Freshman Applicants
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As a top-rated university, we’re committed to your success by offering you nearly 50 bachelor’s degree programs to help you find your unique path to success.
We pride ourselves in providing a real-world education so that your skills and experience are there for you on the first day of your new career.
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No need to stress about the process. Learn below about how to apply as a freshman – we’ll guide you through important deadlines, application procedures, and freshman admission requirements. And never hesitate to call us. Your success in life is our mission.
Application and Document Deadlines for Freshman Applicants
Email admissionpetitions@csueastbay.edu for late application requests
Fall Semester 2025 | |
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Applications Accepted | 10/1/2024 - 2/15/25 |
Spring Semester 2025 | |
Applications Accepted | 08/01/24 - 10/15/24 |
*If requested, submit transcripts from all high schools attended including your current school transcript with Fall semester grades and Spring semester courses in progress. We understand that not all schools will have transcripts ready to send by the deadline, so please have them sent as soon as available and they will be processed in the order received.
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Undergraduate Majors
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Accounting Analytics | Communication | Environmenal Studies | Industrial Engineering | Psychology |
Anthropology | Computer Engineering | Ethnic Studies | Kinesiology | Public Health |
Art | Computer Science | Geography | Liberal Studies | Recreation |
Biochemistry | Construction Management | Geology | Mathematics | Social Work |
Biological Sciences | Criminal Justice | Global Studies | Music | Sociology |
Business Administration | Data Science | History | Nursing | Spanish |
Business Analytics | Economics | History - Social Science | Philosophy | Speech Pathology & Audiology |
Chemistry | English | Hospitality & Tourism | Physics | Statistics |
Civil Engineering | Environmental Science | Human Development | Political Science | Theatre Arts |
Steps to Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV as a Freshman Applicant
1. Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV online and pay application fee:- Complete your admission application at .
- Pay $70 nonrefundable application fee.
- Print and keep the confirmation page.
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2. Submit official high school transcripts:- Ask every high school you attended to send your official transcripts to Cal State Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV. Ask early because all transcripts must be received by the document deadline.
- Transcripts must be submitted one of three ways:
- Electronically
- Mailed directly by the school to 25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard | Hayward, CA 94542
- Hand-carried in the original sealed envelopes to Cal State Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV's Enrollment Information Center located on the first floor of the Student Services and Administration (SA) Building on the Hayward Campus. You can also deliver it to the Academic Services Center on the Concord Center.
- Courses completed at a community college or Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or CLEP test scores that may earn you course credit must be submitted to the Office of Admissions to be evaluated.
- Log in to for a list of required items.
Wasn’t that easy? Still have questions? No problem!
If you have any questions about the application process or our undergraduate academic programs, call us at (510) 885-3500 or email admissions@csueastbay.edu.
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Future Pioneers Portal:
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Whether or not you’ve decided to apply to Cal State Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV, the Future Pioneer portal is a great first step to be connected! You will:
- Get an inside look at vibrant Pioneer life.
- Learn more about financial aid resources and how to make paying for college attainable.
- Find in-depth information about your chosen major and the exciting opportunities it offers.
- Get familiar with our free and hands-on academic support resources.
- Identify your outreach counselor. Their job is to help you through the remainder of the admission process.
- Check your to-do list to verify the steps you’ve done and steps you still need to do to complete in the admission process.
*Note: The Future Pioneers Portal currently does not support graduate, second bachelor admits and students who are going through our self-support programs.
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Contact Us
- 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd.
- Hayward, CA 94542
- Admission Inquiry for First Time Freshmen
- Phone: 510-885-3500
- Email: admissions@csueastbay.edu
- Undergraduate Residency Questions
- Email: ures@csueastbay.edu
- Admission Appeals
- Email: admissionpetitions@csueastbay.edu