Applying for Admission

Apply Online Through the CSUMentor Website

It's easy to apply to the CSU. Please use the online application. It's simple, accurate, and efficient for you and the campus. There is no additional cost to apply online.

The online application is available on the CSUMentor website. If you have a CaliforniaColleges.edu account, then all the relevant information you have already entered will transfer into the CSU online application. All you have to do is log on to CSUMentor with your CaliforniaColleges.edu username and password. It's that easy. You can update or change any information with ease.

If you don't have a CaliforniaColleges.edu account, don't worry. You can enter all of the necessary information directly on the online application.

One advantage to applying online to CSU is the fact that you don't have to complete the entire application in one sitting. Simply save your work and return later at your convenience. CSUMentor is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Remember to answer all of the questions in the application and file your application early. Many CSU campuses do not accept Fall term applications after the initial filing period which ends on November 30.

Apply on Paper

Students who do not have access to a computer may either apply by paper or request assistance from a campus to apply electronically.

You can download a CSU application here.

More than 95% of CSU applicants use the online application.

Applying to More Than One Campus

Each CSU campus processes and makes admission decisions for applicants to that campus. This means that if you want to apply to more than one CSU, you will need to apply to each campus in which you have an interest.

Priority Filing Period for Fall 2009

The priority filing period for Fall ends on November 30 each year.

Find out which CSU campuses are currently accepting applications and which majors are open or closed.

Learn more about when to apply for admission here.

International Student Applicants

The application process for international students is somewhat different than for U.S. students. Information for international students is available on CSUMentor.