First-Time Freshmen

What is the next available entry term?

Fall 2014 for all majors

New applications for Fall 2013 are no longer being accepted.

When can I apply for Fall 2014?

Fall 2014 - October 1, 2013 through November 30, 2013

How can I apply?

Apply online at www.csumentor.edu. There will also be a $55.00 application fee required as you submit the online application.

What items are required for your office to make an admission decision?

A completed online application, the $55.00 application fee, an SAT or ACT score (recommended for all – required for some).

What are the academic requirements for First-Time Freshmen?

• Qualifying CSU Eligibility Index score for your major
• “C” grade or better in each of the required college prep courses for your major listed in the table below
• Minimum 2.0 overall GPA (Grades earned in the 9th grade are not factored into the GPA calculation, but do count as fulfilling the college prep coursework requirements.)

Required Courses

What are the Required Courses from High School (A-G Categories)?

The CSU Eligibility Index – Grades & Test Scores

How is it Eligibility Index calculated?

Multiply the High School GPA by 800, and then add your critical reading and math scores from the SAT Reasoning Test. ACT students multiply GPA by 200, then add ten times your ACT composite score.

• Your GPA x 800 = _______ + Combination of SAT Math and SAT Reading scores = Your Index
• Your GPA x 200 = _______ + (ACT composite x 10) = Your Index

What is the minimum qualifying index score for California residents?

• Minimum Eligibility Index = 2900 SAT (694 with ACT) for all majors except the Marine Transportation major. Our one impacted major, Marine Transportation, uses a higher eligibility score based on the quantity and quality of the applicants
• Applicants with a 3.0 GPA or higher (applying into any major other than Mechanical Engineering or Marine Transportation) can be admitted without an SAT or ACT score although it is highly recommended to take either test.
• Marine Transportation applicants have the option to submit a resume including leadership and seamanship experiences.  If submitted, the resume may be considered in the evaluation process.

How are requirements different for residents outside California?

• Students in WICHE states (Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming)
  • The Minimum Eligibility Index for fall 2013 Marine Transportation applicants will be higher than our other majors and determined based on the quantity and academic quality of the applicants. 
  • Students applying to our majors in Marine Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Engineering will be admitted if they meet the following eligibility index (Click Here). 
  • Students applying to our majors in Business Administration-International Business and Logistics, Global Studies and Maritime Affairs, or Facilities Engineering Technology will be admitted if they meet the following eligibility index (Click Here).
  • SAT or ACT scores: All students should submit an SAT or ACT score by January 11, 2013 (the last test dates are in December). Marine Transportation and Mechanical Engineering applications will not be considered without a test score. 
  • All Mechanical Engineering applicants: Admission into this major requires at least a 550 Math SAT score or 23 Math ACT score as well as pass pre-calculus. 
  • Marine Transportation applicants have the option to submit a resume including leadership and seamanship experiences.  If submitted, the resume may be considered in the evaluation process. 
• All other non-California residents
  • You must have an eligibility index score of at least 3502 (SAT) or 842 (ACT) to receive an offer of admission. (Click Here). 
  • SAT or ACT scores: All students should submit an SAT or ACT score by January 11, 2013 (the last test dates are in December). Marine Transportation and Mechanical Engineering applications will not be considered without a test score. 
  • All Mechanical Engineering applicants: Admission into this major requires at least a 550 Math SAT score or 23 Math ACT score as well as pass pre-calculus.
  • Marine Transportation applicants have the option to submit a resume including leadership and seamanship experiences.  If submitted, the resume may be considered in the evaluation process.

SAT or ACT Scores

• What are the codes so I can have my test scores sent to Cal Maritime?

Cal Maritime’s SAT Code is 4035 or the general SAT code for the CSU System of 3594.Our ACT Code is 0184.

• What is the latest date I can take or re-take the SAT or ACT?

All tests must be taken no later than the December test date offered by the testing service. All scores should arrive at our office by January 11.

• All Mechanical Engineering applicants must submit an SAT or ACT score. Admission into this major requires at least a 550 Math SAT score or 23 Math ACT score.
• All Marine Transportation applications must be submit an SAT or ACT score. The minimum Eligibility Index for fall 2013 Marine Transportation applicants will be adjusted higher based on the quantity and academic quality of the applicants.