We are a vibrant comprehensive university with eight colleges that offer 48 master degree programs, a joint doctorate in Public History, and an independent doctorate in Educational Leadership.

Please note that California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento State) will only accept electronically filed applications (exception: department applications).

ALERT!!!!!

Due to the constraints in the California State budget, California State University, Sacramento will not be accepting applications for admission Spring 2010 – with very few exceptions.   The decision to close spring admissions is part of the CSU system’s overall effort to reduce enrollment. The closure applies to all regular (state supported) graduate applicants.
There will be a limited number of credential and special session (self-support) professional, graduate level programs offered in Spring 2010. Applications for Special Session programs will be accepted from August 1, 2009 through September 15, 2009.
Sacramento State operates under a completion deadline process. Your file must be complete by the closing date – all transcripts, test scores, and documents must be received by both the Office of Graduate Studies and any supplemental documents to the department by the close of business on the final application filing date.

Applications are term specific, which means that Sacramento State will not defer or roll forward your application or admission from term to term. If you do not attend Sacramento State in the term designated on your application, then you must reapply and submit a new application and fee for the subsequent term you wish to start attending Sacramento State.

NOTE
Per the CSU system, the priority application filing period for Fall 2010 will be October 1 - November 30, 2009.

This information is for applicants interested in Master's Degrees, Teaching Credentials or Post-Baccalaureate Study.

Undergraduate and 2nd Bachelor's Degree applicants should read the Undergraduate Admissions information.

Credential Candidates should contact the College of Education at (916) 278-6403 for specific requirements and procedures before applying to the University.

Nursing Credential Candidates should contact the Division of Nursing at (916) 278-6525 for specific requirements and more information.

International Students (F or J Visa) must apply through International Admissions. DO NOT fill out the university graduate application as it will slow down your application process.

Domestic Students applying with transcripts from outside the United States can see more info here.

Applying to graduate school at Sacramento State entails a two part process:

1) Submitting Online Application, Fees & Documentation

• Complete Online Application by Due Date at www.csumentor.edu – Please note the following:
  • Spring applicants may start submitting online applications starting August 1st
  • Fall applicants may start submitting online applications starting October 1st

2) Department Applications - Some programs require a supplemental application, which must be obtained from the department.

• For more information on individual graduate programs please visit: Programs.htm

Deadlines to submit applications are set by each department and are subject to change without notice. For the most up to date deadline list please visit: deadlines.htm