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California State University-East Bay Application & Admissions Info

Wondering what it takes to get into California State University-East Bay? This institution based in Hayward, CA is known for being Least Selective (85%+) when measured against other U.S. colleges.

Jump to a section:

• Application Information

  • Application Fees
  • Academic Requirements
  • Admissions Address and Contact Information
  • Smart Questions to Ask

• Entering Class Stats

  • What Admissions Stats Mean for You
  • Selectivity of California State University-East Bay* Acceptance & Enrollment Stats at California State University-East Bay
  • Male to Female Ratio of Applicants
  • Average SAT & ACT Scores * Helpful Resources

California State University-East Bay Application Guide

Getting Started with Your Application

Achieving admission to California State University-East Bay begins with demonstrating your potential — examine the admission standards and craft an application that sets you apart.

Application Fees

Gaining entry to California State University-East Bay calls for an application that sets you apart from the rest.

Undergraduate Application Fee	$70
Online Application Website	https://www.calstate.edu/apply

Admission Requirements

GPA	Required
Secondary School Rank	Neither required nor recommended
Secondary School Record	Required
Recommendations	Neither required nor recommended
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.)	Neither required nor recommended
College-Preparatory Program	Required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Neither required nor recommended
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)	Required
Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)	Neither required nor recommended

This College’s Accepted and Transferable Credits

Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Yes
Dual-Credit Classes	Yes
Life Experience Credits	Implied no

Here’s How to Track Down the Admissions Department

Admissions Department Website	https://www.csueastbay.edu/futurestudents/
Admissions Office Address	25800 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward, CA 94542
Admissions Department Phone	(510) 885-3000

Important Questions to Ask

• Are there any particular academic requirements needed to apply to your desired major?
• After applying, when will you be notified if you are accepted or not?
• Should you apply for early admission?
• Are you eligible for an application fee waiver?

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How Selective Is Cal State East Bay?

Acceptance Rate

Because it has a high acceptance rate of 97%, some consider Cal State East Bay a safety school. But do not assume admittance is in the bag; spend enough time on your application.

California State University-East Bay Entering Class Statistics

What Kind of Student Does California State University-East Bay Admit?

Use the admissions stats from the recent freshman class to see how you compare at California State University-East Bay.

What Admissions Stats Mean to You

California State University-East Bay admission statistics help you gauge the likelihood of acceptance. Compare your test scores to previously accepted students; a school’s acceptance rate and selectivity are good ways to judge how difficult admission is.

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Selectivity: The Numbers Behind Student Admissions

Open Admissions	No

Acceptance & Enrollment Statistics

Applicant Total	11,867
Accepted	11,557

What Is the Male/Female Breakdown When It Comes to Admissions?

Additional Question to Ask

• A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

More about our data sources and methodologies.