major) and you’ll be able to register
for your classes with priority registration.
For Transfer students, New Student Orientation offers
an “insider's” introduction to your new
university community. You'll meet fellow transfer students
and make valuable connections with current students,
faculty and staff here at Cal State Fullerton. We've
learned that when new students make these early connections,
they are more likely to achieve a successful transition
to college and stay in college. They're also more likely
to be satisfied with their experience, achieve better
grades, and graduate!
If you have questions about New Student Orientation,
call (714) 278-2501.
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How
do I know what classes to take?
Once you've been accepted to Cal State Fullerton, you
will be scheduled to attend New Student Orientation (NSO).
NSO is MANDATORY for all first-time freshmen. At NSO
you learn the information you need to succeed, plus you
will be able to register for classes with priority registration.
In order to attend Cal State fullerton in the fall, you
MUST register for and attend this event. Doing so will
confirm your intent to attend CSUF. If you do not, you
risk losing your admissions offer.
Orientation is also a great opportunity for you
to meet fellow first-time freshmen and make valuable
connections with current Cal State Fullerton students,
faculty and staff. Because New Student Orientation
is mandatory for all freshmen, you MUST contact the
New Student Programs office at (714) 278-2501 if
you have a conflict.
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What
about housing?
Housing for students is available on campus. However,
on-campus housing is limited. Approximately 396 students
are accommodated in 66 residence hall suites. Each 3
bedroom, 2 bath suite accommodates 6 residents. The suites
are air conditioned, carpeted, and fully furnished. If
you plan to live on campus you should apply prior
to admission to the university.
The Housing and Residence Life Office also assists
students in their search for off-campus housing by
providing updated listings of local apartment complexes.
Bulletin boards are available for posting cards by
students seeking roommates or accommodations.
If you would like more information on housing, please
contact the Housing Services and Residential Life Office
at (714) 278-2168.
Housing and Residential Life Web Site: www.fullerton.edu/housing
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How
do I sign up for a campus tour?
Daily campus tours for prospective students and their
families and friends are approximately an hour long
and cover the core of the university campus. Tours
are conducted by Titan Ambassadors - specially trained
current Cal State Fullerton students. Daily tours meet
in the Alumni Lounge of the Titan Student Union 15
minutes prior to the start of the tour. Space is limited
to 20 people per daily tour group so please call 714.278.2501
beforehand for space availability and to make a reservation.
Once your reservation is made, a confirmation card
will be sent to you.
If you are unable to attend one of our guided
walking tours, a self-guided walking tour brochure
is available at the Student Information & Referral
Center (SIRC) located in University Hall 178.
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How
do I find a job?
Cal State Fullerton's Career Planning and Placement
Center offers an extensive Job
Search Guide to help you on your way.
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What
about summer session?
All incoming freshmen will have an academic advisement
hold that will not allow them to register for summer
or fall classes until they have attended New
Student Orientation and received academic
advisement. If your summer class begins prior to New
Student Orientation, contact the Academic
Advisement Center (714-278-3601) to have
your summer advisement hold removed. Freshmen taking
summer courses that begin in July can attend New Student
Orientation to remove both their summer and fall advising
holds and register for both summer and fall courses
at the same time.
All incoming freshmen who do not pass the English
and/or Mathematics placement examinations must
take remedial courses their first semester. We
strongly encourage you to complete remedial coursework
during summer session. Freshmen courses are offered
during two summer sessions: Session “C” starts
June 21 (the Freshmen Success Program); Session “B” begins
July 6.
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How
about financial aid?
The earlier that you apply for financial aid, the better
chance there is that your funds will be available the
first week of the semester. Do not wait until you are
admitted to the university to apply for aid.
To determine your estimated eligibility, complete the online
worksheet and answer a few short questions.
To receive updates on your financial aid award status,
you must have a valid e-mail address on file with the
university. All correspondence from the Office of Financial
Aid will be sent to you via e-mail and the TITAN Online
system. To visit TITAN Online, you must have your CampusWide
ID and PIN number available. Notification of your financial
aid award will be available via TITAN Online in early
April.
If you would like more information about financial
aid, please contact the Office
of Financial Aid at (714) 278-3125.
The Financial Aid Office is located in UH-146.
Contact the Office of University Outreach with
any questions you have at (714) 278-2086 or outreach@fullerton.edu
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