California State University

Find your future at one of 23 California State University campuses with thousands of degree choices, including fully online degree programs.

CSU Campus Locations

Select from this CSU Campus map to connect with specific CSU campuses.

• How to Choose Your CSU Campus

  Visit Find Your CSU Campus to explore and select the campus that’s the best fit for you.

  Why Transfer to a CSU?

  • 23 campuses statewide, many close to home or work.
  • Apply twice a year: Fall or Spring.
  • Flexible part-time, evening, and weekend schedules.
  • Select fully online BA/BS programs available through CSU Extension or individual campuses.
    Note: Online Extension programs may have higher per-unit costs than campus-based programs.
  • Semester system aligns with Coastline’s schedule.
  • Lower tuition and overall costs compared to UC and private universities.
  • Admission may be impacted; priority is based on your current college’s location, not your home address.

  As you apply to any of the 23 CSU campuses, be aware that impaction and access may affect your application status. The CSU's Local Area Preference (or Service Area) is determined by the college location, not the applicant's residence.

• Tour CSU Campuses

  University Campus Tours

  Coastline College, in partnership with Golden West College, offers campus tours to local and regional universities. Coastline students can sign up and join tours departing from the Golden West College Transfer Center.

  • University Campus Tours

  CSU Virtual Campus Tours

  Visit all 23 CSU campuses virtually, 24/7.

  The CSU has complied this virtual campus tour access that connects you to campus services - including CSU Outreach Services - networking webinars designed for transfer students, and how to book an individual on-campus tour. 

Local Admission:
CSU Fullerton & CSU Long Beach

Coastline College is in the local admission area for both CSU Fullerton and CSU Long Beach. This gives Coastline transfer applicants admission prioritization for most majors—excluding some impacted programs like Nursing.

Southern California CSU campuses receive more applications than they can admit. Visit the CSU Impaction website to see where each community college fall within the CSU local admission preference and service areas. CSUs determine local admission/service area by the college attended, not the applicant's residence.

• CSU Fullerton

  Coastline is in CSU Fullerton’s local admission area. As a result, Coastline transfer students receive priority admission consideration—with more moderate GPA cutoffs—compared to applicants from non-Orange County community colleges, who may face higher GPA requirements.
  
  Connect with CSUF by attending their events and transfer workshops designed for you: CSUF's Zoom Webinar Series. These Zoom sessions will increase your preparedness for transfer and network with the CSUF students. Attend CSUF's workshops that include CSU Application Help, Financial Aid, Next Steps, Housing, + more!

  Check out the over 300 student clubs and organizations at CSU Fullerton. You will find similiar student clubs and organizations you joined at Coastline!

  Jeanette Monzon, CSUF Counselor, is Coastline's representative! Jeanette Monzon will have designated days/times to meet and discuss your transfer. Receive the most current information directly from CSU Fullerton! Her appointment calendar will be available and posted here. Check back!

• CSU Long Beach

  Since Coastline College is in the local admission area of CSU Long Beach, our transfer applicants will receive "Local Preference" for admission consideration. Bragging Rights: Cal State Long Beach receives the highest number of applications within the CSU system which drives admission competitiveness.

  Visit CSU Long Beach's student clubs and organizations and you will find similar student clubs and organizations you participated in at Coastline. 

  Have specific questions about your major at CSULB?
  Need specific transfer answers from CSULB?

  Connect with Julien Benjamin or Ashley Alvarez, CSULB Counselors!  
  Make a 30-minute self counseling appointment by clicking on the CSULB Beach Central Admissions Counselor Calendar (remote appointments).

Explore Majors & Degrees

The CSU Application

To access the online CSU application, go to CSU Apply. Choose the term you are applying for and create an account to begin your application.

Documents to have ready:
An unofficial transcript from each college you’ve attended, which you’ll use to self-report your academic history on the application.

• CSU Application Deadlines

  Students have two opportunities each year to apply to a CSU campus:

  • Fall Admission
    • Application opens: October 1
    • Application deadline: November 30
  • Spring Admission
    • Application opens: August 1
    • Application deadline: August 31

  Be sure to apply early and review all requirements for your intended campus and major. 

  Check Application Dates and Deadlines for priority and extended application deadlines per CSU campus and major.

  CSU Application Assistance

  Need help with your CSU application? We’re here for you!
  Join one of our CSU application workshops for step-by-step guidance through the application process.

  Check the Transfer Services Calendar for upcoming workshop dates.

  Looking for more personalized application help? Schedule a Zoom transfer appointment.

• Application Videos

  These videos are here to guide you through each step of the application process. Feel free to watch and refer back to them anytime you need support.

  Videos on How to Start and Complete the CSU Application

  • Step-By-Step CSU Application Help
  • Create the Account
  • Quadrant #1 - Personal Information
  • Quadrant #2 - Academic History
  • Quadrant #3 - Supporting Information
  • Quadrant #4 - Program Materials
  • EOP - Section Completion
  • EOP - Educational Opportunity Program at the CSU

  For additional CSU application assistance and to report computer glitches: Cal State Apply Help Center or call CSU Help Desk at (857) 304-2087.

• Next Steps After Submission

  After Submitting Your CSU Application:

  1. Check your email regularly for important messages and instructions from the CSU campuses.
  2. Stay informed: Each CSU campus you applied to will provide updates on the status of your application.
  3. Be prepared to submit additional information if requested by the campus.
  4. Transcript requests: If a CSU campus asks for official or unofficial transcripts, you can order your official transcript through your MyCoast Student Portal under the “My Records” tab.
  5. Graduation Reminder: Don’t forget to submit your petition to graduate! Visit the Petition to Graduate website to apply and review the submission timeline. Once everything is submitted, you can look forward to celebrating and taking part in Coastline’s Spring Commencement Ceremony.

Diversity on CSU Campuses

The California State University System (CSU) is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment on its 23-campuses. When you transfer to a CSU campus, you're not leaving support behind—you’re gaining even more!

CSU campuses have transfer centers with dedicated staff ready to help you successfully transition into their academic environment.

Curious if programs such as the Umoja Community exists at your prospective CSU campus? If you already have a few CSU campuses selected, a quick search can help you find out!

Try searches like:
“Does CSU Fullerton have an Umoja community?"
"What clubs and services does CSULB offer for African American/Black students?"

You’ll often find that these campuses offer a wide range of services, clubs, and student organizations designed to support your academic success, cultural identity, and sense of belonging.

Programs for Foster Youth

CSU provides a wide of services to support incoming transfer students who were in foster care.

Project Rebound

From incarceration to graduation, CSU's Project Rebound supports the higher education and successful integration of Coastline's Hope Scholars. See Counseling and make an appointment to discuss degree Options 1 & II and how to complete CSU major course requirements.

LGBTQIA+ Centers

Each 23 CSU campuses offers service, support, and community for LGBTQIA+ students, faculty, and staff. Research a wide range of clubs and organizations on each CSU campus by searching "clubs and organizations" on CSU campus websites.

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Career Services

How does your major prepare you for a career? Visit Coastline’s Career Services to help you explore career paths in your major, clarify your career goals, and take confident steps toward career and academic success.