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Foreign students (F or J Visas) must apply through International Admissions. Do NOT fill out the general graduate studies application as it will slow down your application process.
You are required to submit two (2) OFFICIAL transcripts from ALL colleges and universities attended directly to the Office of Graduate Studies (see address below) by the application deadline.
Transcripts already on file with CSU, Sacramento need not be resubmitted unless there is additional work to be reported. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT SACRAMENTO STATE TRANSCRIPTS.
Please note: Applicants who attended foreign institutions are required to submit transcripts one month prior to application deadline, in order to allow time for foreign credential evaluation.
Transcripts should be addressed to:
Office of Graduate Studies
California State University, Sacramento
River Front Center 215
6000 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95819-6112
The Graduate Admissions Office must receive sealed official transcripts before your application will be processed.
Applicants may apply to only one program per admission cycle.
IMPORTANT!!! Most degree programs require some type of supplementary materials, such as a departmental application, test scores, letters of recommendation, writing samples, etc. You should always contact the department office of your intended program for information as to what materials are required and when they are due. A University Application is always required.
- Teaching Credential Candidates should contact the College of Education Teacher Preparation and Credentials Office (916-278-6403) for specific requirements and procedures before applying to the University.
- Administrative Credential Candidates should contact the Educational Leadership Program (916-278-5559) for specific requirements and procedures before applying to the University.
- Special Education and School Psychology Credential Candidates should contact the Special Educational Program (916-278-6622) for specific requirements and procedures before applying to the University.
- Counseling Education PPS Credential Candidates should contact the Counseling Educational Program (916-278-5399) for specific requirements and procedures before applying to the University.
- Social Work PPS Credential Candidates should contact the Social Work Program (916-278-6943) for specific requirements and procedures before applying to the University.
- Nursing Credential Candidates should contact the Nursing department (916-278-6525) for specific requirements and more information.
Please note that incomplete applications will be denied.
