Next Steps: After You Submit Your Applications

1. CHECK EMAILS: It is strongly recommended to check the email used for applications DAILY.

2. Create student PORTALS for the campuses that instruct you to do so.

3. Check portals and email often for Campus Notifications and Next Step Instructions.

4. Carefully follow the instructions and complete the To-Do List items posted by the college(s) you applied to.

5. Remember to submit SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATIONS by the deadline! Check your email/portals to see if your campuses ask you to submit Supplemental Applications. Deadlines vary. Common programs requiring supplemental applications:

• • San Jose State

  • CSU Long Beach

  • Sacramento State (select majors)

  • UC Berkeley

  • EOPS

  • Nursing Majors
    
    6. APPLY FOR DEGREE OR CERTIFICATION  Even if you're not planning on walking in the ceremony, apply for your Associates Degree if you qualify for a degree. If you are earning an ADT (Associates Degree for Transfer) make sure to apply by February 1st! If you are not earning an ADT you may need to apply for IGETC or CSU-GE certification.

7. Admitted? Congratulations! Come share the good news with us in the University Transfer/Career Center. Make sure to complete all steps by campus deadlines, which may include:

• • Statement of Intent to Register.

  • Submit Documents: Colleges may ask for transcripts & AP scores, tax documents, and more.

  • CSU Transcript Deadlines.

  • UC Transcript Deadlines.

  • Attend the Orientation at your University.

8. Waitlisted?

• • Cal Poly SLO Waitlist Information

  • UC Waitlist Information
    
    9. Didn't Get In?

• • Cal Poly SLO Appeal Information

  • Visit the Transfer/Career Center to find out your options.

  • Some Universities have rolling admissions so you might still be able to

    apply.

  • Learn how to Appeal Your Admissions Decision. There's a strict timeline for appeals so respond ASAP to have the best chance of success!

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