Admissions and Recruitment

Transfer Enrollment Checklist

Congratulations on applying to Fresno State! To help you get ready for your first day of classes, we’ve created the checklist below. Just select the semester you plan to enroll and click on the dropdown arrows for instructions on how to complete each step. Bookmark this page and come back to it often to make sure you are on track for enrollment. We look forward to welcoming you to Fresno State.

The Spring 2025 semester begins on January 16, 2025.

GET STARTED

To access the My Fresno State student portal and complete the rest of your enrollment steps, you must first create your Fresno State Gmail account:

1. Open the email sent to your personal email address (the one you used to apply) with the subject line: Thank you for applying to Fresno State

2. Locate your Student ID number at the top of the email.

3. Go to this page to set up your Fresno State Gmail account.

4. Enter your Student ID number and birth date, and click the Continue button.

5. Follow the instructions to create a username, security question, and password. Click the "Create Account" button.

If your account was created successfully, you will see a confirmation screen with your username, password, and email address. Tip: Write this information down somewhere safe in case you forget!

For questions, contact:

Technology Services Help Desk
University Student Union, Room 25D (bottom floor)
(559) 278-5000
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 7:00pm

Accessing the My Fresno State student portal will allow you to accept your admissions offer and complete steps required to begin your classes at Fresno State.

Make sure you can log into the My Fresno State portal here. Click on the blue "Sign In" button. On the next screen, enter the Username (don't include @mailfresnostate.edu) and password you used to create your Fresno State Gmail account. Once logged in, check out the "Student Self Service" tile--this is where you will go for the majority of the enrollment process.

Tip: Start checking your Fresno State Gmail account regularly for important information. Make sure you can log in here by clicking on "Mail." If you ever get logged out, just enter your Username and password again.

For questions, contact:

Technology Services Help Desk
University Student Union, Room 25D (bottom floor)
(559) 278-5000
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 7:00pm

You must submit your official transcripts--including Summer 2024 grades--in order to be admitted to Fresno State.

To check whether your official transcripts have been received:
1. Log into the My Fresno State portal and click "Student Self Service."
2. Click the green arrow next to "My Admissions and Program Applications."
3. Below, click the "Univ Application Status" link.
4. On the next page, locate the "Transcripts" box. Under the "Transcript Action" column, check if your transcript(s) is "Received," "Desired," or "Not Desired."
5. For any transcript listed as “Desired," request an electronic official transcript to be sent from any of the schools listed here.

For any college not listed, ask the school to mail your official transcript to this address:

5150 North Maple Avenue M/S JA57
Fresno, CA 93740-8026

For questions, contact:

Admissions Office
Joyal Administration Building, North Lobby
(559) 278-2261
Contact form
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

If you are a California resident, make sure Fresno State has this information on file so you can receive in-state tuition. The difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition is thousands of dollars.

To verify your residency status:
1. Log into the My Fresno State portal and click "Student Self Service."
2. Click the green arrow next to "My Admissions and Program Applications."
3. Under "Residency for Tuition Purposes," you should see "Resident of California." If you instead see the text “Undetermined,” proceed to the following steps.
4. Locate the "To Do List" box on the right-hand side. You should see the name of the form you need to submit (e.g., “Residency Questionnaire”).
5. Click on the name of the form. Follow the instructions to complete and submit it.

For questions, contact:

Admissions Office
Joyal Administration Building, North Lobby
(559) 278-2261
Contact form
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

ACCEPT YOUR ADMISSION & REGISTER FOR ORIENTATION

Fresno State must receive your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and Cal Grant award to determine your financial aid. To do this, you must add Fresno State to your FAFSA and Cal Grant applications.

1. Click here to log into your FAFSA account.
2. Select your submitted FAFSA form.
3. Select the “Add or Remove Schools” button.
4. Click "Search by federal school code" and add Fresno's Code: 001147
5. Submit the update.
6. California residents: Update your WebGrants 4 Students account to include Fresno State.
6a. Log into your WebGrants 4 Students account.
6b. Scroll down to the “Cal Grant” section and select the “School of Attendance” panel. Click “Submit Change.”
6c. Confirm “Fresno State” from the drop-down menu.
6d. Click “Submit Change” again to finalize.

The Office of Financial Aid will notify you by email once your FAFSA has been received. When they do, be sure to log into the My Fresno State portal to make sure there are no “To Do” items or “Holds” on your account related to financial aid, as these could prevent your aid from being awarded. After receiving your FAFSA, your financial aid award takes about 2-3 weeks to process. Financial Aid will begin to send out awards starting in mid-October.

For questions, contact:

Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Joyal Administration Building, North Lobby
559-278-2182
financialaid@mail.fresnostate.edu
@FSfinancialaid on Instagram
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm*
*Phones shut off at 4:30pm

Admissions offers will be sent by email starting in September from admissions@csufresno.edu. Beginning on October 1, you will be able to accept your admissions offer. You must accept your admission to enroll at Fresno State:

1. Log into the My Fresno State portal and click the "Accept Admissions Reg. Dog Days" tile.
2. Click the yellow "I Accept Admission" button.

You should automatically advance to the page "Welcome to Fresno State." Tip: Register for Dog Days Orientation as soon as you accept admission. The earlier you attend, the earlier you can register for classes.

For questions, contact:

Admissions Office
Joyal Administration Building, North Lobby
(559) 278-2261
Contact form
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Fresno State's orientation is called "Dog Days." Dog Days Orientation is a mandatory part of the enrollment process where you will meet with your Academic Counselor and register for classes. The sooner you attend Orientation, the more likely you'll be able to get into the classes you need.

1. Click the "Dog Days Orientation" button on the "Welcome to Fresno State" page. This should pop up automatically after accepting your admission.
Note: You can also access it through the My Fresno State portal. Click "Student Self Service," then "My Admissions and Program Applications," and then the "Dog Days Orientation" link.
2. Click the "Next" button to view available orientation dates.
3. Click "Select Workshop" in the second to last column for the date you want to attend.
4. Under "Workshop Details," select a meal option. If you'd like to bring guests, fill out their information under the "Guests" section. When finished, click the "Confirm Workshop" button.
5. Select "Register" at the bottom of the page.
6. Confirm your registration by clicking "Yes" in the pop-up box. This will bring you to a screen confirming your orientation reservation.

Tip: Pay for orientation now--by clicking on the "Pay Student Fee" button--so you don't risk losing your orientation spot.

For questions, contact:

Dog Days Orientation Office
Joyal Administration Building, Room 131
(559) 278-4885
dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Your Dog Days registration will not be complete until you pay for Dog Days Orientation. Your admission to Fresno State may be canceled if you fail to pay (or defer payment) before the deadline.

1. Click the "Pay Student Fee" button at the bottom of the page confirming your Orientation reservation. This will redirect you to the CASH Net payment portal.
Note: You can also access CASH Net through the My Fresno State portal by clicking "Student Self Service," then "My Finances," and then the "View eBills/Make a Payment" button.
2. In CASH Net, click "Make a Payment" in the left-hand side menu.
3. If you added any guests to your Orientation reservation, click on "Dog Days Guest Fee" under "Available items." Then click on the "View details" link in the "PMT-Dog Days Guest Fee" box. Select the number of guests on the right and click the "Add to payment" button. Finally, select the "Pay now" button on the pop-up that appears.
4. Select the checkbox next to "Pay Any Student Charges Due." Scroll to the bottom of the page and select the "Checkout" button.
5. Select your payment method. (If preferred, you can pay by cash or check at the Cashier’s Office–located in the South Lobby of the Joyal Administration Building. Or, you can mail a check to the address listed at the bottom of this page; make sure to put your Student ID # on the check).
6. Enter your payment information and click the "Continue" button. You should see a message confirming successful payment.

Tip: If you need more time to pay for Orientation, you can defer payment–either in the My Fresno State portal on the Orientation reservation confirmation screen if the Fee Deferment option appears for you, or by filling out the Fee Deferment Request form.

For questions, contact:

Dog Days Orientation Office
Joyal Administration Building, Room 131
(559) 278-4885
dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

GET READY FOR ORIENTATION & REGISTER FOR CLASSES

There are two main things you should do to prepare for Dog Days Orientation. This will help you make the most of an exciting (and information-packed) day!

1. Complete your Online Pre-Orientation. This provides important information about campus resources, as well as advising and class registration. Pre-orientation takes about one hour to complete, and you don't need to do it all at once. To get started, go to this page, click on "New Student Account", and create an account using your Fresno State email address and Fresno State ID number (you can find this at the top of your Orientation confirmation email, sent from DogDays@mail.fresnostate.edu).

2. Get ready to register for classes. At the end of Orientation, you will register for classes with help from your Academic Counselor. To help you get into the classes you want, prepare to register by attending a pre-Dog Days Virtual Workshop. These will take place on November 22 and December 5; find more information here.

For questions, contact:

Dog Days Orientation Office
Joyal Administration Building, Room 131
(559) 278-4885
dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Dog Days Orientation is a critical step for enrolling at Fresno State, as it is where you will register for classes with support from your Academic Counselor. If you can no longer attend the Orientation date you registered for, contact the Orientation Office as soon as possible to reschedule. The later you attend Orientation, the harder it might be to get into the classes you need for your degree.

A few things to know for Orientation:
1. What to bring. A pen and paper for taking notes. If you have any questions related to immunization records, transcripts, financial aid, etc., bring any related materials with you so you can get these questions answered. Having your Orientation Confirmation email handy might be helpful too.
2. Getting there. If you'll be parking on campus for Orientation, you will need to download the PayByPhone mobile app to obtain a parking permit. On the day of Orientation, register for an account, search for location code 42020, and enter your vehicle license plate and other information as prompted. Parking is free–you will be asked for your credit card but it will not be charged.
3. Where to go. Parking will be in Lot 1, located near the Shaw and Maple entrance to campus. Park in the green lot spaces only; parking in the metered spaces is not permitted. Check-in for Orientation will be at the student union.
4. Be in attendance for the full Orientation. You must arrive promptly and stay until the end of Orientation to be able to register for classes.

If you need any accommodations for Orientation, please contact the Orientation Office.

For questions, contact:

Dog Days Orientation Office
Joyal Administration Building, Room 131
(559) 278-4885
dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

FINISH UP

You will need your Student ID card to access buildings on campus, including for your classes. Plus, your ID can get you great perks like discounted entertainment tickets at the USU Information Center and free rides on FAX (Fresno Area Express) Buses. It can take a few weeks to mail, so make sure to request your ID immediately after you attend Orientation:

1. Make sure your mailing address is correct. Log into the My Fresno State portal, click "Student Self Service," then "My Personal Information." If the information is incorrect, click "Mailing Address," then "Add a new address," enter your information, and select "Mail" for the "Address Type." Once done, hit the "Save" button.
2. Have someone take a photo of you for your ID (no selfies) following US Passport guidelines.
3. When you receive the Fresno State ID Card Photo Submission Link email (this will be sent to your Fresno State Gmail from idcard@mail.fresnostate.edu after you attend Orientation), click the "Submit Your Photo" button.
4. Upload a JPG or PNG of your photo. Don't forget to also upload a photo of your government issued identification.

After your photo is submitted and approved, your ID will be mailed to your address on file. If the ID is denied for any reason, you will receive an email with the denial reason asking you to resubmit.

For questions, contact:

Cashier's Office
Joyal Administration Building, South Lobby
(559) 278-2641
idcard@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Your bill will be issued in January after you register for classes at Orientation. You must pay your student bill or enroll in a payment plan within 24 hours after receipt, or your classes may be dropped.

To pay your bill:
1. Log into the My Fresno State portal, click "Student Self Service," then "My Finances," then "View eBills/Make a Payment."
2. Click "Make a Payment" in the left-hand side menu.
3. Select the “Student Account Charges” box and then "Pay Any Student Charges Due." Scroll to the bottom of the page and select the "Checkout" button.
4. Select your payment method. (If preferred, you can pay by cash or check at the Cashier’s Office–located in the South Lobby of the Joyal Administration Building. Or, you can mail a check to the address listed at the bottom of this page; make sure to put your Student ID # on the check).
5. Enter your payment information and click the "Continue" button. You should see a message and receive an email confirming successful payment.

To enroll in a payment plan:
1. Log into the My Fresno State portal, click "Student Self Service," then "My Finances."
2. Click on the empty drop-down menu beneath "Financial Aid," select "Enroll in Payment Plan," and hit the blue arrows button.
3. Select the Spring Payment Plan and hit the "Next" button.
4. Review the information on the page, including the $33 administrative fee. Click the "Next" button when ready.
5. Select the checkbox next to "Yes, I have read the agreement" and hit the "Enroll" button. You should see a message confirming your successful enrollment in a payment plan.

For questions, contact:

Student Accounts
Joyal Administration Building, South Lobby
(559) 278-2876
Student_Financial_Services@listserv.csufresno.edu
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Once you receive your financial aid award from Fresno State, you must then accept the award. If you do not accept your award, you will not receive financial aid.

1. Log into the My Fresno State portal and click "Student Self Service."
2. Click the green arrow next to "My Finances."
3. Below, click the "Accept/Decline Award" link.
4. Click the checkbox under “Accept.”
5. Select the amount of the loan you’d like to borrow (you do not have to borrow the entire loan if you do not want to).
6. Click "Submit" to accept your award.

If you previously received confirmation by email that Fresno State received your FAFSA, but still haven’t received your award information, check your portal to make sure there are no “To Do” items or “Holds” to resolve. If you’re still having trouble, contact the Office of Financial Aid.

For questions, contact:

All incoming students at Fresno State need to submit proof of immunizations and a TB Screening Questionnaire. Begin as early as possible to give yourself enough time to complete this process. Failure to do so will block you from registering for Fall 2025 classes.

1. Go to the MyBulldogHealth portal. Log in using your My Fresno State username and password.
2. On the left side of the portal, click "Medical Clearances."
3. Submit documentation for each required immunization shown (you can read more about the requirements here). For each immunization, if there are multiple options shown–such as “Vaccine History," “Test Results," or “Previous Illness/Infection”–you only need to submit documentation for one of these options. For example, if you don’t have your “Vaccine History," you can get a blood test called the titer through the Student Health and Counseling Center or another healthcare provider. If this test shows that you are immune, upload this documentation under “Test Results” for the relevant immunization. For more information, watch this video.
4. Complete any remaining items required for clearance, such as the Informed Consent forms. Don’t forget to complete the TB Screen Questionnaire.

Please allow up to 10 business days for submitted documentation to be reviewed. Once all documentation has been approved, your clearance status (see the orange text next to “Medical Clearances” on the left side of the Health portal) should change from “Not Satisfied” to “Satisfied.”

Note: If you'd like to apply for an exemption to a vaccination for medical or religious reasons, click on "Request an Exemption" at the bottom of the “Medical Clearances” page.

For questions, contact:

Student Health and Counseling Center
(559) 278-2734
More contact information
Monday - Friday: 8am - 4:45pm*
*Wednesday hours begin at 9am

The Fall 2025 application period is from October 1, 2024 to January 10, 2025.

GET STARTED

To access the My Fresno State student portal and complete the rest of your enrollment steps, you must first create your Fresno State Gmail account:

1. Open the email sent to your personal email address (the one you used to apply) with the subject line: Thank you for applying to Fresno State
2. Locate your Student ID number at the top of the email.
3. Go to this page to set up your Fresno State Gmail account.
4. Enter your Student ID number and birth date, and click the Continue button.
5. Follow the instructions to create a username, security question, and password. Click the "Create Account" button.

If your account was created successfully, you will see a confirmation screen with your username, password, and email address. Tip: Write this information down somewhere safe in case you forget!

For questions, contact:

Technology Services Help Desk
University Student Union, Room 25D (bottom floor)
(559) 278-5000
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 7:00pm

Accessing the My Fresno State student portal will allow you to accept your admissions offer and complete steps required to begin your classes at Fresno State.

Tip: Start checking your Fresno State Gmail account regularly for important information. Make sure you can log in here by clicking on "Mail." If you ever get logged out, just enter your Username and password again.

For questions, contact:

Technology Services Help Desk
University Student Union, Room 25D (bottom floor)
(559) 278-5000
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 7:00pm

You must submit the transcripts you have to date, including previous college coursework, and any in-progress coursework from Fall 2024–to be admitted to Fresno State.

To check what transcripts are still needed and how to submit them:
1. Log into the My Fresno State portal and click "Student Self Service."
2. Click the green arrow next to "My Admissions and Program Applications."
3. Below, click the "Univ Application Status" link.
4. On the next page, locate the "Transcripts" box. Under the "Transcript Action" column, check if your transcript(s) is "Received," "Desired," or "Not Desired."
5. For any transcript listed as “Desired," request an electronic official transcript to be sent from any of the schools listed here. For any college not listed, ask the school to mail your official transcript to this address:

Admissions Office
California State University, Fresno
5150 North Maple Avenue M/S JA57
Fresno, CA 93740-8026

Note: If you’re currently enrolled and have in-progress coursework, we will also need your final official transcripts–such as for Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Summer 2025 grades–when available. This will be required later, in step #11, to maintain your acceptance and register for classes.

For questions, contact:

Admissions Office
Joyal Administration Building, North Lobby
(559) 278-2261

Contact Form

Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

For questions contact:

Admissions Office
Joyal Administration Building, North Lobby
(559) 278-2261

Contact Form

Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

To receive federal financial aid or an aid award from Fresno State University, you must complete your FAFSA and send it to Fresno State.

To file your FAFSA:
1. Log in to fafsa.gov to file the FAFSA with your FSA ID.
2. Open the 2025-2026 FAFSA form (this form opens on December 1st, 2024).
3. Follow the prompts to complete the FAFSA, including dependency status.
3a. If you are 23 or younger, your parents will likely need to log in using their FSA ID and complete their form portion.
3b. If you are married, you must have your spouse log in using their FSA ID and complete their portion of the form.
4. Provide consent for the IRS to transfer tax information to the FAFSA. Note: Your tax information will not impact your citizenship status or be used for anything other than the FAFSA.
5. Select “Add School” and add Fresno State University’s school code: 001147
6. Sign and submit the FAFSA. Your FAFSA will only be completed when all parties (including your spouse or parents, if relevant) complete their portion.
7. After submitting, you will receive a confirmation page and email with your estimated Student Aid Index and Pell Grant eligibility.

Note: If you've already filed the FAFSA and did not include Fresno State's School Code, log back in, select your form, click "Add or Remove School," and add Fresno State's school code: 001147.

The Office of Financial Aid will notify you by email once your FAFSA has been received. When they do, log into the My Fresno State portal to ensure there are no “To Do” items or “Holds” on your account related to financial aid, as these could prevent your aid from being awarded. After receiving your FAFSA, your financial aid award takes about 2-3 weeks to process. Financial Aid will begin to send out awards starting in late March.

For questions contact:

If you're a California Resident, Fresno State must receive your Cal Grant award to determine your financial aid. To do this, you must add Fresno State to your Cal Grant application.

To update your WebGrants 4 Students account to include Fresno State:
1. Log into your WebGrants 4 Students account.
2. Scroll down to the “Cal Grant” section and select the “School of Attendance” panel. Click “Submit Change.”
3. Confirm “Fresno State” from the drop-down menu.
4. Click “Submit Change” again to finalize.

For questions contact:

ACCEPT YOUR ADMISSION & REGISTER FOR ORIENTATION

Admissions offers will be sent by email starting in December from admissions@csufresno.edu. Beginning on March 15, you will be able to accept your admissions offer. You must accept your admissions offer to enroll at Fresno State:

1. Log into the My Fresno State portal and click the "Accept Admissions Reg. Dog Days" tile.
2. Click the yellow "I Accept Admission" button.

You should automatically advance to the page "Welcome to Fresno State." Tip: Register for Dog Days Orientation as soon as you accept admission. The earlier you attend, the earlier you can register for classes.

For questions contact:

Admissions Office
Joyal Administration Building, North Lobby
(559) 278-2261

Contact Form

Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Fresno State's orientation is called "Dog Days." Dog Days Orientation is a mandatory part of the enrollment process where you will meet with your Academic Counselor and register for classes. The sooner you attend orientation, the more likely you'll be able to get into the classes you need.

1. Click the "Dog Days Orientation" button on the "Welcome to Fresno State" page. This should pop up automatically after accepting your admission.
2. Click the "Next" button to view available orientation dates.
3. Click "Select Workshop" in the second to last column for the date you want to attend.
4. Under "Workshop Details," select a meal option. If you'd like to bring guests, fill out their information under the "Guests" section. When finished, click the "Confirm Workshop" button.
5. Select "Register" at the bottom of the page.
6. Confirm your registration by clicking "Yes" in the pop-up box. This will bring you to a screen confirming your orientation reservation.

Note: You can also register for orientation through the My Fresno State portal by clicking "Student Self Service," then "My Admissions and Program Applications," and then the "Dog Days Orientation" link.
Tip: Pay for orientation now--by clicking on the "Pay Student Fee" button--so you don't risk losing your orientation spot.

For questions contact:

Dog Days Orientation Office
Joyal Administration Building, Room 131
(559) 278-4885
dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Your Dog Days registration will not be complete until you pay for Dog Days Orientation. Your admission to Fresno State may be canceled if you fail to pay (or defer payment) before the deadline.

1. Click the "Pay Student Fee" button at the bottom of the page confirming your Orientation reservation. This will redirect you to the CASH Net payment portal.
Note: You can also access CASH Net through the My Fresno State portal by clicking "Student Self Service," then "My Finances," and then the "View eBills/Make a Payment" button.
2. In CASH Net, click "Make a Payment" in the left-hand side menu.
3. If you added any guests to your orientation reservation, click on "Dog Days Guest Fee" under "Available items." Then click on the "View details" link in the "PMT-Dog Days Guest Fee" box. Select the number of guests on the right and click the "Add to payment" button. Finally, select the "Pay now" button on the pop-up that appears.
4. Select the checkbox next to "Pay Any Student Charges Due." Scroll to the bottom of the page and select the "Checkout" button.
5. Select your payment method. (If preferred, you can pay by cash or check at the Cashier’s Office in the South Lobby of the Joyal Administration Building. Or, you can mail a check to the address listed at the bottom of this page; make sure to put your Student ID # on the check).
6. Enter your payment information and click the "Continue" button. You should see a message confirming successful payment.

Tip: If you need more time to pay for your Dog Days student fee of $70, there is an option to defer the payment until a later date. This option will automatically appear when reserving your Dog Days orientation for any student who is eligible based on Financial Aid information received by the university. If the option doesn't appear for you or you declined the deferment option, please contact Dog Days at dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu.

For questions contact:

Dog Days Orientation Office
Joyal Administration Building, Room 131
(559) 278-4885
dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

GET READY FOR ORIENTATION & REGISTER FOR CLASSES

There are two main things you should do to prepare for Dog Days Orientation. This will help you make the most of an exciting (and information-packed) day!

2. Get ready to register for classes. At the end of orientation, you will register for classes with help from your Academic Counselor. To help you get into the classes you want, prepare to register by attending a pre-Dog Days Virtual Workshop--find more information here.

For questions contact:

Dog Days Orientation Office
Joyal Administration Building, Room 131
(559) 278-4885
dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

If you were enrolled at a college/university this past year, Fresno State must receive your final official transcripts for each semester you completed, including Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 grades, if applicable. You must submit these grades before you can register for classes.

To check that your official transcripts have been received:
1. Log into the My Fresno State portal and click "Student Self-Service."
2. Click the green arrow next to "My Admissions and Program Applications."
3. Below, click the "Univ Application Status" link.
4. On the next page, locate the "Transcripts" box. Under the "Transcript Action" column, check if your transcript(s) is "Received," "Desired," or "Not Desired.”
5. For any transcript listed as “Desired," request an official electronic transcript from any schools listed here. For any college not listed, ask the school to mail your official transcript to this address:

Admissions Office
California State University, Fresno
5150 North Maple Avenue M/S JA57
Fresno, CA 93740-8026

For questions contact:

Admissions Office
Joyal Administration Building, North Lobby
(559) 278-2261
Contact form

Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Dog Days Orientation is a critical step for enrolling at Fresno State, as it is where you will register for classes with support from your Academic Counselor. If you can no longer attend the Orientation date you registered for, contact the Orientation Office as soon as possible to reschedule. The later you attend orientation, the harder it might be to get into the classes you need for your degree.

A few things to know for Orientation:
1. What to bring. A pen and paper for taking notes. If you have any questions related to immunization records, transcripts, financial aid, etc., bring any related materials with you. Having your Orientation Confirmation email handy might be helpful too.
2. Getting there. If you'll be parking on campus for orientation, you will need to download the PayByPhone mobile app to obtain a parking permit. On the day of orientation, register for an account, search for location code 42020, and enter your vehicle license plate and other information as prompted. Parking is free–you will be asked for your credit card but it will not be charged.
3. Where to go. Parking will be in Lot 1, located near the Shaw and Maple entrance to campus. Park in the green lot spaces only; parking in the metered spaces is not permitted. Check-in for orientation will be at the student union.
4. Be in attendance for the full orientation. You must arrive promptly and stay until the end of orientation to be able to register for classes.

If you need any accommodations for orientation, please contact the Orientation Office. Note: Fresno State must receive your final transcripts, including from any Spring 2025 classes (if applicable), before you can register for classes. You can register for classes after the deadline, though we recommend registering as soon as possible as classes tend to fill up quickly.

For questions contact:

Dog Days Orientation Office
Joyal Administration Building, Room 131
(559) 278-4885
dogdays@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

FINISH UP

You will need your Student ID card to access buildings on campus, including for your classes. Plus, your ID can get you great perks like discounted entertainment tickets at the USU Information Center and free rides on FAX (Fresno Area Express) Buses. It can take a few weeks to mail, so make sure to request your ID immediately after you attend orientation:

1. Make sure your mailing address is correct. Log into the My Fresno State portal, click "Student Self Service," then "My Personal Information." If the information is incorrect, click "Mailing Address," then "Add a new address," enter your information, and select "Mail" for the "Address Type." Once done, hit the "Save" button.
2. Have someone take a photo of you for your ID (no selfies) following US Passport guidelines.
3. When you receive the Fresno State ID Card Photo Submission Link email (this will be sent to your Fresno State Gmail from idcard@mail.fresnostate.edu after you attend orientation), click the "Submit Your Photo" button.
4. Upload a JPG or PNG of your photo. Don't forget to also upload a photo of your government issued identification.

For questions contact:

Cashier's Office
Joyal Administration Building, South Lobby
(559) 278-2641
idcard@mail.fresnostate.edu
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Once you receive your financial aid award from Fresno State, you must then accept the award. If you do not accept your award, you will not receive financial aid.

For questions contact:

Your bill will be issued after you register for classes. You must pay your student account balance or enroll in a payment plan within 24 hours after receipt, or your classes may be dropped.

To pay your bill:
1. Log into the My Fresno State portal, click "Student Self Service," then "My Finances," then "View eBills/Make a Payment."
2. In the Transact ePayment Site, Click "Make a Payment" in the left-hand side menu.
3. Select the “Student Account Charges” box and then "Pay Any Student Charges Due." Scroll to the bottom of the page and select the "Checkout" button.
4. Select your payment method. (If preferred, you can pay by cash or check at the Cashier’s Office–located in the South Lobby of the Joyal Administration Building. Or, you can mail a check to the address listed at the bottom of this page; make sure to put your Student ID # on the check).
5. Enter your payment information and click the "Continue" button. You should see a message and receive an email confirming successful payment.
Note: See “Payment Information” on the Payment Options - Student Accounts page for additional support.

For questions contact:

Student Accounts
Joyal Administration Building, South Lobby
(559) 278-2876
Student_Financial_Services@listserv.csufresno.edu
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

All incoming students at Fresno State must submit proof of immunizations and a TB Screening Questionnaire. Begin as early as possible to give yourself enough time to complete this process. Failure to do so will block you from registering for Spring 2026 classes.

1. Go to the MyBulldogHealth portal. Log in using your My Fresno State username and password.
2. On the left side of the portal, click "Medical Clearances."
3. Submit documentation for each required immunization shown (you can read more about the requirements here). For each immunization, if there are multiple options shown–such as “Vaccine History," “Immunization Record Upload," or “Previous Illness/Infection”–you only need to submit documentation for one of these options. For example, if you don’t have your “Vaccine History," you can get a blood test called the titer through the Student Health and Counseling Center or another healthcare provider. If this test shows that you are immune, upload this documentation under “Immunization Record Upload” for the relevant immunization. For more information, watch this video.
4. Complete any remaining items required for clearance, such as the Informed Consent forms. Don’t forget to complete the TB Screen Questionnaire.

Note: If you'd like to apply for an exemption to a vaccination for medical or religious reasons, click on "Request an Exemption" at the bottom of the “Medical Clearances” page.

For questions contact:

Student Health and Counseling Center
(559) 278-2734
More contact information

Monday - Friday: 8am - 4:45pm*
*Wednesday hours begin at 9am

1. Create your Fresno State Gmail Account (Due Sept 9, 2024)

2. Log into My Fresno State Portal (Due Sept 9, 2024)

3. Submit Official Transcripts (Due Sept 16, 2024)

4. Verify Residency (Due Sept 16, 2024)

5. Send your FAFSA and Cal Grant to Fresno State (Due Oct 11, 2024)

6. Accept your Admission (Due Nov 15, 2024)

7. Register for Orientation (Due Nov 15, 2024)

8. Pay for Orientation (Due Nov 15, 2024)

9. Prepare for Orientation (Due Dec 9, 2024)

10. Attend Orientation and Register for Classes (Due Dec 20, 2024)

11. Get your Student ID (Due January 6, 2025)

12. Pay your Student Bill (Due 1 day after receipt)

13. Accept your Finanical Aid Award (Due April 14, 2025)

14. Submit Immunization Records (Due April 21, 2025)

1. Create your Fresno State Gmail Account (Due January 10, 2025)

2. Log into My Fresno State Portal (Due January 10, 2025)

3. Submit Current Transcripts (Due Janaury 15, 2025)

4. Verify Residency (Due January 15, 2025)

5. File your FAFSA and Send to Fresno State (Due March 2, 2025)

6. Send your Cal Grant to Fresno State (Due March 2, 2025)

7. Accept Your Admission (Due June 1, 2025)

8. Register for Orientation (Dog Days) (Due June 1, 2025)

9. Pay for Orientation (Due June 1, 2025)

10. Prepare for Orientation (Due June 6, 2025)

11. Submit Final Official Transcripts (Due June 16, 2025)

12. Attend Orientation and Register for Classes (Due June 17, 2025) (Virtual option July 15)

13. Get Your Student ID (Due July 31, 2025)

14. Accept your Financial Aid Award (Due July 31, 2025)

15. Pay Your Student Bill (Due 1 day after receipt)

16. Submit Immunization Records (Due November 17, 2025)