California State University-Los Angeles Transfer and Admissions Information

Public

4 year
22.8K

Full + Part time Students
1:24

Faculty to Student Ratio
6%

Transfer Student Ratio

Cal State LA is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles and is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good. We are ranked number one in the United States for the upward mobility of our students. The University is a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, Minority-Serving Institution, and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. Cal State LA transforms lives and fosters thriving communities across greater Los Angeles. We cultivate and amplify our students' unique talents, diverse life experiences, and intellect through engaged teaching, learning, scholarship, research, and public service that support their overall success, well-being, and the greater good.

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Overview

Full-Time Undergraduate	22,797
Transfer Students	2,963
Programs	104 Programs
Courses	3,908 Courses
Equivalencies	2,115 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$6,781
Out-of-State Tuition	$18,661
Books and Supplies	$1,046

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

Students are required to apply for financial aid by submitting a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application. Cal State LA has over 400 scholarship opportunities to support your educational goals.
Tuition and Fees:

Estimated Cost of Attendance: CA Residents $29,077 (on-campus), $29,208 (off-campus), $18,468 (commuter); Non-Residents $38,581 (on), $38,712 (off), $27,972 (commuter). Includes tuition/fees, books/supplies, room/board, and personal expenses.

Information for Transfer In Students

Accepts Transfers:

To be considered for transfer admission you must complete 60 transferable semester or 90 quarter units, which must include a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter units in courses approved to meet CSU General Education (GE) requirements.

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

A minimum GPS of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) is required of transfer applicants.
Official Transcripts:

Official college transcripts are required from all previously attended institutions.
Other Requirements:

A statement of good standing from prior institutions is required.
Apply Here:

https://www.calstatela.edu/admissions/transfer-application-and-admission

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

C is the lowest grade earned for any course that may be transferred for credit.
Credits (Min/Max):

A maximum of 70 semester units may be transferred from two-year institutions. You must complete 30 credits at Cal State LA to earn a bachelor's degree.

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