International Students

Thank you for your interest in applying to California State University, Northridge (CSUN). We know that selecting and attending a university outside your country can be challenging. Our International Admissions team is dedicated to assisting you throughout the entire application process.

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International First-time Freshman

Start your undergraduate journey as a CSUN Matador.

International First-time Freshman

International Transfer Student

Continue your academic career at CSUN.

International Transfer Student

International Graduate Student

Earn a master's degree or doctorate. Please see the note below about pursuing a second degree in the U.S.

International Graduate Student

International Student Seeking a 2nd U.S. Degree

Per federal regulations effective Sept. 15, 2026, F-1 international students may pursue only one degree at each academic level in the United States. Students who earn a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree in the U.S. on Sept. 15, 2026 or later, will not be eligible to pursue a second degree at the same or lower academic level in the U.S. As a result, CSUN will not be able to admit students who earn a U.S. degree after Sept. 15, 2026 at an academic level and are seeking a second degree at the same or lower academic level.

If you earn a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the U.S. after Sept. 15, 2026, you are eligible to pursue a second degree at a higher academic level only. For example, if you have earned a bachelor’s degree in the U.S., you may pursue a master’s or doctoral degree. If you have earned a master’s in the U.S., you may pursue a doctoral degree.

International students whose degree was earned outside the U.S. are not subject to this regulation.

To learn more about the new federal ruling and its significance for maintaining immigration status in the U.S., please review the following resources provided by CSUN's International and Exchange Student Center:

• International Students – FAQ
• DHS Final Rule to Replace “Duration of Status” for F-1 and J-1 Visa Holders

For admissions questions, please contact a CSUN international admissions advisor.

Returning International Student

Welcome back to CSUN. We're excited for you to continue your educational journey.

Returning International Student

U.S. Applicant with International Transcripts

Learn how to submit your international records.

U.S. Applicant with International Transcripts

Contact Us

Please note our hours are Pacific Time (PT).

• Email: intladm@csun.edu, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Phone: (818) 677-3760, Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Office: CSUN International Admissions, Bayramian Hall (BH) Room 160
  • Open hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • If you are concerned about visiting our campus, please refer to CSUN COVID-19 Information. We look forward to seeing you!
• Mailing address:

California State University, Northridge
Attention: International Admissions
18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, CA 91330-8207
U.S.A.

Each International Admissions advisor is assigned to prospective students or applicants based on the first letters of their family name. Contact the advisor below based on your family name.

International Admissions Advisors