August 2026 | - August 1 - Fall 2027 Priority Application Period opens - Apply to SSU online through Cal State Apply.
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October 2026 | - October 1 - Fall 2027 Priority Application Submission Period opens. Submit applications to SSU online through Cal State Apply.
- Mid-October - Join us for Sonoma State's Preview Day - our signature campus open house event!
- Admission Decisions Released - Decisions are sent on a rolling basis — check your email frequently for updates.
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November 2026 | - November 1 - February 1 - Apply for Sonoma State Scholarships for the 2027 -2028 academic year.
- November 30 - Application deadline for Electrical and Computer Engineering master's program
- November 30 - Application deadline for Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner master's program
- Review the Stay on Track Guide to not miss an important date!
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December 2026 | - December 1 - Applications close for all Undergraduate Nursing Programs.
- December 11 - Application deadline for Counseling - Marriage and Family Therapy (CMHC) master's program
- December 11 - Application deadline for Counseling - School Counseling Pupil Personnel Services master's program
- December 15 - Application deadline for Biology master's program
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January 2027 | - January 15 - Application deadline for Cultural Heritage and Resources Management - Natural Sciences & Technology master's program
- January 15 - Application deadline for Cultural Heritage and Resources Management - Social Sciences and Interpretation master's program
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February 2027 | - Early February - Fall Housing Applications Open - You must accept your admissions offer before applying for on-campus housing.
- February 1 - Scholarship Application Deadline - Deadline to submit materials for general scholarships for the 2027–2028 academic year. Learn more about Sonoma State Scholarships.
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March 2027 | - March 5 - Application deadline for History master's program
- Mid-March - Attend Seawolf Decision Day, our admitted undergraduate student event at Sonoma State. Visit campus, meet fellow Seawolves, and explore SSU.
- March 30 - Application deadline for Education - Curriculum, Teaching & Learning master's program
- March 30 - Application deadline for Education - Special Education master's program
- March 30 - Application deadline for Education - Teaching master's program
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April 2027 | - Mid-April - Transfer Orientation session for students who deposit by the deadline.
- April 30 - Fall 2027 Priority Undergraduate Application Period Closes - Apply to SSU online through Cal State Apply. If you miss the priority deadline, you can still apply through a late application request.
- April 30 - Application deadline for Business Administration master's program
- April 30 - Application deadline for Business Administration - Wine Business master's program
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May 2027 | - May 1 - Intent to Enroll Deadline - Submit your Enrollment Reservation Deposit (ERD) and accept your admission offer. Log into your MySSU account and click "Stay on Track”. Reminder: Request official transcripts to be sent to SSU.
- May 1 - After submitting your Enrollment Reservation Deposit (ERD) - Submit Immunization Records - Submit all required immunization documentation. Visit the Health Center Immunizations website to review requirements and upload documents.
- As soon as you have your visa document (I-20) - Apply for a visa - It is very important that you begin the visa application process as soon as you receive your I-20 (F-1 visa document). Delays can impact your ability to travel and enroll on time.
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June 2027 | - In-Person Orientation for Transfer Students - Orientation includes academic advising and class registration. All Undergraduates are required to attend.
- Complete the Mandatory Online International Student Pre-arrival Course - You will be required to attend an online International Student Pre-Arrival Course.
- Submit the International Transfer In Form - Students requesting a SEVIS transfer from another school in the U.S. must fill out and submit the Transfer In Form for F-1 Students.
- Purchase Health Insurance - Health Insurance must be purchased before you arrive in the U.S.
- Make Travel Arrangements - We recommend arriving at SSU several days (but no more than 30 days) before the mandatory on-campus international new student meet-and-greet. Visit our Getting to SSU webpage for more information.
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July 2027 | - July 1 - Submit Final Transcripts - Submit final official college / high school transcripts and test scores with Spring grades to the Office of Admissions. Your offer of admission is conditional on meeting requirements stated in your admission letter. Visit the Submit Transcripts page.
- In-Person Orientation for First Year Students - Orientation includes academic advising and class registration. All Undergraduates are required to attend.
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August 2027 | - Mid-August - Submit your Fall 2027 tuition and fees for registration occurring between April and early August Learn how to pay on the Student Charges & Fees page. You can still register during the add/drop period listed on the Academic Calendar, but late fees may apply.
- Mid-August - Attend Mandatory On-Campus International New Student meet-and-greet - On-Campus Meet-and-Greet generally takes place right before school starts.
- Mid-August - Early September - Schedule Changes & Late Registration - Need to change your classes? Late registration and add/drop details will be posted on the Academic Calendar.
- Mid-August - Move-in for students living on campus. Visit the Housing website for details and tips.
- Late-August - First Day of Fall 2027 Classes
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September 2027 | - Early September - Submit your Fall 2027 tuition and fees for registration occurring between August and early September. Learn how to pay on the Student Charges & Fees page. All students who begin the registration process on or after Mid-January, may be subject to a $25 late registration fee
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