All undergraduate applicants whose native language is not English, and who have not attended schools at the secondary level or above for at least three years full time where English is the principal language of instruction must:

• present a qualifying score on a recognized external English language proficiency exam OR
• provide evidence of study in a qualifying country/region OR
• successfully complete qualifying GE courses from an accredited US institution OR
• successfully complete the required level at a partner English Language School

Applications are typically accepted for both fall (August) and spring (January) semester starts. Some graduate programs only accept applications for fall (August) start.

Submit your Cal State Apply application before the application deadline for consideration.

NOTE: Late applications may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Please email the Admissions Office.

IMPORTANT: Master's program deadlines vary, and some have priority deadlines. Certain graduate programs offer fall admission only. Please check the application deadline for your specific program on Cal State Apply. Details are also available on the graduate program pages.