California State University-Monterey Bay accepts application during fall, summer and spring. Applicants aiming for undergraduate courses can apply through the CalStateApply. During 2018 admissions, a total of 12,423 students were enrolled. Out of these 4,558 were male while 7,865 were females. The university offers online as well as offline courses.

  • Admission to UG courses depends upon number of factors like Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Completion of college-preparatory program and Admission test scores (SAT/ACT).
  • During 2018, 92% of the students submitted SAT Scores.
  • There are only 10% of students enrolled as part-time students.

Highlights

Application Portal CalStateApply
Application Fee 55 USD
Acceptance Rate 53%
Payment Mode Credit cards or debit cards, cheques, money orders
Intake Seasons Fall, Summer and Spring
Academic Calendars Semester based
Student-faculty ratio 27:1
Work study Available
Financial Aid Student loans, Grants, Federal aid, Scholarships

California State University-Monterey Bay Admission Deadlines

The application deadlines vary a bit for domestic students. Below are the application deadlines for both the applicants applying through CalApply.

Student Type Application Deadline
International Students October 1 to March 31
Domestic or Transfer students October 1 to December 15

California State University-Monterey Bay International Admissions

CSU offers a total of 60 undergraduate majors programs for all applicants. Some requirements for international students differ as compared to domestic students. Following are the requirements that need to be fulfilled by an international applicant :

  • Secondary education must be in an academic track.
  • Have a minimum 3.00 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) in academic courses of the last 3 years of high school/secondary education.
  • Must graduate from high school/complete your secondary education by the end of the Spring term prior to Fall enrollment.
  • Strongly encouraged that you take the SAT or ACT by December for fall admission.

Language Requirements for International Students

International students who want to apply to California State University-Monterey Bay are required to demonstrate their proficiency in English by fulfilling either one of the criteria as mentioned below:

Test Type Minimum Scores(UG) Minimum Scores(PG)
TOEFL 61 ibt or higher 80 ibt or higher
TESOL program: 100 ibt or higher
IELTS Band 5.5 or higher Band 6.0 or higher
TESOL program: Band 7.5 or higher
PTEAcademic 44 or higher 53 or higher

SAT/ACT Scores

Below are the recent 25th and 75th percentile of applicants enrolled in CSU

Test Type 25th percentile 75th percentile
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 480 590
SAT Math 480 570
ACT Composite 17 23
ACT English 16 23
ACT Math 17 23

Selection Criteria for International Applicants

  • International applicants are ranked by their GPA in college preparatory courses and offered admission based on space availability in the major or college.
  • Admission to Cal State LA is very competitive for non-local applicants. As a result, many eligible applicants will not be offered admission.
  • For Fall admission eligibility review, transcripts must include grades through the Fall term.

California State University-Monterey Bay Undergraduate Admissions

California State University-Monterey Bay The general undergraduate admission process for a prospective student at California State University-Monterey Bay is given below:

  • Completed each of the courses in the comprehensive pattern of college preparatory subject requirements with a grade of 'C' or better, prior to high school graduation.
  • Minimum CSU Eligibility Index which uses the highest ACT composite, or SAT (Math and Evidence-Based Reading and Writing) test scores in this determination.
  • Minimum 2.70 GPA in the comprehensive courses.
  • Applicant must be graduated from high school, or earned a GED, by the end of the Spring term prior to Fall enrollment.

Supporting Documents: English proficiency test scores, proof of financial ability or letter of sponsor, copy of passport for international applicants, Proof of health insurance

California State University-Monterey Bay Graduate Admissions

California State University-Monterey Bay offers The general admission requirements are as follows:

Additional Information

  • Students are accepted into the Anthropology program for the fall semester only.
Course Academic Requirements
Accountancy, M.S. Official transcripts from Bachelors; Minimum three years work experience; Two letters of Recommendation; Professional résumé; Statement of purpose; Unofficial transcripts;
Anthropology, M.A. Baccalaureate in anthropology and a 2.75-grade point average;
Business Administration, M.S. Official transcripts; Work experience, Prior education, GMAT or GRE scores, and Letters of recommendation;
Business Administration, MBA Completion of a four-year Bachelor's degree; GMAT or GRE Scores; Three years of Work experience;

Applicants must submit the appropriate admission applications and related materials by the indicated deadline. Each program has its own departmental review process. Students recommended for admission by the department must meet the minimum university admission eligibility requirements. Provisional offers of admission made to applicants with a degree in progress will be subject to verification. Admission offers will be withdrawn if degree verification is not provided by the requested deadline.