2009 CSU C OUNSELOR C ONFERENCE C AL S TATE F ULLERTON

Freshman Statistics  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%) Majors Most Often Declared  Business Administration  Psychology  Communications  Kinesiology  Theatre University Enrollment by Ethnicity F IRST - TIME F RESHMAN S TATISTICS F ALL 2008

F ALL 2010 A DMISSION Requirements  Complete all A-G courses with at least a “C” or better  Achieve at least a minimum eligibility index of 2900 (Local Area)  Submit an application as early as possible between Oct 1 st - Nov 30 th  Take SAT or ACT by December of Senior year  Complete the ELM / EPT by May 1, 2010, if not exempt by EAP  Close attention to dates and deadlines Impaction  Campus-wide Impaction for First-time Freshman & Transfer  Recommend 4000 index for students outside the local area  The EL-BSN is an impacted program  Admission to the University as a pre-nursing student does not guarantee admission to the EL-BSN nursing major.

College of Business & Economics Mihaylo College is the largest accredited business school in California and the 4 th largest in the United States. It is listed in Princeton Review’s Best 290 Business Schools. This college has its own advisement counselors. College of the Arts 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. College of Health & Human Development 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 College of Engineering & Computer Science 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. A CADEMICS

College of Education 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). College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics 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 College of Humanities & Social Sciences 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. College of Communications 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. A CADEMICS

C OST OF A TTENDANCE G ENERAL E STIMATED C OST O F A TTENDANCE FeesAt HomeOn CampusOff-Campus State University Fee$4,662 Additional Cost (Books, Meals, Housing, Transportation, Miscellaneous) $9,876$14,520$16,662 Total$14,538$19,182$21,324 E STIMATED C OST P ER S EMESTER Fees> 6 Units (Full Time)< 6 Units (Part Time) State University Fees$2,331$1,485 Parking$162 Books (Estimated Cost )$ $ Total$ $2993$ $1947

F INANCIAL R ESOURCES Financial Aid:  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 $ to full academic scholarship Special Scholarships:  Honors and Scholars  Guardian Scholars  Future Scholars Program  President’s Scholars Program  Music Department Scholarships  Army ROTC  For more information, please visit

H OUSING  On-campus housing accommodates 836 students.  Students do not have to be admitted to the University to submit a Housing Application.  Housing application and off-campus housing referrals are available online.  The residence hall complex consists of apartment style suites and a community center.  Single occupancy: $7,675  Double occupancy: $5,775 Apply as early as possible beginning October 1 st at C ONTACT I NFO :  Phone: (657)   Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm  Location: Cobb Residence Halls Single occupancy Double occupancy 1,000 bed housing complex is under construction To be completed in Fall 2011

W HY C AL S TATE F ULLERTON ?  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 Campus Community Internship Opportunities The Internship & Job Fair  Over 250 companies & Interviews on campus The Internship Event  Specifically for internships  Excellent for majors with a required internship Industry Partners Disney Partners  One of only 18 institutions worldwide & the only public institution of higher education to be chosen  Opportunity to work closely with a prominent company in a real world setting

W HY C AL S TATE F ULLERTON ?  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.  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.  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.  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.

11 University Outreach Early Assessment Program Transfer Services Admissions Campus Tours Disabled Student Services Financial Aid Housing 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 Q UESTIONS ?