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Well done completing your Cal State Apply application! Here is what we'll need next.



What's Next After Submitting Your Cal State Apply Application

Step 1: Activate Your MyCSUDH Account

Activate your MyCSUDH campus account by following the directions provided in your CSUDH welcome (acknowledgment) email

Step 2: Submit Official Transcripts and Other Documents

Submit required official transcripts from all previously attended institutions and other documents, as requested.

Domestic students (Residents and Non-residents) with U.S. coursework only:

  • Electronic transcripts are preferred and encouraged. If your university requires an email address, please provide admissions@csudh.edu as the recipient.
  • Paper transcripts can be mailed to: Office of Admissions, 1000 E Victoria Street, WH-290, Carson, CA 90747

Domestic students (Residents and Non-residents) with foreign coursework:

  • Official transcripts
  • Diploma (for foreign institutions only)
  • Certified translations of all documents (if not in English)
  • Proof of English Proficiency

International students requiring an F-1 student visa

Visit the International Office’s webpage for more information.

Step 3: Submit All Documents Requested by Your Program

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Programs / OptionsGPASupplemental ApplicationAccepting ApplicationsTestResume / CVPersonal StatementRecommendation LetterInterviewVolunteer HoursOtherOffice Location & Contact Number
MS Accounting3.00
2.75		Must complete Program Materials in Cal State Apply
3.00 last 60 (sem.) / 90 (qtr.) units or 2.75 cumulative		Fall / Spring✓1-2 pages2 letters (if GPA below min. req.)SBS A-323 (310) 243-3646
MS Biology2.75Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		Fall✓✓3 lettersCompletion of certain pre-requisite coursesSC I-229 (310) 243-3381
MS Computer Science2.75Not RequiredFall / SpringGRE✓3 lettersNSM A-133
(310) 243-3398
MS Cyber Security2.50Not RequiredFall / Spring✓2 lettersNSM A-133
(310) 243-3398
MS Counseling3.00Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		FallGRE (MS; if GPA below 3.0) Optional
CBEST (credential only)		✓4-5 pages3 letters✓Certificate of clearance or teaching credential.COE 1410
(310) 243-3524
MA Education2.75Visit: csudh.edu/coe/applyFall / SpringCV2-4 pages *DLL written in Spanish2 lettersCOE 1410B (310) 243-3496
MA English3.00Not RequiredFall / SpringLCH-309, LCH E-315, LCH A-332 (310) 243-3943, (310) 243-3322
MS Environmental Science3.00Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		Fall1-2 pagesApplicants must hold a BA or BS degree in either natural, physical, or social sciences.SAC 2154A (310) 243-3166
MS Health Science:
Orthotics & Prosthetics		3.00Visit: csudh.edu/health- sciences/oandp/msop- option/applicationFallGRE Optional✓3 letters✓Min. 40 hoursCompletion of all orthotic and prosthetic option
pre-requisite courses. Familiarity with hand tools, light duty power equipment, and knowledge of materials used.		Orthotics and Prosthetics Education Center, 10641 Calle Lee, Suite 185 Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (562) 735-3300
MS Marital & Family Therapy3.00Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		FallGRE (if GPA below 3.5)✓2-3 pages3 letters✓Writting sample. Certain prerequisite courses are required.WH 480 (310) 243-2032
MA Negotiation, Conflict Resolution & Peacebuilding
Post Master’s Certificate		3.00Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		Fall500 words3 letters✓ (maybe)Individuals with a master’s degree in conflict resolution (or a closely related area) may apply for the post-master’s certificate program.LIB 5479, LIB 5334 (310) 243-3237, (310) 243-2295
MS Nursing
Post Master’s Certificate		3.0Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		Fall / Spring Fall Only - Family Nurse Practitioner✓✓Required for FNP only (online form, not letter)RN Licensure in U.S. FNP must have CA RN license. RN experience requirements vary by program. Applicants are encouraged to attend an online information meetingWH A-320 (310) 243-3596, (310) 243-2644
MS Occupational Therapy3.00Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		SpringGRE✓✓ Prompt (5Q’a)3 letters✓ (maybe)80 hours or complete OTR 410Completion of 6 pre-requisite courses.
Sample paper required.		WH A-320H (310) 243-2726
MA Psychology3.00Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		FallGRE
Optional		✓✓3 lettersComplete certain pre-requisite courses.
Sample written paper is required		SBS A-323 (310) 243-3427
MPA Public Administration
MPA On-Campus and MPA Online		3.00 2.75Must complete Program Materials in Cal State Apply
3.00 last 60 (sem.) / 90 (qtr.) units or 2.75 cumulative		Fall / Spring✓1-2 pages2 letters (if GPA below min. req.)SBS A-325 (310) 243-3646
MS Quality Assurance2.50Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		Fall / SpringRequested if GPA below 2.5EE-1300 (310) 243-3880
MS Radiologic & Imaging Sciences2.50Fall / SpringRegistered/licensed in one of the Radiologic and Imaging Sciences: RTR, RTT, RTN, CNMT, RDMS, RSCS, RVT, ARMRIT, RCES, RCIS, CMD, ABII, or PARCA.WH A-330 (310) 243-2550
MA School Leadership Program3.00Visit: csudh.edu/coe/applyFallCBEST (meet basic skills equivalency)✓1 page2 lettersVerification of experience from district or employing agency. 5 years of experience on qualifying credential.COE 1446 (310) 243-2590
MSW Social work2.75Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		FallGRE (if GPA below 3.0)4-6 pages3 letters
3 reference forms		Experience profile required;
Complete certain pre-requisite courses.		WH-385 (310) 243-3170
MA Sociology3.00Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		FallOptional✓2 letters✓ (maybe)Writing sample encouragedSBS B-333 (310) 243-3180
MA Special Education2.75 3.00Visit: csudh.edu/coe/apply 2.75 (preliminary credential) 3.0 (clear credential and MA)Fall / SpringCBEST (credential only)✓2 lettersFingerprint clearance.COE 1463 (310) 243-3496
MS Systems Engineering2.50Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		FallNSM C-203 (310) 243-2682
Doctorate in Education (EdD)3.0Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		Fall✓✓3 letters✓Employer Statement of Support
(District employees and CSU employees)		COE-1446 (310) 243-3524
Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD)3.00Must complete Program Materials in
Cal State Apply application		TBA✓3 letters✓80 hours or Completion of foundations OT WorkshopCompletion of 6 prerequisite coursesWH A320 (310) 243-2726
Step 4: Verify Residency Status

Verify residency status on welcome (acknowledgment) email—visit the Residency Information webpage for more information

Step 5: Apply for Financial Aid

Visit the financial aid site.

Continually check your personal email address for CSUDH correspondence!

Please note the following:

  • You will receive your CSUDH ID number in your welcome (acknowledgment) letter. Once you have activated your MyCSUDH account, please continue to check your to-do list and your application status periodically.
  • Please allow time for document delivery and an additional 3-5 business days for processing once the Office of Admissions receives your submitted documents. Your to-do list will be updated once your documents are processed. All documents are due by the Application Deadline.