CAL STATE FULLERTON
CSU C OUNSELOR C ONFERENCE
FIRST-TIME FRESHMAN STATISTICS
FALL 2008
Majors Most Often Declared
University Enrollment by Ethnicity
Unknown,
International,
6%
2%
White,
28%
Native
Americans,
1%
Black, 5%
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Business Administration
Psychology
Communications
Kinesiology
Theatre
Freshman Statistics
Hispanic,
37%
Asian/Pacific
Islander, 22%
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Total Class Enrollment: 4,697
59% Female, 41% Male
Average GPA: 3.20
Average SAT: 984
 Math: 503
 Verbal: 481
 Total Applications Received:
 33,287
 Total Admitted:
 19,780 (59%)
FALL 2010 A DMISSION
Requirements
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Complete all A-G courses with at least a “C” or better
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Achieve at least a minimum eligibility index of 2900 (Local Area)
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Submit an application as early as possible between Oct 1st - Nov 30th
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Take SAT or ACT by December of Senior year
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Complete the ELM / EPT by May 1, 2010, if not exempt by EAP
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Close attention to dates and deadlines
Impaction
Campus-wide Impaction for First-time Freshman & Transfer
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Recommend 4000 index for students outside the local area
The EL-BSN is an impacted program
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Admission to the University as a pre-nursing student does not guarantee admission
to the EL-BSN nursing major.
A CADEMICS
College of the Arts
College of Engineering & Computer Science
The College of the Arts is among the top 16 highly
recommended programs in the nation.
COTA students receive top awards and recognition
in annual competitions and festivals such as
ImagiNations, Microsoft Imagine Cup, Key Art,
VASTA, American College Dance and International
Music Scholar Laureate Program.
Work on real world research projects with faculty
members and industry professionals. Study in
small classes and participate research and design
competitions with highly qualified professors.
College of Health & Human Development
College of Business & Economics
Fastest growing college since 2000, graduating
students that are very employable.
 Child and Adolescent Studies Health
Science
 Counseling and Social Work Human
Services
 Kinesiology, Athletic Training
Mihaylo College is the largest accredited business
school in California and the 4th largest in the
United States. It is listed in Princeton Review’s
Best 290 Business Schools. This college has its
own advisement counselors.
A CADEMICS
College of Humanities & Social Sciences
College of Communications
HSS: Home of Student Success | Largest College in
the CSU
Focus on education, research, public service and
professional development
The College hosts its own Study Abroad Program:
Spring in London, Summer in Italy or Spain
College Alumni Internships Programs in
Washington D.C.
Our College of Communications is the largest in
the western United States and fourth largest in the
nation. Through professional faculty we maintain
contacts with communications professionals
throughout the region and nation.
College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
College of Education
Emphasis on instruction and student involvement
in research such as the Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary,
a 12 acre nature preserve providing hands-on
research opportunities.
With plenty of scholarship opportunities
The College of Education at CSUF provides the
only university teacher preparation program in
Orange County that is accredited by the National
Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
(NCATE).
C OST OF ATTENDANCE
GENERAL ESTIMATED COST OF ATTENDANCE
Fees
At Home
On Campus
Off-Campus
State University Fee
$4,662
$4,662
$4,662
Additional Cost
$9,876
$14,520
$16,662
$14,538
$19,182
$21,324
(Books, Meals, Housing,
Transportation, Miscellaneous)
Total
ESTIMATED COST PER SEMESTER
Fees
> 6 Units (Full Time)
< 6 Units (Part Time)
State University Fees
$2,331
$1,485
Parking
$162
$162
Books (Estimated Cost )
$300-500
$100-300
Total
$2793 - $2993
$1747 - $1947
F INANCIAL R ESOURCES
Financial Aid:
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Nearly $2 million in scholarships and awards is paid annually at Cal State
Fullerton.
Over 400 scholarships that CSUF student can apply to throughout the academic
year
Awards and scholarship range from $500.00 to full academic scholarship
Special Scholarships:
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Honors and Scholars
Guardian Scholars
Future Scholars Program
President’s Scholars Program
Music Department Scholarships
Army ROTC
For more information, please visit www.fullerton.edu/financialaid
H OUSING
Apply as early as possible beginning October 1st at www.fullerton.edu/housing
1,000 bed
housing
complex is
under
construction
To be
completed in
Fall 2011
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On-campus housing accommodates 836
students.
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Students do not have to be admitted to
the University to submit a Housing
Application.
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Housing application and off-campus
housing referrals are available online.
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The residence hall complex consists of
apartment style suites and a
community center.
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Single occupancy: $7,675
Double occupancy: $5,775
CONTACT INFO:
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Phone: (657) 278-2168
Email: housing@fullerton.edu
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm
Location: Cobb Residence Halls
Single occupancy
Double occupancy
W HY C AL S TATE F ULLERTON ?
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Campus Community
29 Greek, Cultural, and Local Fraternities and Sororities
250+ clubs and organizations and numerous student development
opportunities including Student Leadership Institute, Volunteer and
Service Center, and Associated Students
Abundant Resources with a Small Campus Feel | Student faculty ratio
23:1
Industry Partners
Internship Opportunities
The Internship & Job Fair
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Disney Partners
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One of only 18 institutions
worldwide & the only public
institution of higher education
to be chosen
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Opportunity to work closely
with a prominent company in a
real world setting
Over 250 companies &
Interviews on campus
The Internship Event
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Specifically for internships
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Excellent for majors with a
required internship
W HY C AL S TATE F ULLERTON ?
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As noted in the CSU 2004 study “Working for California: The
Impact of the California State University,” Cal State Fullerton
generates $851 million in economic activity annually, sustaining
more than 12,500 jobs in the region and generating more than
$45 million per year in state tax revenue.
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The Performing Arts Major's College Guide lists Cal State
Fullerton among its "Most Highly Recommended Undergraduate
Programs" for drama and musical theater, and among
"Noteworthy Programs" for dance.
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The Templeton Guide: Colleges That Encourage Character
Development: A Resource for Parents, Students and Educators
lists CSUF’s Student Leadership Institute among the guide’s
“Exemplary Programs” in the student leadership category.
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The Steven G. Mihaylo College of Business and Economics, the
state’s largest accredited business college, is included in the
2009 edition of Princeton Review’s Best 296 Business Schools.
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QUESTIONS?
Important Dates and Deadlines
October 1 – November 30th:
Apply for admission
January 15:
SAT/ACT scores must be received
March 2:
Financial Aid application due
*April 24, 2010:
Welcome to Cal State Fullerton Day
May 1:
Last day to take ELM/EPT placement exams
May 6 by 5:00 pm:
Last day to register for mandatory
New Student Orientation
July 9:
Final official high school transcript must be
received
Contact Information
University Outreach--657.278.2086
outreach@fullerton.edu
Early Assessment Program--657.278.4743
eap@fullerton.edu
Transfer Services--657.278.3358
transfer@fullerton.edu
Admissions--657.278.2370
admissions@fullerton.edu
Campus Tours--657.278.3120
www.fullerton.edu/tours
Disabled Student Services--657.278.3117
dsservices@fullerton.edu
Financial Aid--657.278.3125
fa@fullerton.edu
Housing--657.278.2168
housing@fullerton.edu