Newly Admitted Students
You are now part of the Cougar family! Here are some tips that will help you before your first day of school.
Step 1:Access Your Student Email - You will be assigned a "cougars email" after you have accepted your offer of admission.
Step 2: Clear Any Admission Conditions - Find out how to make sure your record is clear and ready for registration.
Step 3: Registration - Learn more about our stress free registration process
Step 4: Pay for CSUSM - Still haven't paid your fees? Learn how to get help and get those fees paid.
Step 5: Orientation Information - Many of our programs include both an online and in person orientation component.
Step 6: Parking - Find out where to park and how to get your parking permit.
Step 7: Cougar Courses - Familiarize yourself with the online classroom environment.
Step 8: Buy Textbooks - Find out how and where to buy your textbooks!
Step 9: Find Housing - Still looking for a place to live? Look no more! Finding a place to live on or off campus is just a click away!