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First-Time Freshman from out of the U.S. International Students Who Have Been Admitted

Congratulations and welcome to California State University, Northridge!

Soon you will receive a letter of admission, a welcome letter from the International and Exchange Student Center, a letter inviting you to take the mandatory English Placement Test (EPT) and the Entry Level Mathematics Exam (ELM), and the I-20.

Please arrange an appointment at a local U.S. Embassy to secure your F1 student visa. This can be a long process, so please make the appointment as soon as possible.

Registration materials will be mailed to you; however, you cannot register for courses until:

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You will receive an e-mail from your departmental advisor prompting you to set up an online appointment once registration begins. Upon arrival in the United States, please make an appointment with a representative from the International and Exchange Student Center.