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Newly Admitted Students

After You're Accepted

Have you received an offer of admission? If you have, then there are a few things you need to complete before you can join our Toro family. It is important to read through the next steps of enrollment and complete all the requirements by the deadlines.

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Undergraduate Students Starting Fall 2026

Log into ouraccountand review your "To Do" list and your "Holds" list. Please pay attention to all deadlines and complete items on your dashboard checklist.

Students outside the U.S. will need to Zoom with our IT Department to set up their passwords. To do so, no appointment is needed, login to the Zoom anytime between 9am - 6pm PDT.

For help on how to log into your account, watch this tutorial:

Students MUST complete their Intent to Enroll deposit and sign up for the mandatory New Student Orientation by To Be Announced. See this video for more:


All Students

Submit final academic reports and documents to International Admissions.

International Undergraduate Applicants:

    • Application deadline: May 1, 2026
    • Document deadline: June 1, 2026

Deadlines only for students with coursework completed outside the U.S.:

Please have your official sealed documents (still in their unopened original envelope from the issuing authority) mailed to our office or bring them with you to orientation before the semester begins.

The deadline for official transcripts is June 1, 2026

    Mail documents to Office of Admissions and Recruitment:

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    Office of International Education
    1000 East Victoria Street, WH 290
    Carson, CA 90747 USA

    Attend the Mandatory International Student Orientation

Graduate Students Starting Fall 2026

Log into ouraccountand review your "To Do" list and your "Holds" list. Please pay attention to all deadlines and complete items on your dashboard checklist.

Students outside the U.S. will need to Zoom with our IT Department to set up their passwords. To do so, no appointment is needed, login to the Zoom anytime between 9am - 6pm PDT. Zoom room link: .

For help on how to log into your account, watch this tutorial:


Students MUST complete their Intent to Enrolland sign up for the mandatory New Student Orientation by To be determined.

Deadlines for students with coursework completed outside the U.S.:

Please have your official sealed documents mailed to our office or bring with you to orientation before the semester begins.

All Graduate and Postgraduate Students

Submit final academic reports and documents to International Admissions.

Graduate deadlines are program specific (please see table below).

All Provisionally Admitted Students

  • Approved financial statement deadline: August 7, 2026
  • Official international academic records deadline: October 11, 2026

Graduate Deadlines for Programs Opened for F-1 Visa Issuance:

Major description Degree Fall 2026 Document and Application Deadline
Marital and Family Therapy MS February 1
Master of Social Work MSW February 1
Psychology:Clinical Psychology MA February 1
Psychology: Health Psy Track MA February 1
Biology MS March 1
Environmental Science MS March 1
Education Curric&Instr MA April 1
Education: Dual Language Learning MA April 1
Soc:General Sociology MA June 1
Computer Science MS June 1
Cyber Security MS June 1
English: Literature MA June 1
English: Lit Rhet & Comp MA June 1
Health Science: O & P MS June 1
MPA Public Management MPA June 1
Spec Education MA June 1
Classified Postbac: Teacher Ed Cred (Single Subject/Multiple Subject) Credential June 1
Classified Postbac: Teacher Ed Cred (Special Education Credentials) Credential June 1
Classified Post-bacc: PK-3 Credential Credential June 1
Teacher Induction Credential Credential June 1

Mail documents to Office of Admissions and Recruitment:

ɫ, Dominguez Hills
Office of International Education
1000 East Victoria Street, WH 290
Carson, CA 90747 USA
The deadline for official transcripts is October 11, 2026.

Attend the Mandatory International Student Orientation.

Students Transferring from a U.S. Institution

Students Already on an F-1 Student Visa Transferring to CSUDH

Step1

Transfer your I-20: Request your current school to transfer your I-20 record to CSUDH. School code: LOS214F00655000.

Step2

Log into our student account and review your "To Do" list and "Holds" list. Please pay attention to all deadlines and complete items on your dashboard checklist.

Step 3

Purchase Health Insurance:

Step 4

Graduate Students: RSVP to the Mandatory International Student Orientation (iss@csudh.edu) and complete Intent to Enroll.

Undergraduate Students:In your studentportal, complete your Intent to Enroll, pay the deposit of $125 towards your registration fees. Sign-up for the New Student Orientation (NSO) and pay the $99 orientation fee.

Spring 2026 deadline (undergraduates only): December 5, 2025.

Watch the Intent to Enroll & New Student Orientation Registration tutorial video for step-by-step guidance:


Graduate Intent to Enroll Deadline: To be Announced

Step 5

Graduate Students:Contact your program advisorfor the course plan.

Undergraduate Students: Sign up for your academic pre-orientation session, which is where you complete your academic counseling and class registration.

Step 6

Arrange for housing accommodations:
CSUDH Housing Information.

Step 7

Attend the Mandatory Orientation on TO BE Announced. Documents are due BEFORE the orientation (click here for a list of required documents).

Students Outside the U.S. (need F-1 Student Visa)

Before Arriving in the U.S.

We've gathered some information in order to make your move to the U.S. as easy as possible. Review the following tips on student visas, travel information, housing, and CSUDH registration.

Preparing Your Immigration Documents

Enrolling in Classes

Step1

Review your I-20 form:
Contact International Admissions immediately if a correction is needed at int-admissions@csudh.edu
Log into ouraccountand review your "To Do" list and your "Holds" list. Please pay attention to all deadlines and complete items on your dashboard checklist. Here's a .

Step2

Pay the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) I-901 fee ("SEVIS fee"):

Information:
School Code: LOS214F00655000
SEVIS Identification Number: Number on top upper left side beginning with an "N."

Print out two receipts and present oneat the visa interview with the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Keep the other receipt for your records.
Purchase Health Insurance:

Step 3

Contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate toschedule a visa appointment:

Graduate Students:Contact your program advisorfor the course plan.

Undergraduate Students: Sign upfor your academic pre-orientation session for academic counseling and registration.

Step 4

Gather documents neededfor the visa interview: Valid passport, I-20 form from CSUDH, SEVIS fee receipt (printed out), and financial documents.

Please review the guidelines provided on the U.S. Embassy website for details.

Graduate Students: RSVP to the Mandatory International Student Orientation on January 15, 2026. Complete Intent to Enroll.

Undergraduate Students:In your portal, complete your Intent to Enroll, pay the deposit of $125 towards your registration fees. Sign up for New Student Orientation (NSO) and pay the $99 orientation fee. Click for instructions. The Spring 2026 deadline is November 29, 2025.

Step 5

Prepare for the interview:
The visa interview is a short conversational interview. You have to explain why you want to study in the U.S., and how you will pay for school costs and living expenses.
Arrange for housing accommodationsnear the campus:
CSUDH Housing Information

Step 6

Plan arrival date and place:
The earliest time you can enter the U.S. 30 days prior to the program start date on your I-20. Please make travel arrangements carefully.
Arrange transportation from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)to your lodging.

Step 7

Carry your documents with you on the airplane.Keep your passport, F-1 visa, CSUDH I-20 form, SEVIS I-901 fee receipt, financial documents, and the CSUDH admission letter with you.

Important Contacts

International Admissions (IA)

  • Can help you with the questions about transcripts, academic records, and admissions document holds.
    E-mail: Int-admissions@csudh.edu
  • Can help you with questions about issuing I-20's and collecting Financial Affidavit with bank statements and Passport.
    E-mail: F1visa@csudh.edu

International Student Services (ISS)

  • can help you with questions about insurance holds, mandatory check-in, class registration and orientation information.
    E-mail:iss@csudh.edu

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