DHFYE Summer Experience

What is the DHFYE Summer Program?

All incoming First-Time, First-Year students are invited to the Dominguez Hills First-Year Experience (DHFYE) Summer Program! DHFYE supports your transition into college and gives you a head start on earning credits towards your degree. You will be able to take up to two FREE General Education courses while participating in fun activities and supportive workshops.

Courses in Cultural Anthropology, Entrepreneurship, Global Dance, Physical Geology, Child Development, Elemental Statistics and Probability, Music, Moral Programs, Women's Studies, and Rhetoric and Revolution are specifically designed to engage you and your fellow Toros. They include co-curricular activities and they provide information about important campus resources and policies.

Participate in DHFYE to gain an intimate college learning experience, work closely with your instructor and peers, and learn insights to navigating your way through CSUDH. Here are just some of the benefits of participating in DHFYE:

  • Meet and build relationships with faculty and staff members
  • Become acquainted with the Cultural Centers and Student Support Resources
  • Build community with their assigned Peer Mentor and Academic Advisor
  • Participate in fun and interactive activities (i.e., College Knowledge Workshops, Toro Tuesdays, and Mental Health and Wellness sessions)
  • Get a head start for their first year and get on the pathway to graduate in four years.

Please consult with your advisor at New Student Orientation (NSO) for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I register for summer courses?

Enrollment begins during New Student Orientation (NSO) in June. Students will be able to meet with an advisor to discuss which courses are best to take for the summer and fall.

Who do I contact if I have any questions about the DHFYE Program?

Please contact the Dominguez Hills First-Year Experience team at dhfye@csudh.edu.

How much does a parking permit cost for the DHFYE Summer Experience, and where may I purchase it?

Students who want to park on campus will need to purchase a parking permit for the duration of the DHFYE Summer program (July 6 – August 16, 2024). Please visit the Parking website for the latest fees.

Parking permits for Summer must be purchased in person at the Cashiers Office (by cash, check, or money order) in Welch Hall (WH 270) on the 2nd Floor.

For additional Parking questions, please call 310-243-3725.