Congratulations!Now Take Your Next Steps to Enroll

Transfer Welcome Packet Fall 2016

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ENROLLMENT CHECKLIST

Take the Right Steps to EnrollMake sure you’re taking the right steps to successfully enroll for the fall 2016 term at CSUDH. Use this simple checklist to help you stay on track. And successfully transfer to CSUDH.

STEP 1: ACTIVATE YOUR My.CSUDH.EDU ACCOUNT.

Use the login information from your acknowledgment letter.

STEP 2: CONFIRM YOUR INTENT TO ENROLL BY MAY 1.

To complete this step:

•LogintoMy.CSUDH.EDU.•OntheAdmissionstab,selecttheApplicationStatuslink.•SelecttheAcceptorDeclinelink.•ClicktheIACCEPTADMISSIONbutton.•ClicktheCONFIRMACCEPTANCEbuttononthe

confirmation page.

STEP 3: SIGN UP FOR AND ATTEND NSO.

Requiredforalltransferstudents,NewStudentOrientationisyouropportunity to register forclasses,getanswers toyourquestions,familiarizeyourselfwiththecampusandlearnaboutCSUDH academic programs as well as student services. You mustregisterforNSObyJuly 1.

NSOregistrationopensinMay.Onceregistrationopens,you’llbesentanemailwithinformationonhowtoreserveyourspotatNSOonline.

STEP 4: SUBMIT FINAL TRANSCRIPTS BY JULY 15.

Submityourofficial transcripts fromall institutionsattended,whether coursework was completed or not. Have your official ranscripts sent electronically or mail them to:

CSUDominguezHillsOfficeofAdmissions1000 E. Victoria StreetCarson,CA90747

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IMPORTANTCAMPUS CONTACTS

AllCSUDHofficephonenumbersbeginwith(310)243-XXXX.Thelastfourdigitsofthephonenumberforeachofficearelistedbelow:

OFFICE EXTENSION

Admissions 3645

Cashier’sOffice 2063

DisabledStudentServices 3660 or(310)243-2028TDD

FinancialAid 3691

GeneralInformation 3696

Housing 2228

OutreachandSchoolRelations 3422

RecordsandRegistration 3645

StudentFinancialServices 3780

UniversityAdvisementCenter(UAC)

3538

VeteranStudentPrograms(VSP)

3643

SPRING CAMPUS EVENTS

Be Our Guest and Explore Your New CampusStarting inspring2016,CSUDHhostsavarietyof funandinformativeeventsfortransferstudents.Sobesuretosavethesedates,andbepartoftheCSUDHcampusexperience.

Explore Dominguez Hills Preview Day•April16,8:00a.m.

You and your family are invited to join us on campus on April 16forthe2016ExploreDominguezHillsPreviewDay.This engaging event includes campus and university housing tours, information about scholarships and financial aid,an overview of our majors and academic programs, andintroductionstoCSUDHstaff,facultyandfutureclassmates.LearnmoreatCSUDH.EDU/ExploreDominguez.

Destination Dominguez Hills•January29•February26•March25

AllDestinationDominguezHillseventsrunfrom9a.m.-12:00p.m.

Duringthisspecialeventforadmittedtransfers,studentswilltakeacampustour,receiveinformationaboutthenextstepsto successful enrollment and enjoy an academic advising presentation.

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My.CSUDH.EDUCheck it. And Know What You Need to Enroll

Allyouneedtoknowaboutenrollingforfall2016canbefoundonlineatMy.CSUDH.EDU. Your onlineportaltoallthingsCSUDH,My.CSUDH.EDUistheeasiest,quickestandmostconvenientway to:

• Avoidatriptocampusandlines.

• Checkonyouradmissionapplicationandfinancialaidstatus.

• Seewhatdocumentsyoustillneedtosubmit.

• Verifywhichcreditshavetransferred.

• ConfirmyourIntenttoEnroll.

• Readimportantemailsfromtheuniversity.

Setting Up Your My.CSUDH.EDU Account

If you haven’t already, set up yourMy.CSUDH.EDU account now. It’s fast and easy. Go toMy.CSUDH.EDU,enteryourusernameandpassword (included inyouracknowledgment letter)and follow the instructions for setting up your account.

Need Help?

If you’re having trouble accessing My.CSUDH.EDU, contact the CSUDH Help Desk at (310)243-2500orrequestsupportatCSUDH.EDU/HelpDesk.

Complete Your Coursework and Submit Your Transcript

Tokeepyourspot for the fall2016 term,youwillneed tocomplete the requiredcourseswithgradesof“C”orbetterandmaintainyouroverallgradepointaverage(GPA).Toverifyyourgrades,haveofficial transcripts forallcollegecoursework,whethercourseworkwascompletedornot,submitted to theAdmissionsOfficebyJuly15.We’ll thenbeable toprepareacredit transferreview to see how your completed courses apply to yourCSUDHdegree, aswell as confirmyou’vemetadmissionrequirements. Important:Ifyoudon’tcompletetherequiredcourseswithgradesof“C”orbetterandmaintainyouroverallGPA,youradmissionmayberevokedevenifyoumeetallotherrequirementsandhavealreadyregisteredforclasses.

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NEW STUDENT ORIENTATIONMake Your Transfer Easier

Theuniversityexperienceisquitedifferentthanthecommunitycollegeexperience.NewStudentOrientation(NSO)fortransferstudentsisfocusedonhelpingyounavigatethosedifferencesandmakeasuccessfultransition to the university.

At NSO for Transfer Students, You’ll Have the Opportunity To:

• Meetwithadvisorsfromyourmajorand/oracademiccollege—requiredbeforeyoucanregister for classes.

•Gethands-onhelpwithonlineregistrationforyourfallclasses.•Receiveacademicassistancetohelpyouchoosetherightclassesforyourdegreeandinterests.• Learnusefulinformationaboutyourfinancialaidoptions,howtomanageyouraidandhowto

accept awards.•Explorethefullrangeofstudentservicesandresourcesavailabletoyou.• Takeaninteractivetourofourparklikecampus.•Getanswerstoyourquestionsprovidedbyourfriendlystudentservicesstaff.•GetyourStudentI.D.andToroplanner/handbook.

How to Get Ready for NSO

BeforeyoucanreserveyourspotforNewStudentOrientation(NSO),besuretocompletethefollowingsteps:

• ActivateyourMy.CSUDH.EDU account. Your login information was included in your acknowledgment letter.

• SubmityourIntenttoEnrollonMy.CSUDH.EDU byMay 1. • Submityourfinaltranscriptsassoonaspossibleinordertohaveyourtransfercredit processedbeforeNSO.

CSU Dominguez Hills generates over $335 million in economic activity annually, sustains nearly 3,000 jobs in the region and generates more than $20 million per year in state tax revenue.

Register for NSO

NSOregistrationopensinMay.Onceregistrationopens,you’llreceiveanemailwithinformationonhowtoreserveyourspotonline.BesuretocheckbothyourpersonalandToroemailforthisnotice,andregisterforNSObyJuly 1.

NSOsessionsarescheduledduringthesummer.Pickthedatethatworksbestforyou.Sincespacesaresavedonafirst-come,first-servedbasis,werecommendreservingyourorientationspotonlineearlytoget the date you want.

NSOrunsfrom8a.m.-5p.m.Lunchisincludedwiththeorientationfee.

Visit CSUDH.EDU/TransferNSO for 2016 orientation dates.

NSO Fee

An$87(nonrefundable)orientationchargewillbeplacedonyourMy.CSUDH.EDUstudentaccount5-7businessdaysbeforeyourregisteredorientationdate.NSOfeesmaybedeferredforstudentswhoqualify.

Questions About NSO?

Call (310)243-2113 or visit CSUDH.EDU/TransferNSO.

For the past three years, Washington Monthly has ranked CSUDH in the top 10 for contribution to public good based on social mobility, research and community service.

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FINANCIAL AIDFocus on Your Studies, Not Your Finances

CSUDHisasmartinvestmentinyourfuture.Oneofthebestvaluesinhighereducation,CSUDHmakesacademicexcellenceaffordablewithtuitionmorethan30%belowthenationalaverageforstateschools.Eachyear,weawardover$137million infinancialaid, including$84million ingrantsandscholarships.Whateveryouracademicandeconomicbackground,you’resuretofindafinancialaidoptionthat’srightforyou.We’reheretohelp.

Scholarships

CSUDHoffersawiderangeofscholarshipsfortransferstudentsfromallacademicandeconomicbackgrounds.TheseincludeCSUsystemwidescholarshipsaswellasscholarshipsavailablejustforCSUDHstudents,suchasourprestigiousPresidentialScholarshipthatcoversfulltuitionandmuchmore.LearnmoreatCSUDH.EDU/Scholarships.

Grants

Alsoavailable,grantsprovidefundstoeligiblestudentswhodemonstratefinancialneedasdeterminedbyfilingtheFAFSAorCaliforniaDREAMApplication.Grants,includingtheFederalPellGrant,donotneedtoberepaid.Full-timeawardsrangefrom$306to$5,775peracademicyear.

Work-Study

CSUDHprovidesavarietyofwork-studypositionsoncampusthatallowstudentstooffsettheireducationalcostswhilegainingvaluableworkexperience.

Loan Programs

Studentsalsohavetheoptionofapplyingforfederalandprivateeducationalloanprogramsthatrequirerepayment.Federalstudentloansallowstudentstoborrowatspecialfixed-interestrateswithflexiblerepaymentplans.

Applying for Financial Aid

Regardlessofyouracademicandeconomiccircumstances,weencourageyoutoapplyforfinancialaid.Here’show:

1. Submit your 2016-2017FreeApplication for FederalStudentAid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov orCaliforniaDREAMApplication at dream.csac.ca.gov beginning January1 throughMarch2, 2016. Be sure to enter our federal school code 001141 to have your results sent directly to CSUDH.

2. Make sure your FAFSA or California DREAMApplication is filed by theMarch 2 deadline, and that you’vesubmittedallrequireddocumentstotheFinancialAidOfficebyMay 12.

Questions?

TheFinancialAidOfficeisheretohelpyouunderstandyourfinancialaidoptions,answeryourquestionsandfindthe right financial aid package for you. Contact finaid@csudh.edu or call (310)243-3691togetstarted.Learnmoreat CSUDH.EDU/FinancialAid.

Estimated Costs of Attendance

Full-Time Undergraduate Commuter/Parent On-Campus Off-Campus

TuitionFees $6,278* $6,278* $6,278*

Books $1,764 $1,764 $1,764

Misc/Personal $1,392 $1,392 $1,392

Transportation $1,478 $856 $1,478

Meals/Housing $4,770 $12,790 $12,888

TOTAL $15,682 $23,080 $23,800* The CSU makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Fees listed in published schedules or student accounts may need to be increased when public funding is

inadequate. Therefore, CSU must reserve the right, even after fees are initially charged or initial fee payments are made, to increase or modify any listed fees. All listed fees, other than mandatory systemwide fees, are subject to change without notice, until the date when instruction for a particular semester or quarter has begun. All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, or the Presidents, as appropriate. Changes in mandatory systemwide fees will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Working Families Student Fee Transparency and Accountability Act (Sections 66028 - 66028.6 of the Education Code).

HOUSINGLive Close to Campus

Studentswholiveoncampusreportabettercollegeexperience,andit’seasytoseewhy.UniversityhousingatCSUDHputsyoujuststepsawayfromyourclasses,faculty,studentservicesandcampuslife.Convenient,safeandaffordable,universityhousingismorethanaplacetolive.It’saplacetothrive.

Cut Your Commute

Spend more time focusing on finishing your degree and less time commuting to campus. University housing is a convenient,affordableandcomfortablewaytoliveclosetoclasses—savingyoutimeandgasmoney.

Support Just Steps Away

You’llalsobepartofasupportiveresidentialcommunitythatenjoyssocialactivities,outings,barbecues,movienightsandavarietyofengagingeventstogether.24-hour,live-inResidentialLifeStaffareheretomakesureyoufeelathomeandarethrivinginclass,oncampus,aswellasinyourapartmentcommunity.UniversityHousingoffersattractiveandcomfortableone-,two-andthree-bedroomapartmentsaccommodatingbetweenfourandsix students each for year-round living.Apartments equippedwith special facilities to accommodatedisabledstudentsarealsoavailable.

Everything You Need

Universityhousingapartmentsarefullyfurnished,andincludefullkitchens,patiosorbalconies,freebasiccabletelevisionandwirelessInternetaccess.Aspartofyourhousingcommunity,you’llhaveaccesstolaundryfacilities,basketballandvolleyballcourts,loungeandstudyareas,recreationalfacilitiesandbarbecueareas.

OnlinehousingapplicationsopenonMarch15.SubmityourapplicationbyMay 16.

LearnmoreatCSUDH.EDU/Housing.

Studies show that students who live on campus tend to earn better grades, are more satisfied with their college experience and are more likely to graduate.

STUDENT RESOURCESA Full Range of Resources Here for You

AtCSUDH,you’ll findaclose-knit, supportivecampuscommunityofstudents, facultyandstaff.You’llalsofinda fullrangeofon-campusstudentresourcesdesignedtomaximizeyoursuccessinandbeyondtheclassroom.Weencourage youtotakefulladvantageoftheresourcesavailabletoyou,providedbydedicatedstaffwhoareheretohelpyoureachyour goals.

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Admissions & Records OfficeTheOfficeofAdmissions&Recordsprovidesinformation,resources and services to help guide students through the admission process, access student records, understandand meet admission requirements, request transcripts,prepare for graduation and register for classes.CSUDH.EDU/Admissions

Career CenterFind internship opportunities, conduct job searches, receivecareercounseling,attendhiringevents,buildyourrésumé, practice your interview skills and connect withemployers who actively hire CSUDH graduates. The Career Center at CSUDH is here to help you develop professionally and personally.CSUDH.EDU/CareerCenter

Disabled Student ServicesDisabled Student Services (DSS) is focused on makingsurestudentswithdisabilitieshavefullaccesstoCSUDH’seducational, cultural, social and physical facilities andprograms.Servicesincludeadmissionassistance,priorityregistration,on-campushousing,specialaccommodationsand resource referrals. CSUDH.EDU/DSS

Financial Aid OfficeThe Financial Aid Office is here to help you understandyour financial aidoptions, how toapply for financial aid,when you’ll receive your funds and what to do to stay on top of important financial aid policies and deadlines. The office regularly hosts financial aid workshops and offers a wealth of useful information online. CSUDH.EDU/FinancialAid

Student Financial ServicesStudent Financial Services is responsible for setting uppaymentplansforstudentfeesatthestartofeachterm,sendingremindernoticesforpaymentinstallments,aswellasacceptingandprocessingpaymentseitherbymail orthrough My.CSUDH.EDU. Students may also make cash or checkpaymentsinpersonattheCashier’sOfficelocatedonthesecondfloorofWelchHall,B-270.CSUDH.EDU/FinancialServices

Student Health & Psychological ServicesStaffed by healthcare professionals, the Student Health&PsychologicalServicesoffersno-costbasichealthcareincludingphysicals,screeningsandimmunizations,aswellas psychological counseling and resources to address personal issues and goals.CSUDH.EDU/SHPS

Toro Learning CenterThisfree,on-campusresourceoffersone-on-onetutoringfor students seeking extra help with classroom work and assignments, as well as strategies for long-termacademic success. CSUDH.EDU/TLC

University Advisement CenterThe University Advisement Center offers academic advising tohelpstudentschoosetheirdegreeprograms,selecttherightclassestofulfillrequirementsandstayontrackforon-time degree completion.CSUDH.EDU/UAC

University PoliceThe CSUDH Police Department is committed to providing a safe campuswhere students, faculty, staff and visitorscanfeelcomfortableandsecure.Onduty24/7,UniversityPoliceprovidearangeofservicesincluding911emergencyservice,aroundtheclockescorts,vehiclelockoutsandlostand found.CSUDH.EDU/DHPD

Veteran Student ProgramsTo support the success of military personnel and veterans onourcampus,CSUDHoffersthededicatedservicesandsupport of our Veteran Student Programs office (VSP).VSP assists veteran students as well as their dependents withnavigatingthecertificationandapplicationprocesses,applyingforeducationalbenefits,transitioningtouniversitylife, identifyingandcompleting the requiredcourses,andconnecting with peers as well as resources. CSUDH.EDU/VSP

In 2015, CSUDH received Governor Brown’s Award for Innovation in Higher Education for improving student success.

STUDENT LIFEDiscover Life Outside the Classroom

There’s so much more to CSUDH than outstanding academic programs. As part of a vibrant learning community, you’llenjoyendlessopportunitiestoengageinyourcampus,connectwithpeople,exploreyourinterestsandexpandyouruniversityexperience.DiscoverthemanywaystogetinvolvedandgetthemostfromCSUDH’sdynamicstudentlife.

Join the ClubCSUDHhasadiverserangeofstudent-runclubsandorganizationsthatbringstudentstogethertoexchangeideasandcreatelastingfriendships.Fromprofessionaltoacademic,culturaltorecreational,there’saclubororganizationforeveryoneandeveryinterest.Includingyours.Youcanevenformyourown.

Ourcampusisalsohometoinclusive,community-mindedsororitiesandfraternitiesthatwelcomestudentsfromallwalksoflife.Findyourcampusfamilyinaclose-knitcommunityofyourpeers.

Shape Your CampusCallingallfutureleaders.AssociatedStudentsInc.(ASI),ourstudent-rungovernment,givesourstudentsavoicewhileworkingtopromotestudent-centriccampuspolicies.JoinASI,andplayanactiveroleinshapingyourcampusexperience.

Alongwithstudent-rungovernment,CSUDHoffersarangeofleadershipdevelopmentprogramsthatbuildvaluableskills,experiences,connectionsandconfidencethattransfertotherealworld.

LearnmoreaboutourdynamiccampusatCSUDH.EDU/StudentLife.

TORO ATHLETICSToro Student-Athletes Taking Charge

Withover45combinedNational,Regional, andConference titlesandanoutstandingacademic record,Torostudent-athletesarechampionsintheclassroomaswellasonthecourt,trackandfield.Whetherinthegameorinthestands,weencourageyoutosupportouroutstandingstudent-athletesandshowyourToropride.LearnmoreatGoToros.com.

CSUDH Women’s Athletic TeamsBasketballSoccerSoftballTrack&Field(Indoor)Track&Field(Outdoor)Volleyball

CSUDH Men’s Athletic TeamsBaseballBasketballGolfSoccer

NCAA Division II provides its student-athletes with the most access to championship competition — roughly one championship opportunity for every seven student-athletes.

2016-2017 ACADEMIC CALENDARFall Semester 2016

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April 25-August 9 Fall registrationApril 25-June 5 Registration (fees due Monday, June 6)June 6-September 8 Registration (fees due 48 hours after registration)May 30 Memorial Day — campus closed, no classesJuly 4 Independence Day — campus closed, no classesAugust 15 Academic year semester beginsAugust 19 Last day for students on waitlist to be added to classes; all waitlists will be cancelled at midnightAugust 20 Classes beginAugust 20-September 8 Late registration, add/drop (fees due 48 hours after registration)September 2 Instructor drop deadlineSeptember 5 Labor Day holiday — campus closed, no classesSeptember 8 Credit/no credit and audit grading deadlineSeptember 8 Last day to drop from FT to PT status with refundSeptember 14 Fall convocationSeptember 19 Drop without record of enrollment deadlineNovember 10 Serious and compelling reason required to drop/withdrawOctober 3 Spring 2017 graduation application deadline October 17-January 20 Spring 2017 registrationOctober 21 Last day for pro-rata refund of nonresident tuition and tuition feesNovember 11 Veterans Day holiday — campus closed, no classesNovember 11-December 1 Serious accident/illness required to drop/withdrawNovember 24-27 Thanksgiving holiday — campus closed, no classesDecember 6 Last day of scheduled classesDecember 7 Study dayDecember 8-14 Final examinationsDecember 15 Spring 2017 graduation application deadline (with late fee)December 16 Final grades dueDecember 16 Semester endsDecember 26-January 2 Winter break and New Year’s Day — campus closed, no classes

Academiccalendardatesaresubjecttochange.VisitCSUDH.EDU/AcademicCalendar for updates.

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