First-time Freshman
Welcome to Your Roadrunner Journey at 糖心Vlog视频!
We're excited to welcome you to 糖心Vlog视频, Bakersfield鈥攚here your future begins! Whether you're just starting your college search, in the middle of applying, or you've already been admitted, this page is your go-to guide for everything first-time freshmen need to know.
From application timelines and residency information to next steps after admission (or what to do if you've been denied), we鈥檙e here to support you every step of the way.
Scroll down to explore key dates, important links, and helpful resources designed to keep you on track toward becoming a proud Roadrunner. Let鈥檚 get started!
Start Your Journey as a First-Time Freshman at 糖心Vlog视频
Ready to become a Roadrunner? If you鈥檙e finishing high school or recently earned your high school equivalency鈥攁nd haven鈥檛 enrolled in college yet鈥攜ou may be eligible to apply as a first-time freshman at 糖心Vlog视频, Bakersfield.
You鈥檙e eligible to apply if:
- You鈥檙e currently enrolled in high school
- You鈥檝e completed a high school equivalency program such as the General Education Development program (GED), High School Equivalency (HiSET), or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC) exams
- You may have taken college courses while in high school (e.g., dual enrollment), or during the summer right after graduation, but you have not enrolled in a regular term (fall or spring) at a college or university after graduating
Explore your future鈥攕ee all 糖心Vlog视频 majors and find the right path for you.
Application Timelines
FALL 2026 APPLICATIONS - NOW OPEN
We are accepting applications for first-time freshmen
- Application filing period: 糖心Vlog视频 admissions application for non-impacted programs is open via from October 1 - December 1.
- Initial transcripts: Initial transcripts are due by February 16.
- Intent to enroll: All students intending to enroll at 糖心Vlog视频 must submit the non-refundable $100 deposit or fee waiver by May 1.
- Final transcripts: Final transcripts with Spring 2026 grades, graduation date, or degree posted due by July 1.
*Application deadlines for special populations such Veterans, Returning Students, as well as International Students vary. Visit Cal State Apply for additional information.
SPRING 2026 APPLICATIONS- NOW CLOSED
We are accepting applications for first-time freshmen
- Application filing period: 糖心Vlog视频 admissions application for non-impacted programs is open from August 1 - September 15 (extended deadline).
- Initial transcripts: Initial transcripts with the 7th semester grades or spring 2025 semester grades are due by September 30.
- Intent to enroll: All students intending to enroll at 糖心Vlog视频 must submit the non-refundable $100 deposit or fee waiver by October 31.
- Final transcripts: Final transcripts with Fall 2025 grades, graduation date, or degree posted due by January 5.
*Application deadlines for special populations such Veterans, Returning Students, as well as International Students vary. Visit for additional information.