When and How to Apply/Deadlines

When to Apply

The application priority filing periods are as follows:


**Fall  Semester **Spring Semester

*Bachelor's Degree (Undergraduate Student) 

October 1 - May 1

July 1 - September 15

*Master's Degree (Graduate Student)

October 1 - March 1

August 1 - September 15

*In the event that a deadline falls on a day in which the campus is closed, the deadline will be extended to the next campus work day.

** Fall semester begins in August / Spring semester begins in January

Notes:
1) Certain graduate programs have admission only for the fall. Other programs have earlier closing dates. See
    the Office of Graduate Studies for details.
2) Late applications may be accepted on a case by case basis.

How to Apply

Apply online at CSU Mentor: www.csumentor.edu

A $55 fee is payable online at the time of application.
Note: Undergraduate students (Bachelor's level) who cannot submit the online application, may submit a paper application.

In addition to the online application, submit by mail:

  • Financial support documents
  • Official transcripts (one for undergraduates, two for graduate applicants)
    Note: Students from India: Please submit attested non-consolidated mark sheets
  • Proof of English language proficiency (Select university code 4048 to send TOEFL scores to CSU, Chico)
  • Copy of passport bio data page

Graduate programs often have additional program requirements including test scores, letters of recommendation, etc. See graduate programs list for details.

After applying online, mail supporting materials to the addresses below:

Bachelor's Degree (Undergraduate) Master's Degree (Graduate)

Attention: Maria Olson
Office of International Education
400 West First Street
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA 95929-0680
USA

Attention: Rosanne Kenoyer
Office of International Education
400 West First Street
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA 95929-0680
USA