Cal State Apply has replaced CSU Mentor as the new CSU application for admission. Visit the appropriate tab below for details on the new application process and how to apply to CSULB.
Freshmen
Check Key Dates and Deadlines for when to apply and find out why CSULB is the University of Choice! Long Beach is a diverse, student-centered, globally engaged university providing highly valued programs of study through superior teaching, research, creative activity, and service for the people of California and the world.
All applicants must meet the minimum CSULB eligibility requirements to be considered for admission. For a complete list of requirements, visit our Freshmen Application and Admissions website.
Freshmen Applicant Resources:
- Visit Cal State Apply - Freshmen for additional information.
- Before you submit your application via Cal State Apply,
please visit the CSU Application Freshmen Checklist page (PDF). - Freshmen Applicants Frequently Asked Questions.
Need assistance with your application?
Contact customer support by email at: CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com or by phone at: (857) 304-2087.
Transfer
Check Key Dates and Deadlines for when to apply and find out why CSULB is the University of Choice! Long Beach is a diverse, student-centered, globally engaged university providing highly valued programs of study through superior teaching, research, creative activity, and service for the people of California and the world.
All applicants must meet both CSU eligibility requirements and CSULB Major Specific requirements to be considered for admission. Additionally, you must declare a major when submitting your application. Unfortunately, alternate majors are not being considered at this time.
Transfer Applicant Resources:
- Visit Cal State Apply - Transfer for additional information.
- Before you submit your application via Cal State Apply,
please visit the CSU Application Transfer Checklist page (PDF). - Transfer Applicants Frequently Asked Questions.
- Information on Associates Degree for Transfer (ADT)
Need assistance with your application?
Contact customer support by email at: CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com or by phone at: (857) 304-2087.
Graduate
Check Key Dates and Deadlines for when to apply and find out why CSULB is the University of Choice! Long Beach is a diverse, student-centered, globally engaged university providing highly valued programs of study through superior teaching, research, creative activity, and service for the people of California and the world.
To qualify for admission to a Master’s or Doctoral program, you must meet the general university admission requirements for graduate standing as well as the professional, personal, scholastic and other standards as prescribed by the program.
Graduate Applicant Resources:
- Visit Cal State Apply - Graduate for additional information.
- Before you submit your application via Cal State Apply,
please visit the CSU Application Graduate Checklist page (PDF). - Graduate Applicants Frequently Asked Questions.
Need assistance with your application?
Contact customer support by email at: CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com or by phone at: (857) 304-2087.
International
Check Key Dates and Deadlines for when to apply and find out why CSULB is the University of Choice! Long Beach is a diverse, student-centered, globally engaged university providing highly valued programs of study through superior teaching, research, creative activity, and service for the people of California and the world.
To qualify for international admission to CSULB, you must meet the Center for International Education admissions requirements. Requirements vary depending on program and level of entry.
International Applicant Resources:
- Visit Cal State Apply - International for additional information.
- Before you submit your application via Cal State Apply,
please visit the CSU Application International Checklist page (PDF). - International Applicants Frequently Asked Questions.
Need assistance with your application?
Contact customer support by email at: CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com or by phone at: (857) 304-2087.
Credential
Check Key Dates and Deadlines for when to apply and find out why CSULB is the University of Choice! Long Beach is a diverse, student-centered, globally engaged university providing highly valued programs of study through superior teaching, research, creative activity, and service for the people of California and the world.
Prospective applicants who would like to pursue a post-baccalaureate credential in the College of Education must apply and be admitted both to the University and to a specific credential program. Visit the College of Education's requirements page for more information.
International Applicant Resources:
- Visit Cal State Apply - Credential for additional information.
- Credential Applicants Frequently Asked Questions.
Need assistance with your application?
Contact customer support by email at: CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com or by phone at: (857) 304-2087.
Special Programs
Check Key Dates and Deadlines for when to apply and find out why CSULB is the University of Choice! Long Beach is a diverse, student-centered, globally engaged university providing highly valued programs of study through superior teaching, research, creative activity, and service for the people of California and the world.
Special Programs Resources:
- Visit 2nd Bachelor Programs for additional information.
- Visit Certificate Program Requirements for more information.
- Qualifications for post-baccalaureate admission
- How to Apply for Admission to Special Programs?
Need assistance with your application?
Contact customer support by email at: CalStateApply@liaisoncas.com or by phone at: (857) 304-2087.