Student Resources

Supporting you every step of the way on your graduate school journey.

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General Information for Graduate Students

You can learn more about the Cal State Monterey Bay graduate student experience and expectations in the CSUMB Graduate Student Handbook, which includes the most up-to-date information on topics such as:

Admission Requirements
Degree and Course Requirements
Academic Standing Policies
Thesis/Culminating Experience Requirements
Graduation Information

You can learn more about the CSUMB Academic Standing Policy here.

Support for Graduate Students at CSUMB

Otters support each other through and through. As part of the CSUMB family, you’ll have access to the same services and resources as undergraduate students, such as:

Academic Advising and Coaching
Health, Wellness and Counseling Services
Tutoring and Learning Support
Career Development
Graduate Student Housing
Veteran Services

Campus Resources

Learn more about the services and programs available to you, from confidential counseling and basic needs to IT and registration help.

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Research Resources

From funding to finding source materials, we’ve got you covered. Learn how we support your research endeavors at CSUMB.

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Student Activities and Recreation

Graduate students have many ways to get involved on campus, from joining organizations to simply enjoying our beautiful coastal campus.

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Graduate Financial Aid

Learn more about paying for your graduate education at CSUMB — and how financial aid programs like grants, scholarships and work-study may help cover costs.

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Graduate Student Housing

Full-time graduate students can make their home at the Frederick Park Apartments on CSUMB’s East Campus. These two-bedroom units are a convenient commute to our main campus.

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Otter Alumni Association

Our support doesn’t end when you graduate. You’ll have access to a lifetime of resources as part of the Otter alumni network.

Learn About the Alumni Association

Graduate and Credential Student Forms

Additional Unit Authorization for Graduate and Credential Students

Request permission to enroll in more than the maximum allowable units for your program. Advisor or Program Coordinator approval is required. Completed form is submitted to the Office of the Registrar (records@csumb.edu).

Grad 699 Registration Form

Enroll in Grad 699. Approval from Graduate Faculty Program Coordinator or Graduate Faculty Advisor is required. Completed form is submitted to the Extended Education Academic Credit Programs Office (extended@csumb.edu).

Graduate/Credential Reinstatement Petition

Appeal for reinstatement to your program after you have been academically disqualified. Submit the completed form and supporting documentation to the Office of Graduate Studies (gradstudies@csumb.edu).

General Forms

Outgoing Exchange Registration

Enroll in a placeholder course if you are participating in the exchange program through MIIS. Approval from Faculty Advisor, Program Coordinator or Department Chair is required. Completed form is submitted to the Office of the Registrar (records@csumb.edu).

Student Personal Information Change

Update or correct your legal/primary name, Social Security Number, date of birth or gender.

Please note: Active students can update their preferred name and contact information in their OASIS Student Center.

If you choose not to (or are unable to) submit the online form, you can submit the paper version of the Student Personal Information Change form to the Campus Service Center (Building 47).