This section of the website is your one-stop information page on important dates and deadlines you need to be aware of. Whether you are applying to CSULB and need to know when to apply for admission and financial aid or whether you are a newly admitted or current student wanting to know registration information for each semester, all of this information can be found below.
Additionally, this page directs you to other important deadlines such as final exam schedules and when to apply for graduation.
Application Deadlines - Fall
Fall 2019
All Applications accepted beginning October 1, 2018
Audience |
Deadlines |
---|---|
Freshmen |
November 30, 2018 |
Lower Division Transfer |
November 30, 2018 |
Upper Division Transfer |
November 30, 2018 |
Second Bachelors |
November 30, 2018 |
Returning CSULB Students |
November 30, 2018 |
Reinstatement (Disqualified) CSULB Students
|
November 30, 2018 |
Teacher Credential |
June 1, 2019 |
Master's Programs & Certificates |
Varies by program but no later than June 1, 2019 |
CSU Visitor or Concurrent |
August 3, 2019 |
Cross-Enrollment |
Closed to All Applicants |
Application Deadlines - Spring
Spring 2019
Transfer Applications accepted beginning August 1, 2018.
Audience |
Deadlines |
---|---|
Freshmen |
Closed to all applicants |
Lower Division Transfer |
August 31, 2018 |
Upper Division Transfer |
August 31, 2018 |
Second Bachelors |
August 31, 2018 |
Returning CSULB Students |
August 31, 2018 |
Reinstatement (Disqualified) CSULB Students |
August 31, 2018 |
Teacher Credential |
November 1, 2018 |
Master's Programs & Certificates |
Varies by program but no later than November 1, 2018 |
CSU Visitor or Concurrent |
January 2, 2019 |
Cross-Enrollment |
Closed to All Applicants |
Registration Dates and Deadlines- Fall
The following grid is organized by date. The description column gives you detailed information and any links to forms or additional information.
Event |
Description |
Dates |
---|---|---|
Schedule of Classes Available |
Schedule of Classes posted online, so you can begin your class planning. During this time, you can validate certain classes to see if you are eligible to enroll in your selected classes. |
March 12, 2018 |
Residency Reclassification Deadline |
Deadline to be reclassified as a California Resident. Students must submit the Residence Reclassification form (PDF) and appropriate supporting documents. For more information, please visit the Residency website. |
April 1, 2018 |
Online Class Registration Begins |
Continuing students can begin to register for classes through your MyCSULB Student Center. Please see your email registration appointment for more information. |
April 2, 2018 |
Online Registration |
During this period of time, you can adjust your schedule through your MyCSULB Student Center. Please make sure to consult with your assigned advisor and use your Degree Planner to navigate the best path to your degree. |
|
Educational Leave Deadline |
Deadline to file an Educational Leave for Fall without a missed deadline fee. (After this date, missed deadline fee of $10.00 applies) |
May 25, 2018 |
18 Unit Registration |
Round 2 Registration. This is the first day you can register up to 18 units. You will receive an email notification informing you of this. |
July 23, 2018 |
CSU Visitor/Concurrent |
For Non-CSULB students who wish to take a course at CSULB. View the Visitor section of our website for more information. |
August 3, 2018 |
Waitlist Deadline |
This is the last day to waitlist for full classes. For more information, visit Waitlisting for Classes. |
August 13, 2018 |
Fee Payment Deadline |
Deadline to pay your fees before instruction begins. |
August 15, 2018 |
Registration Unavailable |
Registration through your MyCSULB Student Center is unavailable during this time. |
August 23-24, 2018 |
Full Refund Drop Deadline |
Deadline to drop from all classes and receive a full refund. |
August 26, 2018 |
First Day of Class Instruction |
Classes Begin for the Fall semester. Explore CSULB, learn about parking options and view a campus map (PDF) to orient yourself with CSULB! |
August 27, 2018 |
Late Registration Fee |
Once classes begin, there will be an additional fee for Late Registration ($25 non-refundable). |
August 27, 2018 |
Open University Enrollment Begins |
Open University provides an opportunity for those people who are not currently admitted to CSULB to enroll in courses offered by the university. (CCPE students looking to enroll in a state university course) |
August 27 - |
Online Registration and |
This is the last day you can register for classes or make adjustments to your class schedule via the MyCSULB Student Center. |
September 10, 2018 |
Drop Class Deadline |
This is the drop class deadline without receiving a "W" on your official university record. Use the MyCSULB Student Center, by 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit Dropping vs. Withdrawing. |
September 10, 2018 |
Deadline for Partial Withdrawal with Refund of Fees |
Deadline for partial withdrawal with refund of fees. See Tuition and Fees for more information. |
September 10, 2018 |
In Person Registration & |
During this period, you can come to the Enrollment Services windows to register and adjust your schedule. Enrollment Services is located on the first floor of Brotman Hall. |
September 11 -24, 2018 |
Add Course Deadline (No Fee) |
In order to make adjustments to your schedule, you need to consult with the instructor of the course for space availability and use the Late Registration Request Form (PDF) and bring it to the Enrollment Services Windows. This is the last day before a fee is assessed. |
September 17, 2018 |
Deadline to file CR/NC (No Fee) |
Last Day to file Credit/No Credit without a $10 fee. Visit Understanding Grades and Grading for more information. |
September 17, 2018 |
Deadline to file Credit by Examination |
In order to file a credit by examination, you must contact your department for the proper form. Once approved by the department, it must be submitted to Enrollment Services by the deadline stated. |
September 17, 2018 |
Add Course Final Deadline |
Last day to add courses with a $10 missed deadline fee. |
September 24, 2018 |
Final Deadline for CR/NC or |
Last Day to file Credit/No Credit or Audit Grade Option with a $10 fee. Visit Understanding Grades and Grading for more information. |
September 24, 2018 |
University Census |
On this day, CSULB takes a "snapshot" of all students' enrollment which becomes the "official enrollment" that is used for both state reporting and select financial aid programs. |
September 24, 2018 |
Open University |
Open University provides an opportunity for those people who are not currently admitted to CSULB to enroll in courses offered by the university. |
September 24, 2018 |
Last Day to Get A Pro-Rated Refund |
This is the last day to drop all classes and receive a pro-rated refund for the Fall semester. |
October 29, 2018 |
Withdrawal Deadline |
Deadline to withdraw from all classes with Instructor and Department Chair signatures. When you stop participating in class and withdraw after the second week and prior to the final three weeks of instruction, the class will be included on your transcript with a W symbol. Visit Dropping vs. Withdrawing for detailed information. |
November 16, 2018 |
Catastrophic Withdrawals |
If seeking a Catastrophic Withdrawal, the student should submit the Petition to Withdraw from Classes in Final Three Weeks of Instruction (PDF) and the applicable Catastrophic Withdrawal Request - Medical (PDF) OR Catastrophic Withdrawal Request - Beyond Student’s Control (PDF) no later than the last day of instruction in the requested semester. Visit Dropping vs. Withdrawing for detailed information. |
November 19 - |
Last Day of Instruction |
Last day of class instruction before final exams begin. |
December 12, 2018 |
Catastrophic Withdrawal Deadline |
Last Day to submit a Catastrophic Withdrawal request. Visit Dropping vs. Withdrawing for detailed information. |
December 12, 2018 |
Final Exams Begin |
For more detailed information on days and times of final exams, visit the Final Exam Schedule. |
December 13-19, 2018 |
Last Day of Semester |
Last Day of the Fall Semester. |
December 24, 2018 |
Educational Leave Deadline (Fee) |
Last day to file an Educational Leave for the Fall Semester. $10.00 fee applies. |
December 21, 2018 |
Registration Dates and Deadlines- Spring
The following grid is organized by date. The description column gives you detailed information and any links to forms or additional information.
Event |
Description |
Dates |
---|---|---|
Schedule of Classes Available |
Schedule of Classes posted online, so you can begin your class planning. During this time, you can validate certain classes to see if you are eligible to enroll in your selected classes. |
October 8, 2018 |
Online Class Registration Begins |
Continuing students can begin to register for classes through your MyCSULB Student Center. Please see your email registration appointment for more information. |
October 29, 2018 |
Online Registration |
During this period of time, you can adjust your schedule through your MyCSULB Student Center. Please make sure to consult with your assigned advisor and use your Degree Planner to navigate the best path to your degree. |
|
Residency Reclassification Deadline |
Deadline to be reclassified as a California Resident. Students must submit the Residence Reclassification form (PDF) and appropriate supporting documents. For more information, please visit the Residency website. |
November 2, 2018 |
Educational Leave Deadline |
Deadline to file an Educational Leave for Spring without a fee. (After this date, missed deadline fee of $10.00 applies) |
December 21, 2018 |
18 Unit Registration |
Round 2 Registration. This is the first day you can register up to 18 units. You will receive an email notification informing you of this. |
November 26-30, 2018 |
CSU Visitor/Concurrent |
For Non-CSULB students who wish to take a course at CSULB. View the Visitor section of our website for more information. |
January 4, 2019 |
Waitlist Deadline |
This is the last day to waitlist for full classes. For more information, visit Waitlisting for Classes. |
January 7, 2019 |
Fee Payment Deadline |
Deadline to pay your fees before instruction begins. See Tuition and Fees for more information. |
January 9, 2019 |
Registration Unavailable |
Registration through your MyCSULB Student Center is unavailable during this time. |
January 17-18, 2019 |
Full Refund Drop Deadline |
Deadline to drop from all classes and receive a full refund. See Tuition and Fees for more infromation. |
January 21, 2019 |
First Day of Class Instruction |
Classes Begin for the Spring semester. Explore CSULB, learn about parking options and view a campus map (PDF) to orient yourself with CSULB! |
January 22, 2019 |
Late Registration Fee |
Once classes begin, there will be an additional fee for Late Registration ($25 non-refundable). |
January 22, 2019 |
Open University |
Open University provides an opportunity for those people who are not currently admitted to CSULB to enroll in courses offered by the university. (CCPE students looking to enroll in a state university course) |
January 22, 2019 |
Drop Class Deadline |
This is the drop class deadline without receiving a "W" on your official university record. Use the MyCSULB Student Center, by 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit Dropping vs. Withdrawing. |
February 4, 2019 |
Deadline for Partial Withdrawal with Refund of Fees |
Deadline for Partial Withdrawal with Refund of Fees. See Tuition and Fees for more information. |
February 4, 2019 |
Online Registration and |
This is the last day you can register for classes or make adjustments to your class schedule via the MyCSULB Student Center. Service ends at 10 p.m. on Feb 4. |
February 4, 2019 |
In Person Registration & |
During this period, you can come to the Enrollment Services windows to register and adjust your schedule. Enrollment Services is located on the first floor of Brotman Hall. |
February 5-18, 2019 |
Add Course Deadline (No Fee) |
In order to make adjustments to your schedule, you need to consult with the instructor of the course for space availability and use the Late Registration Request Form (PDF) and bring it to the Enrollment Services Windows. This is the last day before a fee is assessed. |
February 11, 2019 |
Deadline to file CR/NC (No Fee) |
Last Day to file Credit/No Credit without a $10 fee. Visit Understanding Grades and Grading for more information. |
February 11, 2019 |
Deadline to file Credit by Examination |
In order to file a credit by examination, you must contact your department for the proper form. Once approved by the department, it must be submitted to Enrollment Services by the deadline stated. |
February 11, 2019 |
Add Course Final Deadline |
Last day to add courses with a $10 missed deadline fee. |
February 18, 2019 |
Final Deadline for CR/NC or |
Last Day to file Credit/No Credit or Audit Grade Option with a $10 fee. Visit Understanding Grades and Grading for more information. |
February 18, 2019 |
University Census |
On this day, CSULB takes a "snapshot" of all students' enrollment which becomes the "official enrollment" that is used for both state reporting and select financial aid programs. |
February 18, 2019 |
Open University |
Open University provides an opportunity for those people who are not currently admitted to CSULB to enroll in courses offered by the university. |
February 18, 2019 |
Deadline to Withdraw From All Classes for Pro-rated Refund |
Deadline to withdraw from all classes and still recieve a pro-rated refund. Students who withdraw from all classes after this date will be assessed full tuition charges for the term. See Tuition and Fees for more information. |
March 28, 2019 |
Withdrawal Deadline |
Deadline to withdraw from all classes with Instructor and Department Chair signatures. When you stop participating in class and withdraw after the second week and prior to the final three weeks of instruction, the class will be included on your transcript with a W symbol. Visit Dropping vs. Withdrawing for detailed information. |
April 19, 2019 |
Catastrophic Withdrawals |
If seeking a Catastrophic Withdrawal, the student should submit the Petition to Withdraw from Classes in Final Three Weeks of Instruction (PDF) and the applicable Catastrophic Withdrawal Request - Medical (PDF) OR Catastrophic Withdrawal Request - Beyond Student’s Control (PDF) no later than the last day of instruction in the requested semester. Visit Dropping vs. Withdrawing for detailed information. |
April 22- |
Last Day of Instruction |
Last day of class instruction before final exams begin. |
May 10, 2019 |
Catastrophic Withdrawal Deadline |
Last day to submit a Catastrophic Withdrawal request. Visit Dropping vs. Withdrawing for detailed information. |
May 10, 2019 |
Final Exams Begin |
For more detailed information on days and times of final exams, visit the Final Exam Schedule. |
May 13-18, 2019 |
Last Day of Semester |
Last day of the Spring Semester. |
May 24, 2019 |
Educational Leave Deadline (Fee) |
Last day to file an Educational Leave for the Spring Semester. $10.00 fee applies. |
May 24, 2019 |
Registration Dates - (Summer/Winter/May Intersession)
Financial Aid Deadlines
You should apply for financial aid every year.
- The new financial aid application becomes available each October 1 (for the next academic year).
- The priority filing deadline for the new application is March 2 (10 pm west coast time).
- Complete your aid application for each new academic year any time between October 1 and March 2
to be considered for the greatest number of aid programs. - You must file by the priority deadline to be considered for CSULB or California State financial aid.
Visit Financial Aid for more information on options available based on your education program
Final Exam Schedule
Fall 2018
Fall Final Exam Days are Thursday through Wednesday, December 13-19
Spring 2019
Spring Final Exam Days are Monday through Saturday, May 13-18
Visit the Final Exam Schedule for detailed information on exact days and times.
When Do I Apply to Graduate?
Undergraduate Students:
Graduation Semester |
Apply to Graduate Deadline |
---|---|
FALL |
Preceding March 1 |
WINTER |
Preceding March 1 |
SPRING |
Preceding October 15 |
SUMMER |
Preceding October 15 |
Visit Apply To Graduate - Undergraduate Students for detailed instructions and more information.
Graduate Students:
Graduation Term |
Apply to Graduate Deadline |
Application Window |
---|---|---|
FALL |
Preceding March 1 |
November 1 through March 1 |
WINTER |
Preceding March 1 |
November 1 through March 1 |
SPRING |
Preceding October 15 |
March 15 through October 15 |
SUMMER |
Preceding October 15 |
March 15 through October 15 |
Visit Apply To Graduate - Graduate Students for detailed instructions and more information.
Last day of class instruction before final exams begin. |