Chicana-Chicano Studies

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NOTE: University Application is available via Cal State Apply Departmental Application is available via Apply Web.

Deadlines

  • University application (Cal State Apply) for FALL 2024 admission must be completed by March 15, 2024.
  • Departmental application (Apply Web) deadline for FALL 2024 admission is March 15, 2024. Your departmental application is considered incomplete if you did not apply to the university by March 15, 2024.
  • Students will receive email notification of their acceptance or denial no later than May 1, 2024.

Departmental Application Process

  1. Letters of Recommendation - Obtain two letters of recommendation from current or former professors. An optional third letter from an individual outside of academia who can speak of your work in the community can also be included. 
  2. Submit a curriculum vitae or resume
  3. Unofficial transcripts for the Department
  4. Complete a Statement of Purpose – The objective of the statement of purpose is twofold. First, it will be used as a writing sample and provide the admissions committee an opportunity to examine your writing skills. Second, it allows you to share with the admissions committee why you want to pursue a graduate degree in our department. Please include your name on the first page of your document. The Statement of Purpose is a two to three page essay, double-spaced, and answers the following questions:
    • How did you become interested in the field of Chicana and Chicano Studies?
    • What experiences have contributed toward your preparation for further study in the field?
    • What are your future goals?
    • What are your research interests?
    • How are you a match to the program and department? That is, what faculty member(s) would you like to work with?
    • What experience do you have as an activist/scholar in the field of Chicana and Chicano Studies?

5. Writing Sample - A writing sample of a previous paper or work for a class that is no more than 10 pages.

 


Departmental Application Checklist

All items below must be included in your Apply Web Departmental Application:

  • Statement of purpose
  • Curriculum vitae or resume
  • Writing Sample
  • Unofficial transcripts for every college and/or university attended
  • Letters of recommendation