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Colleges / California State University, Dominguez Hills

California State University, Dominguez Hills

Carson, CA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate89%

CSU Dominguez Hills Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into California State University, Dominguez Hills. California State University, Dominguez Hills admitted 89% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 16,860 applications received in 2023, 14,947 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to California State University, Dominguez Hills, the application fee costs $55.

Students who apply to California State University, Dominguez Hills for fall should anticipate a decision by October 15.

California State University, Dominguez Hills Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of California State University, Dominguez Hills's admissions stats.

California State University, Dominguez Hills 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.2
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist No

California State University, Dominguez Hills Application Deadlines

Check with California State University, Dominguez Hills directly for more info on application deadlines.


Applying Early to California State University, Dominguez Hills?


California State University, Dominguez Hills may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with California State University, Dominguez Hills directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on California State University, Dominguez Hills Admissions


How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to CSU Dominguez Hills?

Getting into CSU Dominguez Hills is moderately difficult. CSU Dominguez Hills evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, CSU Dominguez Hills accepted 89% of students, about 14,947 from the 16,860 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like CSU Dominguez Hills, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to California State University, Dominguez Hills

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to California State University, Dominguez Hills

California State University, Dominguez Hills has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does California State University, Dominguez Hills Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at California State University, Dominguez Hills

What does California State University, Dominguez Hills consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Considered

Make sure to check with California State University, Dominguez Hills for more information on admission factors.

California State University, Dominguez Hills Application Requirements

Check in with California State University, Dominguez Hills's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.


GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into California State University, Dominguez Hills?

Students admitted to California State University, Dominguez Hills have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

California State University, Dominguez Hills does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to California State University, Dominguez Hills

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to California State University, Dominguez Hills.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is December 4. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in California State University, Dominguez Hills during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


California State University, Dominguez Hills Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to California State University, Dominguez Hills?

❌ Students who are admitted to California State University, Dominguez Hills must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does California State University, Dominguez Hills accept transfer credits?

✅ California State University, Dominguez Hills accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. California State University, Dominguez Hills accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does California State University, Dominguez Hills accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ California State University, Dominguez Hills accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to California State University, Dominguez Hills?

✅ California State University, Dominguez Hills is not test optional.

What is California State University, Dominguez Hills's acceptance rate?

✅ California State University, Dominguez Hills's acceptance rate is 89%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at California State University, Dominguez Hills?

🟨 California State University, Dominguez Hills may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

Want To Learn More About California State University, Dominguez Hills?

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CSU Dominguez Hills Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

89%

How hard is it to get into CSU Dominguez Hills? CSU Dominguez Hills is a somewhat selective institution. The CSU Dominguez Hills acceptance rate is 89%. This means that the institution accepts 88 out of every 100 applicants.

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CSU Dominguez Hills Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Not available

Transfer Applications are Due

Dec 4

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to CSU Dominguez Hills is Dec 4.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

CSU Dominguez Hills SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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CSU Dominguez Hills GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.22

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At CSU Dominguez Hills, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.22. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

15,530

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

89%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$8,376

Out-of-State

$17,880

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Unknown
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