(For assistance with the online application, below are guides you can refer to or contact the Transfer Center for assistance)
1. Click Apply> Select term applying> Sign-in or create an account
2. Complete Your Profile
a. Identify your degree goal:
Transferring with ADT (AS-T/AS-T) Select the CCC campus and major
Transferring from a California Community College select less than 60 units (lower division transfer) or selection greater than 60 units (upper division transfer).
b. Returning students
If you previously attended a CSU, left and are now applying to return to the same CSU campus to complete your degree select Yes. The application will then prompt you to select a campus and provide your campus ID. If you are not returning to the same campus, select No.
c. US Military Status – Select the value that corresponds with your military status
d. International Applicant – Identify whether or not you require an F1 or J1 Visa to study in the United States
e. Select save changes
f. You can view and update My Profile and Extended Profile before submitting your application. Once an application is submitted, the Extended Profile cannot be changed.
3. Select Programs
a. The application begins with selecting the program(s) to which you want to apply. You cannot proceed into the application until at least one program is selected. Additional programs can be added or removed later, prior to the final application submission.
b. After all programs are selected click on I am Done, Review my Selections.
c. Review Your Program Selections – Verify the programs you wish to apply to are listed. Select Continue To My Application.
4. Complete the four quadrants of the application
The first three quadrants are required for all programs. The first three quadrants are required for all programs. The fourth quadrant, Program Materials, will appear completed if no questions within the quadrant are required. It may include information specific to programs selected so applicants should read what is listed under the Program Materials for the programs selected.
a) Personal Information
Release Information
Biographic Information
Contact Information
Citizenship and Residency Information
Race and Ethnicity
Financial and Parental Information
Other Information
Parent/Guardian Information (Undergraduate Only)
b) Academic History –This section is where you input the high schools and colleges you attended, as well as any coursework completed/In-progress/Planned. Additionally, you can provide information about tests you have taken or plan to take.
High Schools Attended (Undergraduate Only)
College Attended
Transcript Entry
General Education – Golden 4 (Transfer Only)
AP (Advanced Placement) (Undergraduate Only)
IB (International Baccalaureate) (Undergraduate Only)
CLEP (College Level Examination Program) (Undergraduate Only)
Standardized Tests (SAT/ACT- for HS Freshman only)
c) Supporting Information –This section is used to collect supporting application information, such as experiences, achievements, and certifications.
Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT Transfer Only)
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
Redirection
Experiences (Graduate and Credential Only)
d) Program Materials–If the specific programs you are applying to have any additional application requirements, use this section to provide the requested information (unofficial transcript(s) or prerequisites). You can also view important information about each program you are applying to, including deadline requirements.
5. Fee Waiver
a. Fee waivers are automatically generated based on the information provided in the application. You must fully complete the application before the fee waiver eligibility is determined. Check the Cal State Apply Fee Waivers section before submitting to see if you qualify for the available fee waivers. If you are eligible for an application fee waiver, you will see a Check My Fee Waivers link on the Submit Application page. Click Check My Fee Waivers for more information. If you do not see the link, you are not eligible for a fee waiver.
6. Submit Payment
a. Application is $70 per CSU campus. When you are ready to submit your application, go to the Submit Application tab and click Submit. Do not submit any payments before submitting your application. Payments can only be made in the application via PayPal, pre-paid credit or debit card, or standard debit or credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Credit card payments cannot be made over the phone. If you choose to pay via PayPal, once you complete the transaction on PayPal, you must return to your Cal State Apply application and click Submit. Note that you can add money to your PayPal account at select retail locations. Visit the PayPal website for locations and information. Once you submit your application and payment, click View Payment History for each program on the Submit Application page to confirm your payment’s receipt.
7. Submitting and Monitoring Your Cal State Application
a. Submitting and Completing Your Cal State Apply Application
b. Updating Your Cal State Apply Application
c. Checking Your Cal State Apply Application Status
Note: After you submit your application, please check with each individual university to which you applied to see when you need to submit transcripts. Make sure to request your final transcript with GE certification! Please contact your counselor or the Transfer Center at (714) 895-8794 or (714) 895-8348 if you have any questions or need help with the application.