91³Ô¹Ï (CSUCI) is reimagining higher education for a new generation and era. We place students at the center of the educational experience, welcoming and challenging every individual to do their best and find innovative ways to contribute to today's world.
We've reopened Fall 2025 applications!
There’s still time to become a part of CSUCI—submit your application through Cal State Apply by June 2, 2025. All non-impacted undergraduate programs are available. Click below to get started!
Application Filing Periods:
| Student Type | Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Freshmen | Reopened until June 2, 2025 | Not available |
| Transfers |
Reopened until June 2, 2025 (available for all non-impacted programs) |
Opens August 1, 2025 (available for all non-impacted programs) |
You may be eligible for an application fee waiver?
When you apply for admission to the CSU through Cal State Apply you are automatically considered for an application fee waiver based on the information requested in the application. You must fully complete the application before the fee waiver eligibility is determined.
If you or your family have experienced a significant change in income, you may qualify for an application fee waiver appeal. Please complete the and include the form located on the bottom of the webpage along with supporting documentation. Applicants will be notified of the decision regarding their fee waiver request via email they included in the fee waiver application form. If approved, the applicant will receive an application fee waiver code to use when submitting their application. If denied, the applicant will receive a denial notification. Please note: There is no appeal process for denied application fee waiver requests.
Not ready to apply yet?
Learn more about our Freshmen requirements, visit the Freshmen - Prepare to Apply page.
Learn more about our Transfer requirements, visit the Transfer - Prepare to Apply page.
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Learn more about our academic programs, costs, financial aid, student life, housing,
and how to apply to Cal State Channel Islands.
Connect with us if you have any questions:
Email: admissions@csuci.edu
Phone: 805-437-8520
Text: 805-819-5714
Schedule an appointment with one of our Admissions Counselors.
Learn more about our campus and obtain admissions application information by completing
our interest form.
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Check out some of our upcoming Admission Events: go.csuci.edu/AdmissionEvents