Undergraduate Programs

Extended Education Undergraduate Programs

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Before You Begin

1. You may need to refer to transcripts so be sure to have them handy. We will also need one official copy submitted to SSU Admissions.
2. You will need transcripts for every college attended in order to enter your transfer work.
3. Disable your pop-up window blocker, or set it to accept pop-ups from the Cal State Apply site.
4. You can start, stop, and save your application information throughout the process. You do not have to complete the entire application during one session.
5. Each page has a "Save" option. It will be greyed out if you are missing any information. Review each page carefully to make sure you have answered all questions.
6. The application fee for each application you submit is $70.
7. You may choose only one program per campus but you may apply to more than one CSU campus at the same time.
8. Make sure you are applying to the correct program. Once you have submitted your application, it is very difficult to change programs. Check the Dates and Deadlines section below for links to program-specific information.
9. Pay attention to deadlines! They are in Cal State Apply, and on our Dates and Deadlines section.
10. Apply for Financial Aid as early as possible, even before you submit your completed Cal State Apply application. It's free, and your request for aid will automatically be matched up to your application when it arrives. Apply for scholarships as soon as you have submitted your application.
11. Domestic students may be asked what year they plan to move to the U.S.; just enter your year of birth.
12. International applicants should submit applications as early as possible because additional time is needed to process international documents and prepare immigration paperwork. See "International Applicants" section below.
13. If you have questions please review the instructions provided on the Cal State Apply website. Click on the Application Help Center to see PDF instructions.
14. If you continue experiencing difficulties please contact the front office of SEIE at 707-664-2394 or extendeded@sonoma.edu. They will help refer you to your appropriate advising coordinator.

Transcripts

You must send one official, sealed copy of your transcript to SSU, following Admissions Office instructions. You do not need to request SSU transcripts, they are on file.

• Send transcripts from every college attended, even if you did not complete your coursework.
• We cannot accept transcripts dated more than two years prior to your application date.
• International Students: See special notes under Additional Forms in the International Applicant section below.

Admissions Criteria

Transfer Admission Requirements

Admission as a transfer student to Extended Education undergraduate (Bachelor's degree) programs is based on fulfilling standard CSU transfer requirements. Entrance requirements can be in progress or planned when you apply, but they must be completed by the end of the Fall or Spring semester preceding enrollment. (Summer and Winter Intersession not included.)

Students must be in good standing at the last institution attended. If you have been disqualified or are on probation, you may need to take extra steps for admission.

• 60 semester units of transferable college-level work with a C average.
• 30 of these units must be in general education according to the CSU pattern at a C average, and must include the following:
  • A1 (Written & Oral Analysis/Speech): grade of CR/C- or greater
  • A2 (English Composition): grade of CR/C- or greater
  • A3 (Critical Thinking): grade of CR/C- or greater
  • B4 (Math/Quantitative Reasoning): grade of CR/C- or greater
  • Lab (Liberal Studies at Napa and at Solano only); choose either a Physical or a Biological Science
• Any general education requirements not finished before entrance must be completed in order to graduate.
• The ASSIST website can help you choose qualifying classes at community colleges, but you should also work with a counselor.
• BS Business Administration at College of Marin applicants have additional pre-requisites. Please see the program's Application Criteria page for details.

Transfer Consultation

Prior to applying, prospective students are strongly encouraged to seek a transfer consultation from a program's dedicated advisor

• Prospective BS Business Administration Degree Completion Program and Prospective Liberal Studies at SSU (Saturday Hybrid Program) students may contact Nina Mendia at mendian@​sonoma.​edu, phone 707-664-2682, to set up an appointment for transfer consultation.

Before Applying

1. Attend an Information Session to get complete information about the program.
2. Check your program information to be sure you are on target. Links can be found in the Dates and Deadlines section below.
3. Gather information about your previous academic experiences (transcripts, test scores, etc.).

Managing Your Application

Here are a few things we want to highlight for a smoother experience.

• You can track your progress on your Cal State Apply dashboard, which will show what still needs to be completed before submission.
• If you need help, there are guides and live help available (see above).
• Even if your 60 units are still in progress, you must select "60 units or more" when asked about units completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to select the correct program.
• Choose Sonoma Extension to see the list of our programs from which to choose.
• Be sure to select the correct program; Cal State Apply may state the title differently. Program titles are available on our Dates and Deadlines section or contact the SEIE Admissions Specialist.
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• You may be asked for an "Alternate Program." You can just check the box to say you are not interested.

Questions?

Contact the relevant, Admissions Specialist on the Admissions website or call (707) 664-2778.

Dates and Deadlines

Fall 2024 Dates & Deadlines (all bachelor's programs)

Applications are due by May 31.

Late Applications