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New Student & Family Programs at CSUSM assists all new students in the transition to our campus community upon admission through students' first year. Welcome!

Orientation & New Student Programs, now housed in the Dean of Students Office works with all incoming students and families to provide the knowledge and skills needed for students to successfully transition in and through their first year at CSUSM. Students! "Like" our page for orientation updates for incoming students and to learn more about programs we offer throughout the first year to support you in your transition into the Cougar community! Sincerely,
Orientation & New Student Programs
Location: University Student Union 3500
Phone: (760) 750-4930
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.csusm.edu/dos/onsp/index.html

10/26/2026

🎓 Spring enrollment is right around the corner! Families are invited to learn how they can support their students as they prepare for the upcoming registration season.

🗓️ Join us on November 4 from 7:00–8:00 PM for our next Family Webinar focused on preparing for spring enrollment.

💻 NSFP hosts this virtual meeting as an opportunity to connect with CSUSM Academic Advising, learn more about the enrollment process, and feel informed and ready to support your student’s academic success.

🔗 RSVP: https://www.csusm.edu/families/familywebinarseries.html

📬 Unable to attend this session? Visit the same link to register for another upcoming Family Webinar. We would love to connect with you at a future event!

10/22/2026

👩‍🍳 What’s cooking, transfer students? Your recipe for success starts here!

⭐ The Transfer Student Success Track is your chance to get involved, make connections, and earn a special graduation reward along the way!

⏳ Only first-semester CSUSM transfer students are eligible, so don’t miss your chance to join!

📖 Get the full recipe: https://www.csusm.edu/nsfp/transfers/transfertrack.html

10/21/2026

🥞 Family Weekend is serving up something special!

🍽️Join New Student and Family Programs on Sunday, October 25, for a yummy breakfast buffet, french toast bar, coffee, tea and more.

☕️The $40 Family Weekend registration includes brunch for a family of five, including the student.

✳️Register at https://www.csusm.edu/familyweekend/index.html

10/20/2026

🔦 Shine a light on what’s possible at CSUSM.

🔍Discover CSUSM is Saturday, October 24, from 9am–2pm

🧑‍🏫Prospective students, transfer applicants and family members can:
explore majors
academic programs
admissions
financial aid resources
athletics and more.

🫂Family Weekend wraps around Discover CSUSM, with activities taking place October 23–25.

🖍️Register for Family Weekend is required and can be done at: https://www.csusm.edu/discovercsusm/index.html

10/19/2026

🏁 Start your engines…Movie Night is rolling in!

🍭Join New Student and Family Programs for a screening of Disney and Pixar’s Cars on Friday, October 23, from 7–9 p.m.

🍿Movie Night is part of Family Weekend, happening October 23–25.

🎬Registration for Family Weekend is required: https://www.csusm.edu/familyweekend/index.html

10/16/2026

🎓 Build your college and career path with CSUSM Aspiring Scholars! A four-year, non-degree program for students with intellectual disabilities.

✨ Program highlights:
• Academic courses
• Vocational internships
• Independent living and life skills
• Campus activities
• Peer mentorship

🐾 Learn more at Discover CSUSM on October 24, 9am–2pm

💻 Or join the Virtual Info Session: November 4, 4–5pm

📝 Fall 2027 applications are open now through November 30!

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://www.csusm.edu/el/programs/aspiringscholars/index.html

10/15/2026

🎓 Spring enrollment is right around the corner! Families are invited to learn how they can support their students as they prepare for the upcoming registration season.

🗓️ Join us on November 4 from 7:00–8:00 PM for our next Family Webinar, featuring guidance from CSUSM Academic Advising about the spring enrollment process.

💻 Hosted by SLIC and ASI, this virtual event will help families feel informed and ready to support their students’ academic success.

🔗 RSVP: https://www.csusm.edu/families/familywebinarseries.html

📬 Unable to attend this session? Visit the same link to register for another upcoming Family Webinar! We would love to connect with you at a future event!

10/07/2026

🎓 New transfer student? Your first semester is your time to shine! The Transfer Student Success Track is an opportunity to get connected and make the most of your transition to CSUSM!

⏰ Don’t miss your chance! This track is ONLY available during your very first semester at CSUSM as a transfer student!

💜 Get involved! Explore campus events, meet new people, and discover your CSUSM community!

📝 How does it work? Attend 5 eligible events and submit a reflection for each one.

🏅 The reward? Earn a certificate AND a medallion to celebrate your success!

✨ Your first semester only happens once, so make it count!

10/06/2026

📣 Fall 2027 CSU applications are officially OPEN!

📝 If you haven’t done so already, create your Cal State Apply account, start your application and save your progress to finish later.

⏰ The priority filing period ends Dec. 31 but Biological Sciences, Electrical Engineering and Nursing applications close Dec. 1!

🔗 Check transcript deadlines, additional dates and more information here: https://www.csusm.edu/admissions/how-to-apply/index.html

10/01/2026

🐾Family Weekend is coming to CSUSM October 23-25!
Join us for a weekend full of campus fun, family time, and everything CSUSM!
🎬Here’s what’s happening:
•Campus tours + open houses
•Movie night
•Discover CSUSM
•Brunch
•Merch
•Special events + more!

🎟️Registration is required. The cost is $40 for 1 student + 4 guests.
Register and find more info here https://www.csusm.edu/familyweekend/index.html

📓And don’t forget that Family Weekend wraps around Discover CSUSM!
If you’re a prospective student, transfer applicant, or family memeber, this day full of activities is your chance to see what CSUSM is all about!
🔎Explore:
•Majors + academic programs
•Admissions + Financial aid services
•Athletics
•Alumni experiences
•Advice from current student + more!
Register for Discover CSUSM here https://www.csusm.edu/discovercsusm/register.html

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333 S Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA
92078

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://csusm.edu/nsfp

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