Open University
Open University is an enrollment option for students not currently admitted to CSUF.
Open University (OU) at CSUF is an opportunity for non-admitted students to enroll as a guest in the regular university schedule of courses if space is available.
You may request to enroll in courses at the undergraduate level (100-400) where you have read course descriptions and can acknowledge you meet the stated prerequisites (or equivalent) of those courses. Some academic departments may ask to see an unofficial transcript for approval.
Graduate level courses (500’s) require additional consultation and approvals before starting the Request for Approval process. Please consult directly with the graduate advisor/program before requesting to add this type of course.
PLAN AHEAD: Read through OU General Instructions to plan steps ahead of time.
If the course is open, enroll in the Manage Classes tile, without permission, if requisites are met.
Fees for Open University must be paid when you register: All fees are due in full at the time of the registration action. Protect your registration. Review all fee and refund policies at OU Fees and Refund Policies.
Students that need to:
Are you a returning CSUF student that previously attended Cal State Fullerton? Visit Bring Back Titans for more information to facilitate your return.
Registration windows vary per semester/term. Please review Instructions to Enroll as well as the semester/term for additional specific dates and details. The first step is to Assign an Enrollment Appointment (registration date). This action will assign you an Open University registration appointment/access for a specific semster/term.
Use the links below to learn more about the important dates and details for each of the upcoming academic semesters/terms.
“I felt like I had an academic partner that never gave up on me.”
- Osvaldo Flores, Open University alumni
This program is a great way for non-admitted students to complete classes you need for future academic and professional goals, earn units towards a planned CSUF degree program, and support your readmission to Cal State Fullerton.
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