First-Time Freshman
Communications
E-mail is the official communication of the California State University, Northridge. It is your responsibility as a student to activate and monitor your university e-mail account or miss important information about enrollment status, financial aid, fees, registration, and more. If you prefer an alternate e-mail address, you can have your CSUN e-mail forwarded to it.
Campus Web Portal
CSUN receives thousands of applications during the filing period. Over the next few months, special attention will be given to reviewing each application. Initial admissions decisions will be based on the information you reported on your application. Notices of admission will be sent as your information is reviewed. In the meantime, there are several steps you can take to ensure you have a smooth admissions experience.
Establish your CSUN account
Using the "Activate Your CSUN User ID and Password Today" letter, create your CSUN account.
Access your e-mail account regularly
Checklist of Things to Do
Make sure your CSUN application file is complete.
The items that CSUN needs from you include:
- High School Transcripts
- SAT or ACT Test Scores
- Entry Level Math Test (ELM) and English Placement Test (EPT) Scores
- $55 Application Fee or apply for the Application Fee Waiver form
Send required items to: California State University, Northridge; Admissions and Records; 18111 Nordhoff Street; Northridge, CA 91330-8207. SOLAR Navigation Path:
You can check the status of your CSUN application online. Follow these steps to check for missing items:
- Using Internet Explorer browser version 6.0 or higher, log into the myNorthridge Portal at www.csun.edu with your CSUN User ID and Password.
- Then select My Path to Graduation >View Application Status >Detail
To learn more about View Application Status and other SOLAR self service features, visit the How To Guides for Students.