Life Skills
Civic Engagement 101
How to register to vote:
Online: Visit registertovote.ca.gov and complete your registration in minutes.
By Mail: Pick up a paper registration form at the DMV, post office, or public library, fill it out, and mail it before the deadline.
In-Person: Register at your county elections office, polling place, or vote center before or on Election Day.
Same-Day Registration: Missed the deadline? No problem! You can complete Same-Day Voter Registration at a vote center and cast your ballot.
Make your voice heard! Registering to vote in California is quick and easy. Here’s how:
Key Deadlines
The standard voter registration deadline in California is 15 days before Election Day, but rules and dates may vary. For the latest updates, visit nass.org/can-I-vote.
Missed the deadline? No worries! California offers Same-Day Voter Registration, allowing you to complete the process and vote at a designated vote center.
Get Informed. Get Registered. Get Voting!
For more information on voting, civic engagement, and life skills resources, check out the ASUCLA Life Skills website at asucla.ucla.edu/life-skills.