Planning for college begins your freshman year and preparation continues through all four years of high school. Here are some basic reminders of things you need to keep in mind as well as some important dates you shouldn’t forget! Please see the other important SAT and ACT Dates for additional test date information.
October 1 – November 30 (every year)
Application submission period for all California State University campuses
November 1 – November 30, (every year)
Application submission period for all University of California campuses
November 30, (every year) ~ 12:00 Midnight
Application Deadline for all UC and CSU campuses
March 2, 2016
FAFSA California Deadline for all UC and CSU campuses. Please note: other schools may have earlier deadlines.
September 2, 2016
FAFSA Additional Community College Awards Deadline
January 1 – January 31 (every year)
Application Deadline for most non-UC/CSU colleges. Look up the specific deadline for your school!
April 1 – April 31, 2014
Most colleges will send acceptance or rejection letters this month.