CSU Long Beach Requirements: What Do I Need to Know?

Hi all! I'm a junior in high school and I'm interested in applying to California State University, Long Beach. Does anyone know the general admission requirements for this school? I'd love to hear more about GPA, test scores, and other factors they consider. Thanks!

Hi! It's excellent that you're considering California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) for your college journey. As a public university within the California State University system, CSULB has its specific admission requirements. Here's a general rundown of what you need to know:

1. GPA: CSULB typically looks for applicants with a strong academic record. To be admitted, applicants need a minimum of a 3.0 CSU GPA. However, the average admitted student typically has a GPA within the range of 3.7 to 4.0 (unweighted).

2. Test Scores: For the 2024-2025 application cycle, CSU Long Beach, along with all other CSU campuses, is test-blind, which means they do not consider SAT or ACT scores at all. You don't need to worry about submitting these scores for your application.

3. A-G Course Requirements: Like all CSU campuses, CSULB requires applicants to complete a series of "A-G" courses (15 high school courses) with a grade of "C" or better. These courses are designed to ensure that students have a solid foundation across various subject areas.

4. Impacted Majors: CSULB has some impacted majors, which means they have more applicants than available spaces in specific programs. For impacted majors, the admission process can be more selective, so it's essential to meet all major-specific requirements when applying to one of them. Make sure you check the CSULB website for any additional requirements for your intended major.

Finally, don't forget to pay attention to application deadlines. The CSU application filing period for freshman applicants is from October 1 to November 30.

Best of luck with your application to CSULB!