The California State University System
CSU One University Different Campuses Each Campus is unique (separately accredited) CSU campuses have distinct student populations and programs Learn by doing Applied and Practical
CSU Differences - Location Central Coast San Luis Obispo Wine Country Sonoma Sonoma San Luis Obispo Ocean Long Beach Large City Los Angeles Long Beach Los Angeles Suburb Fullerton Fullerton Rural Humboldt Humboldt
CSU Differences - Size Small Campus Channel Islands 4,200 Monterey Bay 5,100 Humboldt State 8,000 Medium Campus Monterey Bay Large Campus Long Beach 33,000 Northridge 36,200 Fullerton 36,160 Fresno 22,000 San Bernardino 17,250 East Bay 13,200 Fresno Long Beach
CSU Differences Unique Majors Wildlife Management Humboldt Governmental Journalism Sacramento Humboldt Sacramento Viticulture Fresno & San Luis Obispo Marine Biology - Long Beach Long Beach Fresno Orthotics & Prosthetics Dominguez Hills Architecture Cal. Poly Pomona & San Luis Obispo Dominguez Hills Pomona
CSU Similarities Focus on Teaching - CSU Faculty focus is on students - Research is secondary Support Services - New Student Orientation, Academic Advising, Career Centers. Counseling, Learning Assistance Centers, Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Clubs & Organizations - Social & Academic Fraternities & Sororities - Competitive & Club Sports - Social and Service Oriented Organizations Events - Athletic Competitions, Concerts, Films, Lectures & Theater
The Working Force of California Benefits of the CSU Hands on approach Outstanding accessible faculty Moderate size classrooms Extensive academic and student support services Many majors offered Accessible Diversity Easy online resources called CSU Mentor
CSU Freshman Admission Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent Completed A-G College Subject Requirements with a grade of C or better Qualify under Eligibility Index (Combination of GPA & Test Scores) Required for CA Resident Required for non CA Resident - SAT = 2900 - SAT = 3502 - ACT = 694 - ACT = 842 Calculation of Index SAT Critical Reading & Math score + (800 x high school GPA) or (10 x ACT composite score) + (200 x high school GPA) GPA Calculation High School GPA is based on grades earned in all A-G College Subject Requirements
CSU A-G College Subject Requirements A - US History or US Government 2 years B - English 4 years C - Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Intermediate Algebra) 3 years (4 years strongly recommended) D - Laboratory Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) 2 years (1 year biological, 1 year physical) E - Language Other Than English 2 years (same language) F - Visual & Performing Arts 1 year (art, dance, music, drama) G - College Subject Electives 1 year Select any additional course from the above areas
CSU/UC A-G Approved Course List www.ucop.edu/doorways/list
CSU/UC A-G Approved Course List www.ucop.edu/doorways/list
Transfer Admission 60 Transferable Units General Education Units You need a minimum of 30 units. Must include the 4 Foundation Courses Lower Division Courses for Major Electives (any other transferable courses) Written Communication Oral Communication Critical Thinking Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning *2.0 GPA for CA resident 2.4 GPA for non CA resident * Be in good standing at last institution * G.E. Certification recommended, but not required
California Articulated Course List www.assist.org
CSU Application Period Priority Application Filing Period Fall 2013 Admission: October 1 November 30, 2012 Deadline may vary by campus. Apply early and online!
CSUMentor - Application Website www.csumentor.edu
CSU Fees Application - $55 per campus - Application fee waivers are available for up to four campuses CSU Registration Fees - About $5,970 per year (Fall & Spring) - Excluding housing, books, supplies Housing - Application process varies - Check with individual campus Financial Aid - Apply Jan. 1 March 2 of the Senior year www.fafsa.ed.gov
CSU Competitive Admissions CSU s receive more applicants than can be accommodated Need to manage enrollment in order to preserve quality of education and services Raised index based on applicant pool Campuses fall into 3 categories: -Admit using CSU eligibility -Campus impaction (freshman/transfer) -Impacted in all programs (all majors)
CSU Impaction Impaction Program Impaction: A campus receives more eligible applications for a specific undergraduate program in the initial filing period than there are enrollment spaces available. Most campuses have at least one impacted major/program Typically impacted at upper-division level Students must meet criteria such as GPA in specific core/major prep courses, cumulative GPA, or a combination of factors
CSU Impaction Admit Using CSU Eligibility (FTF) Bakersfield Channel Islands Dominguez Hills East Bay Maritime Academy Monterey Bay Stanislaus
CSU Impaction Admit Using CSU Eligibility (TR) Bakersfield Channel Islands Dominguez Hills East Bay Humboldt Maritime Academy Monterey Bay Northridge Stanislaus
CSU Impaction Campus Impaction (Freshman) Chico Fresno Humboldt Los Angeles Northridge Pomona Sacramento San Bernardino San Francisco San Marcos Sonoma
CSU Impaction Campus Impaction (Transfer) Chico Fresno Los Angeles Pomona Sacramento San Bernardino San Francisco San Marcos Sonoma
CSU Impaction Impacted In All Programs Fullerton Long Beach San Diego San Jose San Luis Obispo
CSU Impaction Information on Impaction www.calstate.edu/sas/impactioninfo.shtml Impacted Programs Matrix available at Local Admissions Area descriptions
CSU Long Beach FALL 2013 FRESHMEN COMPETITIVE ADMISSION Selection is competitive Minimum Eligibility Index for all students = 3200 The pool of applicants determines the level of competition in each major Four requirements used in selection a-g Courses Grades (10 th -11 th ) Test Scores (SAT or ACT) High School (Local Area) Local area students eligible for provisional admission based on minimum CSULB Admission requirements including 3200 Eligibility Index.
CSU Long Beach LOCAL AREA ADMISSION SCHOOLS
CSU Long Beach LOCAL AREA ADMISSION SCHOOLS
CSU Long Beach AUDITIONS MUSIC - Fall 2013 semester audition dates with passing of music theory exam February 2, 2013 March 2, 2013 March 9, 2013 Call 562.985.4781 or email music@csulb.edu for additional information. DANCE Fall 2013 semester audition dates October 19, 2012 February 1, 2013 March 22, 2013 To access the audition application or to contact the department, visit: http://www.csulb.edu/depts/dance/auditioninfo.htm Students should contact each department for application and auditions details.
CSU Long Beach NURSING AND STEM MAJORS Nursing and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Applicants will be admitted based on STEM index which places additional weight on quantitative skills. Strongly recommend applicants complete additional math courses beyond the minimum required. Math through the senior year. Admission to Nursing must meet minimum 3300 STEM Index. Admission to Nursing and STEM majors will be to a pre-major status. Continuation in the major will be subject to meeting specific lower division requirements at CSULB that indicate the student s ability to succeed and complete the major. Pre-nursing students must apply to the Nursing Department to be considered for admission to the major at the junior level. CSULB Nursing and STEM Index Calculation (High School GPA x 600) + SAT Critical Reading + (2 x SAT Math)
CSU Long Beach FALL 2013 FRESHMEN PREPARATION Recommendations Math through the senior year Prepare for college success; meeting the admission requirements is being minimally prepared Make up a-g courses summer before senior year; no later than prior to high school graduation. Choose the major you plan to study; Undeclared students will also compete for admission. Be college ready or register for an Early Start Program if not exempt Exemptions for Early Start Program include: Early Assessment Program - College Ready SAT CR 500, SAT Math 550 or ACT English 22, ACT Math 23 EPT score 138 / ELM score 50 CSULB uses email as an official means of communication. Students should maintain a current email address and are encouraged to check their emails regularly and often.
CSU Long Beach FALL 2013 FRESHMEN TIMELINE Nov 30 Application Deadline Apr 1 Admission Notification May 1 Deadline Submit Admitted Student Reply Form Submit Online at www.mycsulb.edu Non-refundable $150 enrollment deposit required Mandatory New Student Orientation (SOAR) required Deadline Submit Housing Application May 12 Deadline Complete College Readiness Testing Requirements Take EPT/ELM if not exempt - March testing recommended Early Start Program Take remediation course summer prior to enrollment if required July 15 Submit Final Transcripts
CSULB Competitive Admissions First Time Freshmen Student Profile Fall 2011 3.6 grade point average 1100 SAT or 24 ACT Fall 2012 Applicant Pool 47,673 FTF Applicants 16,428 Admitted 34.5% Admit Rate 3,988 Anticipated enrolled
CSU Early Assessment Program Take EAP Test in 11 th Grade to measure college readiness Adjust senior year classes in Math & English to be college ready Visit English and Math Success websites
Freshmen 5 Point Plan 1. Apply early, preferably online 2. Take the SAT or ACT by end of October 2012, December at the latest 3. Complete the College Subject Requirements with grade of C or higher 4. Perform well earn the best grades you can (including senior year) 5. Have a backup plan should you not be offered admission to your first choice CSU
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CSU Admission OverviewIformation Contact Info: Corion Lucas Campus Tours & Outreach Specialist University Outreach & School Relations Phone: 562.985.5358 Email: corion.lucas@csulb.edu