Dates are subject to change, please refer to the Admissions website for up-to-date information.
Failure to adhere to any posted deadlines or requirements may result in your application for admission being withdrawn or an offer of admission being rescinded.
Last Revision: 8/14/24
| Checklist Items | Deadlines |
|---|---|
| Create your SacLink account to check your My Sac State frequently for important updates regarding your enrollment. | As soon as you receive your application acknowledgment |
| Submit official high school transcripts including any college coursework completed in high school and official test scores (AP, IB, CLEP). | Deadline: September 20, 2024 |
| Submit SAT/ACT test scores to Cal State Apply. Use SAT code 3594 or ACT code 0382. | Not required |
| File your 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - Sac State School Code: 001150File your California Dream Act if you’re AB540 eligible. | 2024-2025 Application Filing Period: TBD (Apply as soon as possible) |
| Apply for on-campus housing. | Available: October 2024 |
| Submit your supplemental application if applying to an impacted major. Learn more by visiting the Impaction website. | Deadlines: October 15 for Psychology and Business |
| Submit additional documents to Financial Aid Office (if requested). Check your To Do list in your Student Center. | Deadline: As soon as possible |
| Submit your Intent to Enroll (ITE) Failure to complete the ITE by the deadline may result in your application being withdrawn from consideration. | Deadline: November 15, 2024 |
| Complete ALEKS PPL We encourage ALEKS PPL in order for you to be placed into a higher-level math course depending on your chosen major. | Deadline: TBD |
| Register for mandatory New Student Orientation | Available: November 1 | Deadline: November 27 |
| Upload your picture for your Sac State OneCard. This will be your Student ID Card. #NoFilter Students can also get their OneCard in the Bursar’s Office (Lassen 1001) More info about OneCard. | Deadline: At least two days prior to the scheduled Orientation date |
| Attend mandatory New Student Orientation. Orientation dates vary by major, visit the New Student Orientation website for more information. | Dates: January 3 - 10 |
| Submit updated official transcripts with all final high school grades with graduation date. | Deadline: January 11, 2025 |
| Request an accommodation related to a disability. Learn more at Disability Access Center (DAC). | Contact: 916-278-6955 |
| Submit proof of immunizations. Visit the Immunizations Page for more information. | Deadline: Prior to the first day of instruction |
| INSTRUCTION BEGINS! | Monday, January 20, 2025 |
Last Revision: 4/11/24
| Checklist Items | Deadlines |
|---|---|
| Apply during the priority period on Cal State Apply. | Application period: October 1 – May 1, 2024 |
| Submit SAT/ACT test scores to Cal State Apply. Use SAT code 3594 or ACT code 0382. | Not required |
| Create your SacLink account to check your My Sac State frequently for important updates regarding your enrollment. | As soon as you get your Application Acknowledgment |
| File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Sac State School Code: 001150 File your California Dream Act if you’re AB540 eligible. | Available: October 1, 2023. Priority Deadline: March 2 - April 2, 2024 |
| Apply for on-campus housing. | Available: March 2024 |
| Submit additional documents to Financial Aid Office (if requested). Check your To Do list in your Student Center. | Deadline: May 1, 2024 |
| Submit your Intent to Enroll (ITE). Failure to complete the ITE by the deadline may result in your application being withdrawn from consideration. | Deadline: June 1, 2024 |
| Complete ALEKS PPL. We encourage ALEKS PPL in order for you to be placed into a higher-level math course depending on your chosen major. | Available: March Deadline: June 6, 2024 |
| Complete Directed Self-Placement. Activities can be accessed by logging into Canvas. | Available: March Deadline: June 6, 2024 |
| Complete Hornet Launch Form. The form will be emailed to your Sac State (csus) email and personal email. | Deadline: June 9, 2024 |
| Register for mandatory First-Year Orientation. | Available: April 2, 2024 |
| Upload your picture for your Sac State OneCard. This will be your Student ID Card. #NoFilter Students can also get their OneCard in the Bursar’s Office (Lassen 1001) More info about OneCard. | Deadline: At least two days prior to the scheduled Orientation date |
| Attend mandatory New Student Orientation. | Available: July 8-30, 2024 |
| Submit official transcripts with all final high school grades with graduation date. | Deadline: July 15, 2024 |
| Submit official final college transcripts for any college courses you may have completed. | Deadline: July 15, 2024 |
| Submit proof of Immunizations. | Deadline: Prior to the first day of instruction |
| New Student and Family Convocation | August 22, 2024 |
| Hornet Nest Fest | August 23, 2024 |
| INSTRUCTION BEGINS! | August 26, 2024 |