Applying to college is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. California State University, Stanislaus has put together a handy checklist of steps you need to take in the application and admission process.

Details in the Undergraduate Catalog

1. Send a complete, accurate and timely application.
2. Submit a non-refundable $55 application fee to CSU Stanislaus.
3. Await an acknowledgement of the application.
4. Send transcripts and test scores. Refer to the Freshman and Transfer admission sections on this website or the online undergraduate catalog for more information.
5. Receive notice of admission once eligibility is determined.

1. make the process easy for you. Simply apply online csumentor.edu. Supply complete and accurate information on all the forms and questionnaires. A paper version of the application will be mailed if students call (209) 667-3070.
   
   
2. Submit the completed application with your application fee. The $55 nonrefundable application fee can be paid by credit card, check or money order payable to “The California State University.” If applying online, the fee may be paid by credit card. The application and fee may not be transferred or used to apply for another term. Students may indicate an alternate campus and major on the application. Generally, an alternate major will be considered at the first-choice CSU campus before an application is redirected to an alternate-choice campus.
   
   Applicants must also submit authentic and official transcripts of all previous academic work attempted. Failure to file complete, accurate, and authentic application documents may result in denial of admission, cancellation of academic credit, suspension, or expulsion (Section 41301 of Title 5, California Code of Regulations). Requirements for admission to CSU Stanislaus are in accordance with Title 5, Chapter 1, Subchapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations. Complete information is at www.csumentor.edu/planning
   
   Priority Application Filing Periods
   CSU Stanislaus continues to accept applications after the priority application filing periods.
   
   

   Term	Applications First Accepted	Student Notification Begins
   Summer	February 1 – February 28	March
   Fall	October 1 – November 30	January
   Winter	June1 – June 30	July
   Spring	August 1 – August 30	September

   
   Then What?
3. Await an acknowledgement of the application. Students will receive an automatic confirmation if they submit their application electronically. Paper applications will be acknowledged within two to four weeks from receipt. It is important that students check their university e-mail box as soon as they receive their Space Reservation Letter that confirms receipt of their application. This notification that space has been reserved may also include a request to submit additional records necessary for the campus to evaluate academic qualifications. If the application was filed during the priority filing period (see section above), students may be assured admission to the University provided the evaluation of academic records indicates completion of all admission requirements. Unless specific written approval states, this admission notice is not transferable to another term or campus.
   
   
4. Send transcripts and test scores directly to the Enrollment Services Office. First Time Freshman: An applicant must request a current high school transcript, showing work-in-progress and work planned. If accepted to the university, an applicant must send immediately after graduation a high school transcript that shows the date of high school graduation. California high school transcripts must show verification of passing the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE). The test scores should be sent as soon as possible, preferably electronically, from either the American College Test (ACT) or the SAT Reasoning Test of the College Board.
   
   Lower division transfers with fewer than 60 semester transferable units (90 quarter units): Applicants must request an official transcript from (1) all high schools attended, (2) from each college and university at which they registered, and (3) scores, from either the American College Test (ACT) or the SAT Reasoning Test of the College Board, if taken.
   
   Upper division transfers with a minimum of 60 transferable semester or 90 quarter units must request an official transcript from each college and university at which they registered.
   
   
5. Receive notice of admission once eligibility is determined. Once evaluators have confirmed eligibility for admission, students will be mailed an admission packet with information on conditions for admission, if any, New Student Orientation, advising, answers to frequently asked questions, registration, immunization and an enrollment checklist.

Applicants will also want to visit our Financial Aid website to learn more about financial aid, loans and scholarships.