Information about California State University Fresno Admissions?

Hello, everyone! I'm wondering if anyone could give me a rundown on the admissions process for California State University Fresno. I couldn't find a lot of current information online. What types of profiles tend to get accepted? Like, is there a preferred balance between academics and extracurriculars?

Sure, I'd be happy to run you through the basics!

California State University, including its Fresno campus, mainly focuses on an applicant's academic profile and in-state residence status when making admissions decisions.

Fresno State, like the rest of the CSU system, primarily uses defined eligibility criteria, the Eligibility Index, which is a combination of your high school GPA and, in pre-pandemic years, test scores. However, for the 2024-2025 cycle, CSU Fresno is test-blind and does not consider SAT or ACT scores in their admission process at all.

An "A-G" course pattern requirement exists that demands students to have completed a series of particular high school classes to be even considered for admission. These include specific requirements in history, English, mathematics, science, language other than English, visual and performing arts, and college preparatory electives.

As for extracurriculars, while they are valued, they are not as central to the admissions process as they are at more selective universities. Remember that it's about quality rather than quantity: being truly dedicated to a lower number of extracurriculars is generally viewed more favorably than participating in many but without a high degree of commitment.

When it comes to the GPA of admitted students, while there isn't a strict cutoff, admitted students tend to have GPAs that are average or above average. However, note that GPA expectations can vary somewhat depending on the program or major you're applying to.

Finally, it's worth remembering that CSU Fresno gives priority to local and in-state students. Hope this helps, and best of luck with your application!