Apply to Transfer
Applying to transfer is one of the most important steps in the transfer process. REMEMBER: You will begin the application process a year prior to your intended transfer term. For example, if you plan to begin at the university in the fall semester, you will
need to apply the prior fall semester. It’s important to be informed of the application
deadlines, particularly when applying to selective programs and institutions. Private
universities often have flexible application dates and you may apply a semester before
you transfer.
California State University (CSU)
Apply to any of the 23 campuses at www.calstate.edu/apply
| To Begin at the University | Filing Period |
|---|---|
|
Fall Semester |
October 1 – November 30 (a year prior) |
|
Spring Semester |
August 1 – August 31 |
Applying for the Spring semester is very limited. Not all schools or programs are available.
Application Fees: $70 per campus
Fee Waivers: You are automatically considered for an application fee waiver based on the information requested in the application. You will be notified of your eligibility before you submit your application.
University of California (UC)
Apply to UC campuses at https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply-now.html
| To Begin at the University | Filing Period |
|---|---|
|
Fall Semester |
October 1 – November 30 (a year prior) |
|
Winter/Spring Semester |
July 1 – July 31 |
Most UC campuses do not accept winter/spring applications with the exception of UC Merced, UC Riverside and UC Santa Cruz.
Application Fees: $70 per campus
Fee Waivers: You are automatically considered for an application fee waiver based on the information requested in the application. You will be notified of your eligibility before you submit your application.
UC TAG Application
| Semester | Filing Period |
|---|---|
|
Winter/Spring Semester |
July 1 – 31 |
|
Fall Semester |
September 1 – September 30 |
Private Colleges and Universities & Out-of-State
Used by many private institutions, apply https://www.commonapp.org/
Transfer application deadlines and admissions requirements vary from campus to campus for private universities and out-of-state universities.
Application Fees: Vary
Fee Waivers: Many private schools also offer a fee waiver program available through the Common Application. Check with each school to verify the process for obtaining a fee waiver.
