California State University Channel Islands

It is not competitive to get into California State University Channel Islands. Around 53% of applicants get into California State University Channel Islands each year. Out of 5,562 applications received in 2023, 2,962 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to California State University Channel Islands, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 7/30 and the application fee is $70.

California State University Channel Islands Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of California State University Channel Islands's admissions stats.

California State University Channel Islands Application Deadlines

Check with California State University Channel Islands directly for more info on application deadlines.

Applying Early to California State University Channel Islands?

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

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More on California State University Channel Islands Admissions

How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to CSU Channel Islands?

Getting into CSU Channel Islands is not competitive.

In 2022, CSU Channel Islands accepted 53% of all applicants, around 2,962 from the 5,562 applicants.

Schools that are not competitive to get into, like CSU Channel Islands, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores.

Transferring to California State University Channel Islands

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to California State University Channel Islands

California State University Channel Islands has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into California State University Channel Islands?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine. Curious about the factors that are considered by California State University Channel Islands during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Make sure to check with California State University Channel Islands for more information on admission factors.

California State University Channel Islands 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to California State University Channel Islands, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with California State University Channel Islands's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

GPA and Testing

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into California State University Channel Islands?

Students admitted to California State University Channel Islands have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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 Channel Islands 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.

To be most competitive at California State University Channel Islands, you should strive to earn between 18 and 23 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for California State University Channel Islands's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for California State University Channel Islands students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to California State University Channel Islands

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to California State University Channel Islands. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

California State University Channel Islands Admissions FAQs

Do I have to submit test scores to California State University Channel Islands?

✅ California State University Channel Islands is not test optional.

What is California State University Channel Islands's acceptance rate?

✅ California State University Channel Islands has an acceptance rate of 53%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at California State University Channel Islands?

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

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