Bachelor's degree application steps

Ready to earn your degree at Cal State Monterey Bay? Earning your undergraduate degree typically takes four years for a first-time freshmen or two years for an upper division transfer student. 

Step 1: Review bachelor's program

• Academics
• Admission requirements
  • If you do not meet the minimum English proficiency requirement, you may be eligible for Conditional Admission
• Important dates
• Tuition and fees

Step 2: Complete application form

Submit your application on Cal State Apply. View the application guideline for a step-by-step process. 

Step 3: Submit required documents

Email the required documents below to International Admissions. 

• Scanned passport photo page
• Official transcripts
• Proof of English proficiency
• Financial affidavit 

Current F-1 visa holders (already in the U.S.)

• I-20 transfer in form

Please note: Official transcripts and proof of English proficiency can be submitted as unofficial documents for an initial admission decision. However, official documents must be submitted for final admissions acceptance. 

 

Questions?

For questions in regards to admissions, please reach out to the International Admissions office via email or call +1 (831) 582-3516. We are available Monday-Friday from 8 am - 5 pm (Pacific Standard Time).