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Freshmen

 

 

 

 

The university's criteria for admission as a first-time freshman are met if a student:

1. is a high school graduate;

 

 

2. has a qualifiable eligibility index; and

 

 

3. has completed with grades of "C" or better each of the courses in the comprehensive pattern of college preparatory subject requirements (see "Subject Requirements" below). Courses must be completed prior to the first enrollment in The California State University.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eligibility Index

 

 

 

 

The eligibility index below is the combination of high school grade point average (GPA) and the score on either the American College Test (ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT I) (Verbal and critical reading on the new SAT).

 

 

 

 

 

 

The GPA is based on grades earned during the final 3 years of college preparatory high school courses and bonus points for approved honors/AP/IB courses (passed with a "C" or higher).

 

Resident Eligibility Index Table (abbreviated version)

Nonresident Eligibility Index Table (abbreviated version)

GPA

SAT I

ACT

GPA

SAT I

ACT

2.99

510

10

3.60

730

13

2.80

660

14

3.40

890

17

2.60

820

18

3.20

1050

21

2.40

980

22

3.00

1210

25

2.20

1140

26

2.80

1370

29

2.00

1200

30

2.60

1530

33

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Up to 8 semesters of honors/AP/IB courses taken in the last 2 years of high school can be accepted. Each unit of "A" in an honors/AP/IB  course will receive a total of 5 points; "B," 4 points; and "C" 3 points.  The bonus points are only awarded for semesters in which the honors/AP/IB courses were passed with a grade of "C" or higher.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Students can can calculate the index by multiplying their GPA by 800 and adding the total score on the SAT I. Or, if a student took the ACT, multiply GPA by 200 and add 10 times the ACT composite score.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(GPA x 800) + SAT I total score or (GPA x 200) + (ACT composite x 10)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A California high school graduate (or a resident of California for tuition purposes) needs a minimum index of 2900 using the SAT I or 694 using the ACT. If neither a graduate of a California high school nor a resident of California for tuition purposes, a student needs a minimum index of 3502 (SAT) or 842 (ACT). If the grade point average is 3.0 or above (3.61 for nonresidents), students are exempt from submitting test scores. However, students are urged to take the SAT or ACT since all campuses use test results for advising and placement purposes.

 

Eligibility Index Required

SAT

ACT

 

 

 

California Residents

2900

694

 

 

 

Non-Residents

3502

842

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Students will qualify for regular admission when the University verifies that they have a qualifiable eligibility index and will have completed the comprehensive pattern of college preparatory subjects and if applying to an impacted program, meet supplementary criteria.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Graduates of secondary schools in foreign countries must have academic preparation and abilities equivalent to applicants eligible under this section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

College Preparatory Subjects

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For purposes of admission, the California State University faculty delegated to the University of California the responsibilities for the process of certifying high school courses that meet the “a-g” requirement.  Consequently, CSU accepts those high school courses on the University of California list of “Courses to Meet Requirements for Admission to the University of California” (“a-g’) list.  Courses on the “a-g” list can be used to meet CSU requirements in the designated subject areas or may be used as electives.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

a. History/Social Science

2 years required (including one year of U.S. History or U.S. History and Government)

b. English

4 years required

c. Mathematics

3 years required (algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra)

d. Laboratory Science

2 years with laboratory required (one biological, one physical, both with lab)

e. Foreign Language (LOTE)

2 years required

f. Visual and Performing Arts

1 year required

g. College Preparatory Electives

1 year required - chosen from among the "a-g" list

Total

15 units

To verify if a specific course from the applicants high is considered college preparatory please visit the “a-g” course list at https://pathways.ucop.edu/doorways/list/
This list will also indicate courses that are certified honors courses.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Foreign Language Subject Requirement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The foreign language requirement may be satisfied by applicants who demonstrate competence in a language other than English equivalent to or higher than expected of students who complete two years of foreign language study.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subject Requirement Substitution for Students with Disabilities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to complete college preparatory courses, if at all possible. If a student is judged unable to fulfill a specific course requirement because of his or her disability, alternative college preparatory courses may be substituted for specific subject requirements. Substitutions may be authorized on an individual basis after review and recommendation by the student's academic advisor or guidance counselor in consultation with the director of the university's disabled student services program. Students should be aware that failure to complete courses required for admission may limit their later enrollment in certain majors, particularly those involving mathematics.

Advanced Placement Exams

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applicants who have taken Advanced Placement Exams and scored 3 or higher are encouraged to have their scores sent to the University.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transfer Students

 

Transfer Articulation Agreements

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The admission of transfer students is based on the number of transferable college units attempted rather than on all college units attempted. California Community College transfers should consult with their counselors for information on transferability of courses.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

An individual qualifies for admission as a transfer student if s/he has a grade point average of 2.0 (C) (2.40/non-residents) or better in all transferable units attempted, is in good standing at the last college or university attended, and meets any of the following standards:

 

 

1. the freshman admission requirements in effect for the term in which they are applying ( see Freshman Eligibility); or,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. eligible as freshman at the time of high school graduation except for the subject requirements, have made up the missing subjects, and have been in continuous attendance in an accredited college since high school graduation; or,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. completed at least 60 transferable semester (90 quarter) units with a 2.0 (2.40/non-residents) grade point average and have completed General Education requirements in English Composition, Oral Communication, Logic or Critical Thinking and Quantitative Reasoning with a grade of "C" or better in each course.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applicants who graduated from high school in 1988 or later must have completed:

 

 

1.  All subject requirements in effect when graduating from high school, or,

 

 

 

2.  At least 30 semester units of college course work with a grade of "C" or better in each course to be selected from courses in English, arts and humanities, social science, science and mathematics at a level at least equivalent to courses that meet general education requirements. The 30 units must include all of the general education requirements in communication in the English language and critical thinking (at least 9 semester units) and the requirements in mathematics/quantitative reasoning (usually 3 semester units), or,

 

 

 

3.  The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) requirements in English communication and mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transferable courses are those designated for baccalaureate credit by the college or university offering the courses.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eligibility

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prospective students are advised to contact the appropriate graduate program as soon as graduate work is contemplated. Applicants for master's degrees, credentials, or those interested in courses for personal or professional growth must file a complete university application within the published filing period. One copy of official transcripts from all previous institutions are required. Please contact the specific program or consult the university catalog for program deadlines.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applications submitted after the published priority deadline are subject to a non-refundable late fee of $15.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please note that most departments require an additional program application for the master's degree or credential. Please request this information directly from the academic unit offering the program. You may reach Program Coordinators by writing to the at California State University, Dominguez Hills, 1000 East Victoria Street, Carson CA 90747.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

International Applicants Admission

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Admission Requirements and Application Procedures:

 

 

 

 

 

 
  1. Provide a financial statement;
  2. Provide a copy of your I-94, (if the student is already attending school in the United States);
  3. If English is not the medium of education, provide TOEFL score.

 

Apply Online

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For convenience, prospective students can fill out an Online Application for Admission. The application is maintained on the CSU Mentor site where one can go not only to apply for admission, but to get answers to questions, take virtual campus tours, access additional information about admissions and financial aid AND plan courses to meet CSU requirements.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To use the Online Application, please click here http://www.csumentor.edu If you'd prefer a paper application be sent to you, please contact the University Outreach & Information Center at info@csudh.edu to request one. Please be sure to include your full name and address with zip code to avoid a delay in processing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All applications must be accompanied by a $55 application fee (Online Applicants can pay by Credit Card). Academic transcripts are also required. Please allow us 4 to 6 weeks to process your application once the fee, transcripts and all other documentation have been received. To check the status of your application please call 310.243.3645 or write to admit@csudh.edu.

 

 

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