These steps will walk you through how to apply to CSUF business graduate programs. Admission to the program is competitive and based on the holistic assessment of each candidate’s academic, personal and professional background. Please make sure to submit your Cal State Apply application, and college online application and supplemental materials by the application deadline noted below. Paper applications are no longer available.

Step 1: Complete the Cal State Apply Application

Applicants must submit all transcripts, degree certificates and test scores to Cal State Apply Application. Please click the links below:

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As you navigate the application process through Cal State Apply, please note the following items:

• In the Supporting Information section of the application, you may opt out of submitting anything in the Experience section. 
• Under Program Materials, add unofficial copies of your transcripts in the Documents section.
• Submit the application fee.

Step 2: Submit the college's supplemental application items.

Upon submission of the Cal State Apply application, you will receive an email with a unique link and instructions on how to complete our supplemental application.  

• Statement of purpose
• Professional résumé

Step 3: Send supplemental documents to the Graduate Admissions Office.

• Official Graduate Aptitude Exam Score Report
  • GMAT:  www.mba.com (Select code that matches degree program of interest)
  • GRE:  www.ets.org (Select code 4589)
    
    
• International Student Requirements
  • Translated copy of all degree certificates from previous colleges and/or universities
    
    
  • Official transcripts and degree certificates are required from schools listed on the Cal State Apply Application
    
    
  • Transcripts sent electronically, faxed or opened are not considered official.
    
    
  • The university will accept The International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP) through World Education Services in place of official transcripts for applicants unable to mail transcripts directly from their colleges and/or universities. To learn more about this option, please contact WES - All academic records received become official records of the university and cannot be returned or reissued.
    
    
  • Official English Proficiency Exam Score Report (if all degrees were obtained outside of the United States)
    • See the  Masters/Graduate Student Guidelines
    • TOEFL:  www.ets.org  (Select code 4589 - Minimum 88 IBT)
    • IELTS:  www.ielts.org (Select code 4589 – Minimum 7)
    • PTE:  www.pearsonpte.com  (Minimum 65)
    • Duolingo: www.englishtest.duolingo.com (Minimum 120)

• • CSUF Financial Affidavit signed by financial sponsor
    • Download Affidavit Form from Fullerton.edu
      
      
  • Bank statement from your financial sponsor's bank (dated within the last year), showing sufficient funding.
    
    
  • Copy of your passport
    
    
  • Copy of your current I-20 and/or I-94, if your are currently in the United States
    • For questions regarding international student required documents, contact International Education at iss@fullerton.edu or 657-278-2787.

• Official Transcripts:

  • Submit official transcripts from the college or university where you earned your bachelor’s degree.

  • Additional transcripts may be requested; please check your Tasks in the CSUF student portal to ensure no outstanding items are needed.

    • Electronic transcripts are preferred; please refer to your college’s transcript ordering website for available options.

      • You may find additional information regarding electronic transcripts on the university’s Office of Admission CSUF Office of Admissions Transcripts Page.

    • You may mail transcripts to us using the address below.

      • Office of Admissions P.O. Box 6900, Fullerton, CA 92834

Download or print the Graduate Admissions Checklist (PDF).

Application Deadlines

Programs	Fall 2025	Spring 2026
FEMBA	Filing period opens: Oct. 1, 2024 Application due: June 15 2025	No Spring Admissions Offered
Flexible MBA Full-Time and Part-Time MBA	Filing period opens: Oct. 1, 2024 Application due: June 15, 2025 International students Application due: April 15, 2025	Filing period opens: Aug. 1, 2024 Application due: Nov. 15, 2025 International students Application due: Oct. 1,2025
MA Economics	Filing period opens: Oct. 1, 2024 Application due: June 15, 2025 International students Application due: April 15, 2025	Filing period opens: Aug. 1, 2024 Application due: Nov. 15, 2025 International students Application due: Oct. 1, 2025
MS Accountancy	Filing period opens: Oct. 1, 2024 Application due: June 15, 2025 International students Application due: April 15, 2025	Filing period opens: Aug. 1, 2024 Application due: Nov. 15, 2025 International students Application due: Oct. 1, 2025
MS Accounting and Finance	Filing period opens: Oct. 1, 2024 Application due: April 1, 2025	Filing period opens: Aug. 1, 2024 Application due: Nov. 15, 2025
MS Information Systems	Filing period opens: Oct. 1, 2024 Application due: June 15, 2025 International students Application due: April 15, 2025	Filing period opens: Aug. 1, 2024 Application due: Nov. 15, 2025 International students Application due: Oct. 1, 2025
MS Information Technology (online)	Filing period opens: Oct. 1, 2024 Application due: June 15, 2025	No Spring Admissions Offered
MS Taxation	Filing period opens: Oct. 1, 2024 Application due: June 15, 2025 International students Application due: April 15, 2025	Filing period opens: Aug. 1, 2024 Application due: Nov. 15, 2025 International students Application due: Oct. 1, 2025

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at businessgradprograms@fullerton.edu.