Fall 2024 Semester
Mandatory Steps
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Apply - The Fall 2024 Freshman Advantage application is open from October 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024. This early application period is only open to first-time college students and current high school seniors. Submit your application online.
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Complete the Matriculation Process - This process consists of three steps and must be completed by May 7, 2024:
- Step 1: New Student Orientation
- Step 2: Initial Math and English Guided Self Placement (GSP)
- Step 3: Student Advisement including a First Semester Plan
- Visit the Matriculation Process webpage for more information.
- Register - All first-time college students will be assigned a Fall 2024 Freshman Advantage Early Registration Date. Freshman Advantage Early Registration continues for the following semester, Spring 2025. View your registration appointment in your MySite student portal.
Recommended Next Steps
- Apply for Financial Aid - Complete the free FAFSA or California Dream Act application online.
- Request Higher Placement from Pending AP Scores - If you plan to take the AP English and/or AP Calculus AB or BC exams, check MySite in April 2024 for instructions on how to request a temporary clearance for higher placement.
- Speak with a Counselor - Counseling Open Labs for Freshman Advantage students will be offered as of late April. Academic counselors will be available to help students plan out their first semester of classes and create an academic plan.