Early Assessment Program
Our Office

Office of Undergraduate Education
530-898-6891
eap@csuchico.edu
Meriam Library, MLIB 338

Mailing Address
UED - Early Assessment Program
400 W. First St.
Chico, CA 95929– 0128

College Readiness

Opportunities to Demonstrate You're Ready

The ultimate goal of the Early Assessment Program (EAP) is to fully prepare California high school graduates to enter the rigorous academic setting of the California State University system.  There are THREE opportunities to demonstrate that you're academically ready for University level mathematics and English coursework:

Opportunity 1: 11th Grade CAASPP State Exam
The first opportunity to demonstrate readiness is through the CAASPP exam in junior year of high school.  The results of this exam will indicate whether students are working above grade level (Level 4), or at grade level (Level 3), or below grade level (Level 1 or 2).
Opportunity 2: 12th Grade Academic Preparation
The second opportunity is to meet any of the coursework and GPA threshold combinations noted in the multiple measures criteria during your senior year of high school.  Please review the resources and academic preparation detail on the CSU Student Success website.  While it is no longer required for admission to the UC or CSU, if you choose to take the ACT or SAT tests, you may still report your scores for consideration in course placement. 
Opportunity 3: CSU Campus Supported GE Courses
The third opportunity, if you do not meet the criteria for the first two opportunities, is to take general education math and/or written communication courses with support elements when you arrive at your CSU campus. You may also need to participate in the summer Early Start Program.