CSUF GPA requirements?

Hi there! So, I'm researching Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) and want to know more about their GPA requirements. Can someone let me know the minimum or average GPA they're looking for in applicants? Thanks a bunch!

Hi! Cal State Fullerton, like other Cal State schools, considers the GPA of applicants in the context of their high school coursework, especially the A-G courses (which are the 15 high school subject requirements for the CSU system). For Cal State Fullerton, their admission process is based on CSU-impacted majors, allowing for local admission preference.

There's no specific minimum GPA requirement, but a higher GPA generally increases your chances of admission. The average GPA for admitted students at CSUF is around a 3.7 (unweighted) on a 4.0 scale, but there is a range of GPAs for accepted students. It's important to note that the average GPA might differ depending on the specific program or major you're interested in.

Alongside your GPA, CSUF will consider other factors like your high school course rigor, completion of the required A-G courses, and your extracurricular involvement. In recent years, CSUF (like other Cal State campuses) has become test-blind, which means they do not consider standardized test scores in the admissions process. Therefore, they rely more heavily on GPA and other non-test factors in making admissions decisions.

To summarize, while aiming for a 3.7 or above will boost your chances of acceptance at CSUF, you can also improve your chances by taking challenging courses in high school and engaging in meaningful extracurricular activities. Good luck!