Welcome Students!
We understand the redirection process can be confusing and that you may have unresolved questions. We hope the following FAQ's can help you through the process.
- Information about Redirection
- Information for Admitted Redirected Students
- Information for Denied Redirected Students
Information about Redirection:
Q: What is redirection?
Eligible students who have applied to a CSU Campus but were not admitted to their
school of choice will be asked to forward their Cal State Apply application to a CSU
campus that has capacity for additional students.
Q: How does redirection work?
Since you were identified as eligible for redirection, you would have receive an email
from the CSU to update your application with either a first- and second-choice CSU campus or opt-out of redirection.
Q: What does all of this mean?
It means, we have received your Cal State Apply application and we are in the process
of reviewing your application to determine your eligibility to Cal State Channel Islands.
We understand we may have not been your first choice but we can certainly be your
final choice. We encourage to get to us know better by visiting our campus, exploring our academic programs, or learning more about the student support services we offer.
Information for Admitted Redirected Students (Fall 2025):
We are excited that you are considering Cal State Channel Islands. Find out why students have chosen to attend CSUCI by visiting our Get to Know CI page or following us on .
Q. If I have been admitted, what do I do next?
Redirected students who have been admitted to CSUCI and wish to join in the Fall would
need to by June 16, 2025.
Once you've enrolled it's onto your next steps. At this time your admission is provisional until you complete all steps of the admission process by the designated deadlines below. We recommend checking your email regularly! Our number one form of communication is email.
Continue to Complete your Admission for Fall 2025
- Submit final official transcript(s) & AP/CLEP test scores - Deadline is July 15, 2025.
- Electronic transcripts are preferred. You can request official electronic transcripts from your community college or university. If your school's transcript ordering system asks for a recipient name and email, please indicate Cal State Channel Islands and admissions@csuci.edu. We are unable to accept transcripts emailed from the student; they must be sent directly from the college or university.
- If your college or university is unable to send transcripts electronically, they may
be postal mailed by the college or university registrar to:
- Cal State Channel Islands
ATTN: Admissions - Sage Hall
One University Drive
Camarillo, CA 93012
- Cal State Channel Islands
- Students may also hand-deliver or postal mail their transcripts to the CSUCI Admissions Office if they remain in the same sealed envelope provided to them by their registrar.
- Note: If you have taken coursework from an institution outside of the United States, your transcript must be evaluated by a credentials evaluation service, such as International Education Research Foundation (IERF) at . Request your official report at least 6-8 weeks in advance of the transcript deadline.
- If you took AP exams in high school or College Level Examination Program (CLEP) exams,
you must request that your official scores be sent to us directly from the College
Board by the transcript deadline (unless you have already done so). AP/CLEP credit awarded from your transferring institution will not suffice. Exams
taken four or more years require additional processing time. Please plan accordingly.
Request scores at least 6-8 weeks in advance.
Other important importation you should consider:
New Student Onboarding Checklist
Over the summer, you'll complete a series of simple steps designed to help you settle in and get connected with your community. Review your New Student Onboarding Checklist to get started.
Q. Does CSUCI have the major I want?
Cal State Channel Islands offers 29 undergraduate degree programs and 37 academic
minors. View our complete list of majors. Impacted majors such as Nursing (for transfers) are not available for redirects.
Q. Does CSUCI offer on-campus housing?
A. Yes. Admitted students may apply through their once they have accepted their offer of provisional admission. Contact Housing and Residential Education at student.housing@csuci.edu.
Q. How will I pay for college?
Over 80% of CSUCI students receive some form of financial aid. Students are encouraged
to apply for financial aid and scholarships early. Remember to include your full name
and other personal information (for example, your social security number) on your
admission application to ensure we can match your financial aid application to you.
If you have already submitted a 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or Dream Application, you will need to: (a) log into your application, (b) add the school code (039803) for Cal State Channel Islands, and (c) submit your application. After you submit the updates to your FAFSA/Dream Application, CSUCI will receive your financial aid application information within 3-5 business days. For more information, please visit the financial aid website.
Information for Denied Redirected Students:
Q: What if I have been denied but should have been admitted based on my requirements?
Student who have been denied can submit an appeal within 15 business days of your
denial email. For instructions on how to submit an appeal, please visit the transfer appeals webpage.
