How to Apply

Application Deadlines for Fall 2024

PRIORITY DEADLINE FINAL DEADLINE ONLINE APPLICATION
April 23, 2024 July 9, 2024* ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

To best facilitate a timely and successful application process, we encourage you to finish your application before the priority deadline. By applying early, you also facilitate more time for financial aid decisions.

* International applicants: Because international documents take longer to process, all application items should be submitted by July 1, 2024. As each applicant’s case is unique, we cannot guarantee you any additional time. Also, please be aware: we cannot refund your application fees if you do not submit by the final deadline.

If you experience any technical issues, please email collexl@csun.edu and a staff member will assist you (Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.).

Application Instructions

To start your application, please click on the Online application link below, and then register as a new user or log in with an existing username and password. Helpful tips before completing the application.

After you register, please complete the online application, which includes the following steps:

  1. Upload Your Documents - during the application, you will be asked to submit a personal statement, resume and proof of relevant professional credentials (if possessed at time of application; not required for admission to program).
    • To help you prepare your documents, please follow the instructions detailed on the “Document Guidelines”.
  2. Recommender Contact Information - you will be asked to provide the name and email of two recommenders who will be sent recommendation requests once you complete your online application.
    • You will be asked to indicate whether you waive your right to view and access these recommendations per the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. Your choice will be disclosed to your recommenders in the recommendation request.
    • Your recommendation requests will not be sent until you submit your application and pay the application fee, so applicants are advised to submit their online applications early to give their recommenders ample time to complete and submit those recommendations by the deadline.
  3. Confirm Completion Status of federal income and financial accounting courses
  4. Application fee - $70 non-refundable payment by credit card

 

After completing your online application, please submit official academic records/transcripts:

  • Transcripts are required from ALL institutions that you have attended, not only those from which you earned a degree:
    • All courses taken at other colleges and universities previously attended, even if the course work was not completed.
    • All college courses in which you are currently enrolled (these are your preliminary, work-in-progress transcripts).
    • Your final transcripts for work-in-progress as soon as you complete the courses and grades are posted.
  • Previous CSUN students do not need to request CSUN transcripts, and should only submit transcripts for additional course work completed after leaving CSUN.
  • Be sure to notify us of any prior names under which you may possess a transcript.
  • Electronic Transcripts:

    Send directly from your school/electronic service/approved vendor to registrar@csun.edu OR by selecting CSUN, if the option is available.*

    If you attended a California community college, your institution might be able to send e-transcripts on your behalf, free of charge. Please visit the eTranscript California page to determine your eligibility.

    *electronic transcripts received directly from the student are considered unofficial

  • Paper Transcripts:

    If electronic transcripts are not an option, then paper transcripts must be received in the unopened envelopes, sealed by the institution(s) of study. Ask your previous schools to send your official transcripts directly to us at the address below:

    Tseng College
    California State University, Northridge
    18111 Nordhoff Street
    Northridge, California 91330-8343

  • Please do not send identical, duplicate paper and electronic transcripts.

When submitting transcripts, please include two official copies: one in the original language and one in an official English translation.*

In addition to the above requirements, applicants with a degree from outside the United States must also submit the following:

  • Official or certified copy of TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic scores – Scores can either be sent electronically to CSUN’s school code (4707) or mailed to the address below:

    Tseng College
    California State University, Northridge

    18111 Nordhoff Street
    Northridge, CA 91330-8343

For international students applying to an on-campus program that requires an F-1 student visa, please also submit:

  1. Bank statement
  2. Affidavit of financial support
  3. Copy of passport

Note: Degrees from outside the United States must be equivalent to a U.S. 4-year degree.

 
*Translations must be completed by a member of the American Translators Association; a certified court interpreter or translator; or a staff member of a foreign consulate.

After submitting your application, you will receive an email within 2-3 business days containing your username, CSUN email address, and student ID.* Please follow the email’s instructions to activate your CSUN email account and gain access to the MyCSUN Portal.

Note: If you are a returning student or reapplying, please use your existing CSUN username and password.

CSUN alumni: please note that by default all communications will be sent to your existing CSUN email (which you may or may not have used since you graduated). Information on how to access/reset that email can be found here: https://www.csun.edu/it/accounts-passwords

 
*If you do not receive an activation email from the Tseng College, please contact tsengarc@csun.edu.

Please regularly check your CSUN email for updates. The university uses this email for all communications, including notification of whether you are accepted into the program.

To reiterate: Updates on your application status will only be sent to your CSUN email account.

Along with your CSUN email, you should regularly use the MyCSUN Portal to access important information and complete necessary tasks. The portal is where you can find your student schedule and access or update your personal and academic records.


IMPORTANT NOTES TO ALL APPLICANTS: Please be advised that all communications with University employees, including emails and phone conversations, are considered in admissions decisions. State Consumer Protection Information can be found here.

  • Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application, including all required documents, is complete and has been received in good working order before the application deadline. Please contact us with any questions.
  • Admission does not guarantee cohort launch.
  • Out-of-state applicants that will remain out of state during their program of study should check State Authorizations information relative to their state before applying: https://tsengcollege.csun.edu/disclosures

 

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