A student works on her college applications as deadlines draw closer.
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College applications are open for the fall 2025 term, and deadlines are looming.
California’s two public university systems — the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) — provide the state’s students with 32 campuses to choose from.
That’s on top of more than a hundred community colleges that can provide pathways to transfer to other campuses and associate degrees. Some also offer bachelor’s degrees.
Here are the basics of how and when to apply.
When are college applications due?
It depends on the college or university. The UC and CSU deadline for fall 2025 admissions to all undergraduate campuses is Dec. 2, 2024.
Community college admissions do not have a specific deadline, but it’s generally better to apply early. Private colleges and…
