How to sign up?
You can participate in the CSU Cougar Scholars; Early Start Program by:
- Completing a CSUSM course in-person during the summer prior to the fall semester. Cougar Scholars; Early Start summer registration will begin June 5, 2023.
How to Enroll in Cougar Scholars; Early Start
To enroll in the CSU Cougar Scholars; Early Start Program:
- Go to the CSU Registration Page link, which is located in your MyCSUSM account.
- Cougar Scholars; Early Start Registration Instructions for Changing Smart Page.
- Cougar Scholars; Early Start adding classes at CSUSM.
- Review your CSU Registration Page to:
Find out if you qualify for an Early Start fee waiver based on your FAFSA information. - Students admitted to CSUSM:
Your location to take Cougar Scholars; Early Start classes will default to CSUSM on the Registration Page. - Enroll in Cougar Scholars; Early Start classes at CSUSM.