Application Instructions
We are excited that you are interested in applying to our programs, and would like to assist you with the application process. Please choose the type of degree you are looking for from the list below for application assistance.
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Certificate
Please note that you must apply separately to your academic department as well as to the CSUN university (except for Special Education certificates, which do not have a separate department application). It is recommended that you first apply to the department before you apply to the university.
| 1. Department Applications | 2. University Application |
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Visit our department websites for instructions on how to apply directly to them.
| Applications to the university are submitted through Cal State Apply. Click the link below to start your university application. Application AssistanceClick below for the step-by-step instructional slideshow on submitting your university application.
If you are having difficulty with Cal State Apply, you can seek help via:
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Further Assistance
For further assistance, you can contact the following representatives from the academic department you are applying to.
- Educational Psychology & Counseling – Naomi Gonzalez at (818) 677-2599 or naomi.gonzalez@csun.edu
- Secondary Education – Mónica García at (818) 677-4999 or monica.g.garcia@csun.edu
- Special Education – Tamarah Ashton at (818) 677-4869 or tamarah.ashton@csun.edu
Teaching Credential
Credential Application
Spring 2020 application deadline: December 1st, 2019
Fall 2020 application deadline: July 1st, 2020
Fall 2020 application deadline: July 1st, 2020
Click the button below to begin the application process on the Credential Office website.
Program Title in Cal State Apply
When designating your program in the Cal State Apply application, choose the “Credential Only” option.
Application Assistance
Click below for the step-by-step instructional slideshow on submitting your university application.
If you are having difficulty with Cal State Apply, you can seek help via:
- The Applicant Help Center, including Live Chat support
- The application support line at 857-304-2087 or CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com
- The frequently asked questions page
Further Assistance
For further assistance, you can contact the Credential Office at (818) 677-CRED (2733) or credprep@csun.edu
Deaf Studies Bachelor's Degree
University Application
Applications to the university are submitted through Cal State Apply. Click the link below to start your university application.
Application Assistance
If you are having difficulty with Cal State Apply, you can seek help via:
- The Applicant Help Center, including Live Chat support
- The application support line at 857-304-2087 or CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com
- The Frequently Asked Questions page
Further Assistance
For further assistance, you can contact Kristi Meador in the Department of Deaf Studies at (818) 677-7011 or deaf.advisement@csun.edu
Doctorate of Education Degree
Please note that you must apply separately to your academic department as well as to the CSUN university. It is recommended that you first apply to the department before you apply to the university.
| 1. Department Application | 2. University Application |
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Click the link below to begin the application process on the Doctoral Program website. | Applications to the university are submitted through Cal State Apply. Click the link below to start your university application. Program Title in Cal State ApplyPlease note that some of our programs have alternate titles in Cal State Apply. You will need to select these titles when applying for one of the following programs.
Application AssistanceClick below for the step-by-step instructional slideshow on submitting your university application.
If you are having difficulty with Cal State Apply, you can seek help via:
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Further Assistance
For further assistance, you can contact the Doctoral Office at (818) 677-2403 or edd.mdecoe@csun.edu
Master's Degree
Please note that you must apply separately to your academic department as well as to the CSUN university (except for Special Education Master's, which do not have a separate department application). It is recommended that you first apply to the department before you apply to the university.
Fall 2020 Application Deadlines
- Elementary Education Masters – August 1
- Secondary Education Masters – July 1
- Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Masters – August 1
- Educational Psychology and Counseling: ONLY FOR Early Childhood Education Masters and Certificates, Career Counseling Certificate – August 1, no other programs admit for Fall
- Special Education Masters – January 1
| 1. Department Applications | 2. University Application |
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Visit our department websites for instructions on how to apply directly to them.
| Applications to the university are submitted through Cal State Apply. Click the link below to start your university application. Program Titles in Cal State ApplyPlease note that some of our programs have alternate titles in Cal State Apply. You will need to select these titles when applying for the following programs.
Application AssistanceClick below for the step-by-step instructional slideshow on submitting your university application.
If you are having difficulty with Cal State Apply, you can seek help via:
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Further Assistance
For further assistance, you can contact the following representatives from the academic department you are applying to.
- Educational Leadership & Policy Studies – Mariel Noyes at (818) 677-2591 or mariel.noyes@csun.edu
- Educational Psychology & Counseling – Naomi Gonzalez at (818) 677-2599 or naomi.gonzalez@csun.edu
- Elementary Education – Zulema Reyes at (818) 677-2621 or eed@csun.edu
- Secondary Education – Mira Pak at (818) 677-2181 or mira.pak@csun.edu
- Special Education – Tamarah Ashton at (818) 677-4869 or tamarah.ashton@csun.edu