Welcome, Spring 2027 Transfer Students!
Academic Advising is here to help you understand your degree requirements, identify appropriate courses, and register for the classes you need for your first semester at Cal State Channel Islands.
Complete the following steps before your enrollment date so you are ready to select and register for your Spring 2027 classes:
- Log into your
- Set up Duo Multi-Factor Authentication. Visit the webpage for step-by-step setup instructions. If you need additional assistance setting up or using Duo, please contact the ITS Help Desk.
- Review your and Transfer Credit Report.
- Review your in the University Catalog.
- Refer to the New Student Registration webpage for additional information.
Before your enrollment date, watch the following videos to become familiar with finding courses and registering through CI Records:
- How to Add Courses to your Shopping Cart
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- 📘 Validate Your Shopping Cart Guide
- How to Enroll in Classes
- 📘 Enroll in Classes Guide
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Visit the New Student Registration webpage for information about enrollment dates, other registration instructions, and important deadlines.
Meeting with an academic advisor is optional. You may register for classes independently beginning on your assigned enrollment date. If you would like support, academic advisors will offer advising sessions in December. During a session, an advisor can help you:
- Identify courses that apply toward your degree requirements
- Understand how your transfer coursework applies to your degree
- Review your
- Review your Spring 2027 class schedule
- Make course adjustments, if needed
You may attend an advising session before registering, or you may register first and meet with an advisor afterward to review your schedule.
More information about upcoming advising sessions is available in your
After registering for classes, review your Spring 2027 class schedule and to confirm that your courses apply toward your degree requirements.
If you did not meet with an Academic Advisor in December, you will have additional opportunities to receive advising support before the semester begins:
- Attend an advising session in January. Check your for dates and participation information.
- Meet with an Academic Advisor during Transfer Orientation to review your class schedule and Degree Progress Report and make adjustments, if needed.