California State University, Fullerton

If you want to apply to CSU Fullerton, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is November 30 and the application fee costs $70.

Application fees can add up, but some colleges have free applications and students who need them, may qualify for fee waiver for their application.

Students who apply to CSU Fullerton for fall semester should hear back from CSU Fullerton by April 1.

CSU Fullerton Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of CSU Fullerton's admissions stats.

CSU Fullerton 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	20%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	10%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	1%
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	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Considering Applying Early to CSU Fullerton?

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

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

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More on California State University, Fullerton Admissions

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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 CSU Fullerton

CSU Fullerton has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does CSU Fullerton 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 given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating 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 admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at CSU Fullerton

What does CSU Fullerton consider during the admissions process? Listed below are factors commonly taken into consideration during admissions decisions.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Geographical Residence	Very Important
State Residency	Very Important

Make sure to check with CSU Fullerton for more information on admission factors.

CSU Fullerton Application Requirements

To apply to CSU Fullerton, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with CSU Fullerton's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into CSU Fullerton?

Students admitted to CSU Fullerton have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 52% submitted a class rank. At CSU Fullerton 20% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 59% were in the top 25% and 93% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At California State University, Fullerton, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	2.9%
3.75 and 3.99	35.4%
3.50 and 3.74	38.7%
3.25 and 3.49	17.4%
3.00 and 3.24	3.8%
2.50 and 2.9	1.5%
2.00 and 2.49	0.2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to CSU Fullerton directly.

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

CSU Fullerton does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

CSU Fullerton is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 10% of CSU Fullerton's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 1% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be competitive with other CSU Fullerton applicants, you should aim to score between 935 and 1160 (or higher!) on the SAT. At CSU Fullerton 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1160 and 25% of scored lower than 935, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of CSU Fullerton students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 460 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of CSU Fullerton students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 460 or higher.

To be most competitive at CSU Fullerton, you should strive to earn between 16 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for CSU Fullerton's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

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

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 CSU Fullerton during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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CSU Fullerton Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to CSU Fullerton?

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

Does CSU Fullerton accept transfer credits?

✅ CSU Fullerton accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. CSU Fullerton accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to CSU Fullerton?

✅ CSU Fullerton is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is CSU Fullerton's acceptance rate?

✅ CSU Fullerton has an acceptance rate of 59%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at CSU Fullerton?

🟨 CSU Fullerton may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

What is the early action acceptance rate at CSU Fullerton?

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