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The EOP application for Fall 2025 is now closed.

Spring 2026 Applications for New Transfer Students will open in August and be due September 15, 2025.

Application Procedures

1. Submit a º£½ÇÉçÇø application through Cal State Apply.
2. You will have the option of completing the EOP application while you are completing the º£½ÇÉçÇø application. (Must select "Yes" to Apply for EOP in the 3rd Supporting Information quadrant of the application)
3. Attach the application fee or complete a fee waiver form (this can be completed online).
4. Select at least one person to write a letter of recommendation for you. Only one letter is required for º£½ÇÉçÇø Channel Islands; however, two are encouraged. This is submitted electronically via the . It is strongly suggested that letters of recommendation be completed by the deadline of September 30, 2025.
5. Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application. You may apply online at the or the .
6. Submit the GPA Verification Form (for Cal Grant eligibility). For more information, see the .
7. Check your email on a regular basis; all communication will be made via email. Add eop@csuci.edu to your "Safe Senders" List or add it as a contact.

Acceptance to EOP will remain pending until our EOP Selection Committee reviews your completed EOP file, consisting of the following:

• EOP application
• At least one letter of recommendation
• Confirmation of completed FAFSA or California Dream Act Application and income verification form
• Confirmation of submitted GPA Verification Form

This is a self-guided process. We strongly suggest you periodically call the EOP Office at 805-437-8939 to check on the status of your file.

Helpful phone numbers to assist you as you apply to º£½ÇÉçÇøCI and EOP: