Review & Notification

The Graduate Studies Office uses email as the official means of communication; applicants are required to maintain a current email address on file and check their email regularly. Please be sure to inform the Graduate Studies Office at ced-gradstudies@csulb.edu of any changes in your email address and/or telephone number.  You may also check the status of your admission application by visiting the Applicant Self-Service webpage (please note that Applicant Self-Service will be available to you a few days after you complete the Cal State Apply application).

The Faculty Admissions Committee will review completed applications received by the program deadline for applicants who meet minimum qualifications. You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application. The program coordinator may contact you with questions about your application.

You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application approximately four to six weeks after the deadline.

Candidates who are invited for admission will follow the Enrollment Services Steps for New Students to finalize their admission with the university. Candidates will also be invited to a orientation meeting with the program coordinator.