You are a transfer applicant if you have completed college coursework after graduating from high school and plan to transfer from a California Community College or another college or university.
What type of transfer student are you?
- Lower-division transfer: Fewer than 60 transferable semester units
- Upper-division transfer: 60 or more transferable semester units
International students: If you need an F-1 visa to study in the U.S., head to our International Transfer webpage.
Spring 2027 Admissions
Priority Application Filing Period is Jul. 1 – Aug. 31, 2026
- Open for domestic transfer & returning students in select majors
- Not open to international applicants
- Admission requirements must be completed by end of Summer 2026
Fall 2027 Admissions
Priority Application Filing Period is Oct. 1 – Nov. 30, 2026
- Prospective applicants may begin to preview the application on Aug. 1
- Open to all majors
- Open to domestic and international transfer applicants
- Admission requirements must be completed by end of Spring 2027
Your Transfer Process
Common Questions
Financial Aid
How much will it cost to attend? Am I eligible for financial aid?
Cal State LA offers an affordable education! On average, the cost of two full-time semesters is approximately $7,160*. However, other costs are associated with attending college—food, transportation, housing, etc.
- Cal State LA Estimated Cost of Attendance
- Most students will be eligible for financial aid via loans, scholarships, grants, or even work-study. Visit Financial Aid here.
*Please note that all student tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is inadequate. Read the full CSU disclaimer here.
Academic Programs
What can I study at Cal State LA?
Cal State LA offers over 100 undergraduate, graduate, pre-professional, and certificate programs spanning 7 colleges.
Not ready to transfer just yet?
Not ready to transfer just yet?
You can still plan ahead and secure your future at Cal State LA! See the links below for other options available for transferring to Cal State LA.
- A Degree with a Guarantee (ADT) - Lets you choose a specific CSU early, follow a clear course plan with advising, and guarantees admission to a specific campus and major if you meet the requirements.
- Transfer Success Pathway (TSP) - Is an associate degree from a community college that guarantees transfer to a CSU after graduation, but it does not guarantee a specific campus or major.
Pre-Admission Advisement
Have a question about undergraduate admissions requirements? Make an appointment to speak to a Pre-Admission Advisor.
