It’s your first year. Ready to get serious?

Then joining Freshman Programs is a must.

Right away, you’re connected with a small, close-knit

learning community that provides a built-in support

network to help you get the best start at Cal State Fullerton,

both academically and personally.

Freshman-friendly faculty, advisers, professional staff

and peer mentors help you get on track, learn how to be

successful, and make the most of all that the university

offers. You’ll also see familiar faces, make new friends,

and enjoy new experiences as you take classes with

other Freshman Programs students.

You choose one of four learning communities. Each has

a distinct focus, so you can select the one that best fits

your needs and interests.

n FULLERTON FIRST YEAR develops leadership skills, and encourages campus

and community involvement.

n COMPASS helps students explore personal goals, identify academic

strengths, and choose the right major and career path.

n FULLERTON FUTURE TEACHERS guides students interested in teaching careers

by providing specialized advising and field experiences

in K-12 classrooms.

n COMPASS FOR FUTURE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS introduces students to the range of career options

in the health field and provides academic counseling

regarding requirements for undergraduate majors

and professional schools.

Join a Freshman Programs learning community today.Regardless of the learning community you choose, Freshman

Programs makes a serious difference. More than 90 percent of

Freshman Programs students successfully continue into their

sophomore year. In fact, students who participate in Freshman

Programs tend to maintain good academic status and graduate

at significantly higher rates than other students.

Who is eligible to join Freshman Programs? All first-time freshman students are eligible, but you must apply.

Space is limited, and students who apply by May 1 will receive

first consideration.

How do I apply and select my learning community?Visit our Freshman Programs website to learn more and apply online

at fullerton.edu/freshmanprograms, or call 657-278-3709.

What are the advantages of participating in Freshman Programs?Our University 100 first-year seminar provides a great foundation that

will make a positive impact on your entire college experience. You’ll

learn how to use valuable resources such as the University Library and

Career Center. You’ll also learn about the range of academic and student

support services, clubs and organizations available to help you meet

your goals. And, Freshman Programs will show you how to enhance

your college experience through service learning, international study,

undergraduate research and other opportunities.

Peer mentors will share their experiences and tips for success and

personal advising helps you choose the best programs to meet your

goals and interests. What’s more, our Freshman Programs Student

Association offers leadership experiences and involvement.

You’ll feel right at home in our own Freshman Programs Lava Lounge

and the Pine Hall Resource Center, which are just for you. You can

meet new friends and just hang out, form a study group or meet

with an adviser. If you’re living on campus, you can participate in

First-Year Connection, a living-learning experience in Pine Hall

with other Freshman Programs students.

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