Congratulations on your acceptance to California State University, Northridge! Your hard work is paying off. You’ve been admitted to a university that exceeds students’ expectations for affordability, quality, location and a sense of belonging. We think you’ll do great things here — and our faculty and staff are here to support you every step of the way.
Learn more about what makes CSUN a great place to be. Then take the required next steps to becoming a Matador!
Here are a few of the many reasons CSUN is a great place to be. You can also find out what students and faculty are doing at CSUN Today.
Nationally recognized
- #3 for the most diverse learning environment — The Wall Street Journal
- #4 for “best bang for the buck” in the West — Washington Monthly
- #6 among the "most transformative colleges" — Money magazine
- #7 for social mobility of students and alumni — CollegeNET
- Among the top 25 American film schools — The Hollywood Reporter
Read more at What is CSUN known for?
Committed to excellence, equity and inclusion
With nearly 150 majors and options to choose from, programs to support first-generation college students and initiatives such as the Global Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Equity Innovation Hub, CSUN is committed to helping you gain the knowledge and skills you need to earn your degree as you build your future.
Professional connections
Successful learning happens not just in the classroom, but also in the real world during internships that can open doors to professional opportunities. Whatever your chosen field, CSUN can help connect you with options to apply your classroom learning in a professional environment. Visit the website for your major or graduate program office to explore the possibilities.
Nationally recognized
- #3 for the most diverse learning environment — The Wall Street Journal
- #4 for “best bang for the buck” in the West — Washington Monthly
- #6 among the "most transformative colleges" — Money magazine
- #7 for social mobility of students and alumni — CollegeNET
- Among the top 25 American film schools — The Hollywood Reporter
Read more at What is CSUN known for?
Committed to excellence, equity and inclusion
With 147 majors and options to choose from, programs to support first-generation college students and initiatives such as the Global Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Equity Innovation Hub, CSUN is committed to helping you gain the knowledge and skills you need to earn your degree as you build your future.
Professional connections
Successful learning happens not just in the classroom, but also in the real world during internships that can open doors to professional opportunities. Whatever your chosen field, CSUN can help connect you with options to apply your classroom learning in a professional environment. Visit the website for your major or graduate program office to explore the possibilities.
Next steps
Now that you’ve been admitted, there’s still more to do to complete your admission process. Select your class level below for important next steps.
Events
Visit Admitted Student Events, where you will find important links to required orientations as well as informative and fun events.
Enjoy arts and entertainment on campus and off.
There’s no shortage of great ways to enjoy your free time as a CSUN student. Check out Student Life for a glimpse of the many events and activities available to Matadors. There’s also the Soraya — CSUN’s center for the performing arts — and campus is just a short drive from the bright lights of Hollywood, iconic beaches, wonderful museums, sporting events and more!
Enjoy arts and entertainment on campus and off.
There’s no shortage of great ways to enjoy your free time as a CSUN student. Check out Student Life for a glimpse of the many events and activities available to Matadors. There’s also the Soraya — CSUN’s center for the performing arts — and campus is just a short drive from the bright lights of Hollywood, iconic beaches, wonderful museums, sporting events and more!
Resources
Visit Admitted Student Resources, where you will find campus services and offices ready to answer your questions as a newly admitted Matador.
Find your niche among hundreds of student clubs.
In addition to intramural sports and cultural clubs, CSUN is home to nearly 200 student clubs and organizations. From the Anime Club to the VEX Robotics Club, there’s something for everyone, and clubs are a great way to make friends, explore interests and further your passions. Search organizations and events by interest or major at MataSync.
Find your niche among hundreds of student clubs.
In addition to intramural sports and cultural clubs, CSUN is home to about 300 student clubs and organizations. From the Anime Club to the VEX Robotics Club, there’s something for everyone, and clubs are a great way to make friends, explore interests and further your passions. Search organizations and events by interest or major at MataSync.
#ProudMatador
Tell us what being a Matador means to you. Use #ProudMatador and tag CSUN for a chance to be featured on our social media.
Matador spirit zone
Celebrate becoming a CSUN Matador with these downloadable GIFs, Zoom backgrounds and fun activities.
Create your own book tags
Create your own MataCube
Print a Matador Hat
Print CSUN bunting
Animated GIF
Animated GIF
Animated GIF
Animated GIF
Animated GIF
Animated GIF
CSUN Zoom/desktop background
CSUN Zoom/desktop background
Explore campus
Take a peek inside our beautiful, 356 -acre campus through the photos below and our 360˚ Virtual Campus Tour. Then schedule an in-personal tour — or a self-guided tour on your own. Be sure to sign up for New Student Orientation and Explore CSUN to get answers to all your questions.
Student Recreation Center swimming pool
Commencement at the University Library
The Matador Statue
The Matadome
Dining at Student Housing
The Ralph Prator Fountain
The Soraya — the valley's center for the performing arts
The Campus Store
The Oasis Wellness Center
The University Library lawn
Sierra Hall
Student Housing suite
Student Housing swimming pool
Student Housing
Student Housing swimming pool
Student Housing volleyball court
The Matador Statue
Student Recreation Center swimming pool
Commencement at the University Library
The Matadome
Dining at Student Housing
The Ralph Prator Fountain
The Soraya — the valley's center for the performing arts
The Campus Store
The Oasis Wellness Center
The University Library lawn
Sierra Hall
Student Housing suite
Student Housing swimming pool
Student Housing
Student Housing swimming pool
Student Housing volleyball court
Back to top