General Information
Thank you for your interest in California State University, Sacramento. Sacramento State is one of the 23 campuses of the California State University System, the largest senior public system of higher education in the United States. Our University seeks to maintain a balanced program with students from countries around the world while assisting sponsored students from developing countries to enroll in appropriate programs. Currently, international students from over 100 countries attend the University. Sacramento State University enrolls approximately 500 international students in a total student population of approximately 28,000.
The University offers a wide range of academic programs leading to bachelor's and master's degrees in the liberal arts, sciences and professional level disciplines. There are no doctoral programs. Sacramento State also offers a comprehensive teacher preparation program and the pre-professional undergraduate preparation necessary for post-baccalaureate enrollment in health science and law schools. Sacramento State is fully accredited by the Western Association of School-Colleges Association. Two-thirds of the faculty, which numbers more than 1,000, hold doctorate degrees.
Sacramento State is on the early semester plan with fall classes beginning in early September and ending in mid-December and spring classes beginning in late January and ending in mid-May. A comprehensive summer session, on and off-campus courses, and various institute, workshop and travel-study courses complement the regular academic year programs.
Located 90 miles from San Francisco, Sacramento has warm summers and mild winters. Most major airlines serve the Sacramento International Airport. Interstate bus lines also serve the area. Inter-city transportation is provided by Regional Transit buses and a Light Rail system.
APPLICATION FILING PERIODS BEGINS
Fall Semesters
| Overseas Applicant | October 1 |
| Applicant within the United States | October 1 |
| Application and Document Deadline | Contact International Admissions (916) 278-7772 or by email intlinfo@csus.edu |
Spring Semesters
Overseas Applicant August 1 Applicant within the United States August 1 Application and Document Deadline Contact International Admissions (916) 278-7772 or by email intlinfo@csus.edu
Applicants are encouraged to submit their application before the deadline date to ensure consideration. Be aware that dates are subject to change without notice.
Undergraduate international students are not eligible to apply for Interior Design, Graphic Design and the Nursing Programs.
TOEFL
(Test of English as a Foreign Language)
The
TOEFL is
required if your native language is not English**. The minimum
score for undergraduates is 510. The minimum score for graduates
is 550 with the following exceptions: for Communication Studies
560, Speech Pathology 560, English 600, and International
Affairs 570. Education Testing Service now offers a computer
based TOEFL exam. Those students completing the computer
based TOEFL will be required to earn a minimum of 180 for
undergraduates, and 213 for graduate admission with the following
exceptions: for Communication Studies 220, Speech Pathology
220, English 250, and International Affairs 230. Students
completing the new internet based test will be required to
submit a minimum score of 64 for undergraduates and 80 for
graduates and second bachelor’s degree (some
graduate departments will have higher score requirements).
Note: California State University Sacramento interprets “where English was the principal language of instruction” to mean that a school is located in a country where English is the native language (the daily medium of communication of the majority of residents is English), and that the students receive academic instruction in all subjects (except foreign language courses) at all levels of education in English.
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STATEMENT
A
confidential statement is required providing documented evidence that
you possess sufficient funds (approximately $22,337 to $23,729 for a
full year) to cover expenses without financial
assistance from the University. The money must be guaranteed and not
anticipated. Verification of bank accounts by bank authorities are acceptable.
Financial Aid and scholarships are not available to international students.
REQUIRED
PLACEMENT TESTS
Sacramento State requires
new undergraduate students to be tested in English (English Placement
Test - EPT) and mathematics (Entry Level Mathematics Test - ELM)
prior to enrollment. These are not admission tests but determine
eligibility to enroll in specific courses. Students may be exempt
from EPT and ELM based on prior coursework or standardized test
results. The International Admissions Office will notify you if
you are required to take the tests.
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The admission decision is made when all documents are received. About one month after the required documents have been received, applicants who have been admitted will be sent a letter of admission and an SEVIS I-20 form or SEVIS DS-2019 form as appropriate (to obtain F-1 or J-1 visa). Applicants who are not admitted will be notified.
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VISA
REGULATIONS
It
is essential that applicants comply with the government regulations
of their home country as well as with those of the United Sates. International
students are required to register each semester for a full-time program
of studies (minimum 12 semester units for undergraduates and 9 semester
units for graduate students).
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HOUSING
The Housing Office can provide information regarding available off-campus housing.
The University also has
six residence halls which accommodate 1,300 students. The residence halls
are frequently filled to capacity and early application is strongly advised.
For information about cost, meal plans, and dates of occupancy, please visit
the Housing & Residential Life web site at www.csus.edu/housing or call (916) 278-6655.
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HEALTH
REQUIREMENTS
Test for tuberculosis is required. A health insurance policy, or evidence of
equivalent medical protection valid in the United States is also required.
Beginning Fall 1986, all new and readmitted students born after January 1,
1957 are required to show proof of immunity to Measles and Rubella.
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UNIVERSITY
CATALOG
A description of the academic programs, with details on each course offered,
is contained in the University Catalog. The catalog is available by mail (or
in person) at the Hornet Bookstore, 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819-6055.
The Cost for mailing in the United States is $8.50; cost of mailing outside
of the U.S. will vary depending on destination.
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OFFICE
OF GLOBAL EDUCATION
The Office of Global Education, located in Lassen Hall, Room 2304, assists
international students after their admission. Orientation/Registration, immigration
liaison, community relations and assistance in curricular and co-curricular
activities also are provided.
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California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento State) web-site www.csus.edu will give information on the following selected topics:
- Academic Information
- University Catalog and Class Schedule
- Campus Calendar, Events, News and Special Announcements
- Student Organizations
- Student Activities
- Worldwide and Community Services and Resources
- Employment Opportunities
- Computing and Network Services
For
further International Admissions information please contact:
Office of Global Education
International Admissions
California
State University, Sacramento
6000 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95819-6012
Email: intlinfo@csus.edu
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NON-DEGREE
OPTION
Please
note that those students wishing
to apply for the non-degree option must
submit all the same
documentation
as those applying for a degree. You must submit with the application
the non-refundable $55.00
(US currency)
application fee payable to California State University, Sacramento. Click
here to print
the paper application. The application, along with
all materials should be sent
to:
Monica G.
Freeman
Coordinator, International Programs
Office of Global Education
California State University
6000 J Street
Sacramento, California 95819-6012
Freshman or those not currently enrolled at a University outside the United States are not eligible to apply to Sacramento State as Non-degree applicants.
