The California State University (CSU) Direct Admission Program helps connect eligible students to CSU admission opportunities earlier in the college-going process.
The CSU Direct Admission Program identifies eligible students using academic data and provides early admission opportunities to participating CSU campuses before students apply.
Students who receive a CSU Direct Admission notification will still complete the Cal State Apply application and any required enrollment steps to finalize admission.
Additional student and family information, including next steps, admissions guidance and participating campus resources for students applying for fall 2027 admission, will be available here beginning in fall 2026.
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Additional student and family resources will be added as they become available.
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