Graduate Students
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California State University Monterey Bay provides high-quality post-baccalaureate educational experiences for students from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. We offer master’s, credential, and certificate programs in a variety of disciplines. For a list of the post-baccalaureate programs we offer, please visit our Graduate and Credential Programs website.
All applicants for any type of post-baccalaureate or graduate standing (e.g., master's degrees, credentials, or certificates) must submit an application and submit all required documentation within the appropriate filing period.
IMPORTANT NOTE: CSUMB no longer supports Alumni email addresses, therefore all applicants including those expected to graduate shortly are encouraged to apply with a Non-CSUMB email address to prevent any disruption in communication.
Quick Links
- Read the Graduate Admission Requirements.
- Review the program-specific requirements.
- Verify the application deadline for your program.
- Submit your Cal State Apply Graduate Application.
If you need assistance submitting your application, please review the step-by-step Cal State Apply guide for Graduate applications.
- Submit your official transcripts to the Office of Admissions from all colleges attended.
- Provide documentation and test scores, if necessary.
- Domestic Applicants that attended school outside of the United States - Review additional documentation requirements.
- Veterans and Military Dependents - Review your educational benefit information or contact the CSUMB Veteran Services office.
- International Students - Please review the International Program’s How to Apply page for additional information.
Once you apply, you will receive instructions on accessing your CSUMB dashboard where you will find:
- Your application status
- A personal checklist of tasks to complete your application
- Your transcript status and deadlines
- Important reminders and updates as you progress through the application process
IMPORTANT - If you miss the deadlines posted on your dashboard, your application (and potentially your offer of admission) may be rescinded.
- Pay the $100 enrollment confirmation deposit to reserve your spot
- Submit final official transcripts for in-progress courses and degrees:
- Spring In-progress: Final transcripts due January 13
- Summer In-progress: Final transcripts due September 15
- Fall In-progress: Final transcripts due July 8
- Check with your program for additional requirements
- Apply for Housing
- Graduate Programs Contact List
- Graduate Application Guide
- Transcripts
- Domestic Applicants with International Documents (DWID)
- Graduate Applicant FAQ
- California Residency
- Cost and Aid
- Financial Aid
- Housing
- Visit Campus
Contact us at 831-582-3738 or email us at graduateadmissions@csumb.edu.