Avoid the Hassle. Register by phone, fax or mail.
Print out a copy of the Registration Form.
List the courses you want on the form.
Please Note: Some classes have limited seating and others require minimum enrollments. Register early to ensure your place!
By Mail
(Checks/money orders only, payable to Cal State L.A.)
Print out the form, fill it out, and mail it to:
Cashier's Office
Administration 128
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8524
In Person
(Checks/money orders only, payable to Cal State L.A.)
Print out the form, fill it out, and bring it to the Cashier's Office in Administration 128 during the following hours:
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Important Notice!
The Cashier will no longer accept credit card payments. To pay by credit card (VISA or MasterCard only), call, fax, mail, or deliver your registration directly to Extended Education.
Fax: 323-343-4954
Phone: 323-343-4900
Mail / Deliver to:
Extended Education
Golden Eagle, West, Room 211
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8619
2. How much do courses cost?
Prices vary. Please see individual course listings.
3. When do I pay my fees?
To prevent course cancellation and to avoid late fees, consider pre-registering.
Pay with a check or VISA or MasterCard.
Remember, a $25 late fee applies after the first class meeting.
4. Will you notify me if a class is canceled?
We will do our best to notify you, but it is your responsibility to contact Extended Education at (323)
343-4904, 24 hours before the start of class to confirm its status.
If a class is canceled, you will receive a 100% refund.
You won't be transferred to another class or section without your approval.
5. I haven't received my payment confirmation. Am I in class?
If you don't receive your payment confirmation by the first class meeting, attend the class and sign the roster.
Better yet, call Extended Education at (323) 343-4900, 24 hours before the first class meeting to verify your enrollment.
6. Do I have to meet course prerequisites for credit classes?
Yes. See the course descriptions.
7. How can I tell if the course I take is transferable to my degree?
You may apply up to 36 quarter units of Open University and Extension classes toward a bachelor's degree and 13 pre-approved credits toward a master's degree or credential. Check with your major department for details.
8. How do I withdraw from a course and get a refund?
Submit withdrawals from courses in Non-Credit, ELP, or Professional Development in writing to the Division of Extended Education office. Submit withdrawals from credit courses on a DROP form with required signatures and/or stamps to Enrollment Services at Administration Room 146. After the drop form is submitted, go to the Extended Education office and fill out a refund request form. Refunds are based on the postmark date or the Extended Education date-stamp of the request.
The refund policy is as follows:
Canceled Classes:
You will receive an automatic full refund. Please allow 4 to 5 weeks for processing.
Extension Non-Credit (including those with CEUs), ELP and Professional Development Classes:
You will receive a refund minus a $10 processing fee if you request the refund prior to the first day of class. No refund will be given after a course begins.
Extension Credit Classes (4 class meetings or less):
You will receive a full refund minus a $10 processing fee if you request the refund prior to the first class meeting. No refund will be given after a class begins.
Extension Credit Classes (5 meetings or more):
You will receive a full refund minus a $10 processing fee if you request the refund prior to the first day of class and a 65% refund until 25% of the course time has elapsed. No refund will be given after that.
Online Classes:
Once you have accessed the course using your User ID, you are not eligible for a refund.
9. What happens if I don't officially withdraw from a credit course?
You are charged the class fee and receive a grade of "F" on your transcript.
10. What is the difference between quarter units and semester units?
California State University, Los Angeles awards quarter units.
One quarter unit is equivalent to two-thirds (0.67) semester units.
11. What is the course numbering system for credit courses?
100-299 are lower division courses for freshmen and sophomores.
300-399 are upper division courses for juniors and seniors.
400-499 are upper division courses for juniors and seniors which may, upon approval, give graduate credit.
500-599 are graduate courses for graduate students only.
700-899 are professional advancement credit courses and are not acceptable toward a degree or teaching credential.
12. What are CEUs (Continuing Education Units)?
CEUs are nationally recognized measurements of non-credit education.
One CEU represents 10 contact hours of participation in a formal classroom.
CEUs may be used to meet license renewal requirements.
Check with your licensing agency for details.
13. How will I receive credit for my extension classes?
We will mail you a grade card and record the credit you earn on your official transcript.
14. How can I get a copy of my transcript for my credit classes?
You can request your transcript from:
Records Office
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032
- Fill out the Transcript Order Form completely.
- On the right hand side, be sure to check mark the "Extended Education" box so that your classes taken through Extended Education will be picked up.
- Include your name while in attendance, birth date, and social security number.
- Include a check for $4 for the first transcript and $2 for each additional transcript.
- You may also visit the Records Office at Administration Building 409 or contact them at (323) 343-3840.
15. What if I have more questions?
Call Student Services at (323) 343-4900 or contact one of the coordinators.
