Cal State FAQs

Am I eligible to apply?	Look at the CSU Eligibility Report included in your packet. Your minimum A-G GPA must be 2.00
Where can I find the application?	www2.calstate.edu/apply
When can I start filling out my application?	On October 1, 2021
Which application do I fill out?	Apply for Fall 2022 if you want to start college right after high school.
When can I submit my application?	Between October 1, 2021-November 30, 2021
How much does it cost to apply?	$70 per campus
Do I get priority admissions if I submit my application on October 1, 2021?	No, you can submit your application anytime between October 1 and November 30. If you are applying to an impacted major, it is advisable to check the CSU campus website to see if they have an earlier deadline. It is recommended that you try to submit your CSU applications by October 1.
Do I need to fill out an application for every campus?	You must submit a separate application to each CSU campus you’re applying to
Can I use my school email on my application?	No, your school email will be deactivated after you graduate. You need to create an email that you will have access to after graduation.
The CSU application asks for my student ID, is that my 10 digit number?	No, CSU is asking for your 10-digit STATE ID which can be found on the bottom of your transcript or on your CSU Eligibility Report. Do not enter your 10-digit RUSD number.
Do I need to write an essay?	No
Do I need a letter of recommendation?	No
Do I need to list all of my classes and grades on my application?	Look at your CSU Eligibility Report to see which classes you should enter on your application. Do not list classes such as PE, Health, ELD, Yearbook, Sports, AVID Tutor or TA.
Can I list my 7th and 8th grade classes?	Yes, but only your math (Algebra 1 and above) and world language classes.
Do I list the pluses and minuses from my grades on my application?	No, pluses and minuses are not considered or used when calculating GPA.
Do I list my Honors courses as weighted on my application?	No, only AP/IB courses are weighted. Courses such as English 9/10 Hon, Bio Hon and World History Hon are not weighted.
If I made-up a D or an F, do I have to list the D or F on my application?	Yes, list all Ds and Fs in all of your A-G classes even if you repeated the class and earned a higher grade
Which GPA do I list on my application?	Enter the Preliminary GPA listed on your CSU Eligibility Report.
Where do I list the Mt. SAC dual enrollment course I took or classes I took at another community college?	Mt. SAC dual enrollment courses and any other transferable community college courses should be listed in the transferable college courses section.
Do I need to take the ACT/SAT?	No, it is optional for the Class of 2022
If I took the ACT/SAT, do I list it on my application?	Only if you want to. It’s optional.
Do I need to send my ACT/SAT scores?	No, self-report your scores on your application. Official score reports are not necessary until you enroll in college.
Do I need to list my AP/IB scores?	Yes, list all exams you took and the score you earned
Do I need to send my AP/IB scores?	No, self-report your scores on your application. Official score reports are not necessary until you enroll in college.
Do I need to list awards, clubs, community service and sports?	No, this information is not considered for admission.
Do I need to send my transcript?	No, all grades are self-reported. Some CSU campuses may require a transcript after 1st semester ends.
What is an impacted major?	Impacted majors are high-demand majors where more applications are received than there is space for. Admissions criteria is higher for impacted majors so it is advisable to enter an alternate major.
If my major is impacted, would it be better if I just enter a different major then change it after I get accepted?	CSU encourages students to apply for the major in which you intend to earn a degree. After you are admitted, CSU can’t guarantee that you will be able to change your major or that you will be admitted to your preferred major at a later time.
What if I haven’t chosen a major yet?	Each campus has an option for an undeclared/undecided major. However, undecided/undeclared is impacted at several campuses so it is advisable that you enter an alternate major.
What if I need help with my application?	Counselors will be holding weekly college application help sessions at lunch time during the months of October and November. Students can drop in anytime during these sessions to get help with their application.
Can someone check my application before I submit to make sure I filled it out correctly?	Yes, we can review your application before you submit it. Counselors will be holding weekly college application help sessions at lunch time during the months of October and November. You can drop in anytime during these sessions.