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Colleges / California State University, Fullerton

California State University, Fullerton

Fullerton, CA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate67%

CSU Fullerton Admissions

The university admitted 67% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 48,749 students applied to California State University, Fullerton and 32,527 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to California State University, Fullerton, the regular decision application deadline is November 30 and the application fee costs $70.

Students who apply to California State University, Fullerton for fall should hear back from California State University, Fullerton by April 1.

California State University, Fullerton Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of California State University, Fullerton's admissions stats.

California State University, Fullerton 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.7
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Waitlist Yes

California State University, Fullerton Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for California State University, Fullerton.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 11 30 April 1

Want to Apply Early to California State University, Fullerton?


California State University, Fullerton does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to California State University, Fullerton

For more information on transferring to California State University, Fullerton, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to California State University, Fullerton

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into California State University, Fullerton?

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

Admissions Factors at California State University, Fullerton

What does California State University, Fullerton 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
Geographical Residence Very Important
State Residency Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important

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

California State University, Fullerton Application Requirements

To apply to California State University, Fullerton, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with California State University, Fullerton's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript(S) of College Record

GPA and Testing


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

Students admitted to California State University, Fullerton have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

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, Fullerton 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, Fullerton

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


California State University, Fullerton Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to California State University, Fullerton?

❌ Students who are admitted to California State University, Fullerton 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, Fullerton accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ California State University, Fullerton is not test optional.

What is California State University, Fullerton's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for California State University, Fullerton is 67%.

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

❌ California State University, Fullerton does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About California State University, Fullerton?

Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.

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CSU Fullerton Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Unknown

67%

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CSU Fullerton Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Nov 30

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to CSU Fullerton is Nov 30.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to CSU Fullerton is Continuous processing.

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

CSU Fullerton 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 Fullerton GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.67

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At CSU Fullerton, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.67. 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

40,386

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

67%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,074

Out-of-State

$16,578

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Nov 30
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