Applying to College/University

CSU Application Opens:

October 1, 2025

CSU Application Deadline:

December 1, 2025

CSU Application Website:

https://www.calstate.edu/apply

GPA Requirement:

2.5 and above

UC Application Opens:

You can start the application on August 1, but can't submit it until October 1, 2025

UC Application Deadline:

December 1, 2025

UC Application Website:

GPA Requirement:

3.0 and above

Out-of-State & Private Universities

Application Period:

August 1st (varies by school)

Application Website:

Commonapp.org

GPA:

2.5 or higher (may vary)

Other Requirements to consider:

A-G: Check individual school requirements

SAT/ACT: most schools are optional (check requirements)

Supplemental questions: specific to each institution

Applications Open: Late Fall 2025

Fee: No application fee

Requirement: HS Diploma/GED

Application: https://home.cccapply.org/en/