California State University, East Bay

If you want to apply to CSU East Bay, the deadline for Fall 2022 admissions is November 30 and the application fee costs $55. Application fees can add up, but some schools do have free applications and students who are struggling to afford application fees may be eligible for fee waiver for their application.

Applying Early to CSU East Bay?

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

Some students apply to college early because they believe it will help their chances. Early deadlines may increase the chance of being admitted, since applying early shows your are very interested in a school, and your application is being considered before all the regular decision applicants apply.

See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

How To Get Into California State University, East Bay

CSU East Bay is aslightly difficult school to get into. CSU East Bay evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, CSU East Bay accepted 74% of all applicants., around 11,824 of the 15,963 students who applied.

Schools that are slightly difficult to get into, like CSU East Bay, MIN

Transfer student admissions is slightly difficult.

What Does CSU East Bay Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengthsand any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at CSU East Bay

CSU East Bay 2021-2022 Application Requirements

To apply, all applicants to CSU East Bay must submit the following items. Double check with CSU East Bay's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into CSU East Bay?

Students admitted to CSU East Bay have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. CSU East Bay does look at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

CSU East Bay 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.

In 2019, 75% of CSU East Bay's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 36% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What's a Good SAT Score for CSU East Bay?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of CSU East Bay students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 450 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of CSU East Bay students scored 550 or higher, and 75% scored a 450 or higher.

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What's a Good ACT Score for CSU East Bay?

To be most competitive at CSU East Bay, you should strive to earn between 16 and 21 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 21 means you fall in the 75th percentile for CSU East Bay's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 21, and three out of four students scored lower than 21 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for CSU East Bay students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

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Transferring to California State University, East Bay

For transfer students, it is slightly difficult to get admitted to CSU East Bay.

For transfer students wishing to start in the Fall, the deadline to apply is November 30.

Transfer students can enroll in CSU East Bay during the following terms: Fall Term Winter Term Spring Term Winter Term

CSU East Bay Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to CSU East Bay?

Students who are admitted to CSU East Bay must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department..

Does CSU East Bay accept transfer credits?

CSU East Bay accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. CSU East Bay accepts:

CLEP subject tests DSST/DANTES ACE recommendations for credit

Does CSU East Bay accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

CSU East Bay accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) creditsand Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to CSU East Bay?

CSU East Bay. is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

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