What you need to know about the enrollment deposit

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So you’ve been admitted and you think you’re ready to take the next step? Before you do, here’s everything you need to know about submitting your enrollment deposit.

Why do I need to pay an enrollment deposit?

Submitting your $300 enrollment deposit is important for a few reasons.

  1. It reserves your spot in the incoming class and helps us project for the right amount of housing and classes CSU will need for the next year.
  2. The money from your deposit goes directly to programming important to you. Your deposit covers new student charges like the cost of Ram Orientation, and the remaining portion is applied directly to your tuition for your first semester.
  3. You only get access to other important enrollment actions, such as applying for on-campus housing and signing up for orientation, when you’ve submitted your deposit.

Am I required to pay a deposit?

If you’re an on-campus, first-year student, transfer student, or international student, you are required to submit an enrollment deposit. If you are an online student, second bachelor’s student, or a graduate student you’ll need to refer to your admitted student checklist to learn more.

What if I can’t pay it right now?

You can defer your enrollment deposit if you are unable to pay your enrollment deposit or would like to wait for your financial aid to help pay. You will still receive all of the benefits of depositing, but the deposit will be applied to your first semester bill instead of being required by the deadline.

When should I submit my deposit?

If you’ll be a freshman starting in the fall semester, you are encouraged to submit your enrollment deposit no later than National Decision Day. For incoming freshmen (first-year) students enrolling in the fall 2024 term, National Decision Day is June 1. However, paying or deferring your deposit earlier gives you access to important next steps, like housing and orientation.

If you’ll be a transfer student starting in the fall, you should submit your deposit before July 1.

All other students should refer to their admitted student guides for more information.

Is it refundable?

You may request an enrollment deposit refund before the following deadlines:

  • Fall semester: June 1 for freshman, July 1 for transfer
  • Spring semester: December 15 for freshman and transfer
  • Summer term: June 1 for freshman and transfer

Submit a refund request by filling out our online refund form.

How do I submit my deposit?

Ready to take action? To confirm or decline, log in to RAMweb with your NetID and follow the link to your Future Ram Dashboard, where you’ll be prompted to accept your offer by paying or deferring your enrollment deposit. And, we’re always here to help if you run into any issues.

Jill Baylis

Jill was a staff member in the Office of Admissions until 2019 when she moved to Denver. As a first-generation college student, she focused on simplifying the college admissions process and helping future Rams find community on campus.