Extended Education and International Programs

International Programs at CSUMB

CSUMB offers international students the extraordinary opportunity to experience collegiate life at a small-feel university with large resources and national recognition. From the average class size of 20-30 students to the beautiful state-of-the-art research library, we have everything you need to be a successful student at CSUMB.

  • America's #1 Study Abroad Destination
  • Small classes with excellent instructors
  • Undergraduate research opportunities
  • Lowest tuition & fees in the 23-campus California State University System
  • Robust sports and aquatic facilities
  • National leader in service learning and civic engagement, earning recognition from the White House and Carnegie Foundation
Student Sabrina G., while studying in South Korea

Once you arrive at CSUMB, you also have the option to go study at universities around the world through our Education Abroad programs. International and domestic students have the option to study abroad as a CSUMB student, both at other U.S. universities and around the globe.

  • You can study in 30+ countries worldwide through CSUMB.
  • Exchange Programs, both international and in the U.S., for all academic majors/minors and area studies.
  • Most exchange opportunities in the CSU System, with 100+ universities worldwide.
  • You can study on exchange in 48/50 U.S. States through the National Student Exchange program.
  • If you study abroad on semester/year exchange, you pay our tuition which is one of the lowest in the CSU system!

For International Students

There are several options for international students who want to study at CSUMB for a short or long term.

For Current CSUMB Students

Current CSUMB students have many opportunities to study abroad all around the globe with Education Abroad.

One of the great things about studying at CSUMB is that international students get the opportunity to enjoy a true American college experience.

  • Study in brand new academic buildings
  • Live in modern residence halls with other international and American students
  • Academic resources from the largest 4-year public university system in the United States
  • 13 NCAA Division II athletic teams and dozens of intramural and club sports
  • 80+ Clubs & Student Organizations

With 23 bachelors degrees, 7 graduate programs, and much more, there's a study track for everyone at CSUMB. Check out just a few of our most popular and distinguished majors below:

  • Business Adminsitration
  • Psychology
  • Kinesiology
  • Biology
  • Computer Science
  • Marine Science
  • Sustainable Hospitality Management
  • Cinematic Arts & Technology
  • Global Studies
  • Environmental Science, Technology, and Policy

We hope we can welcome you to campus soon! If you're ready to apply or want to learn more, contact us at international@csumb.edu.