Cal State Channel Islands welcomes first time freshmen applicants! A student is considered a first-time freshman if they have graduated from (or are still in) high school and have not enrolled in a regular (non-summer) session at any college or university following graduation. If you have already graduated from high school and have attended a college/university after your high school graduation, you may be considered a transfer student. Refer to the Transfer Admission Website to determine admissibility.
Fall 2026 Applications will open soon!
We will begin accepting applications for Fall 2026 starting October 1, 2025, through Cal State Apply. We look forward to welcoming our next class of Dolphins!
Need help or have questions?
Make an appointment with an admissions counselor, call us at 805-437-8520, or email admissions@csuci.edu—we're here to help you every step of the way!
