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!