Under the new process, eligible California high school students will be automatically admitted into the CSU system.

California high school students now have an easier route to higher education, thanks to Senate Bill 640, which offers ...

Starting in 2026, qualified graduating high school students are automatically admitted into 16 California State University institutions. They still need to apply.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom before signing legislation on October 8, 2025, in Los Angeles, Calif. Newsom recently signed into law a direct admissions program for the California State University ...

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