Steps for Applying
To view available programs, please visit the Graduate Programs page.
Applicants must apply to both the university and a specific program. Students must apply to the university, via
Cal State Apply. Students must also submit a supplemental application through their desired program's
department. The supplemental application may include, but is not limited to: Program
application, Resume, Letter of Recommendation, GRE/GMAT, etc.
Please see below for program deadlines.
Fall Semester: Cal State Apply application opens October 1st
Spring Semester: Cal State Apply application opens August 1st
*University and program deadlines subject to change depending on academic year
**Summer and Winter terms offered through Extended University
Official transcript(s) must be sent from each college and/or university (excluding
CSU Bakersfield). Electronic delivery is the recommended method of delivery. You can
verify with your institution if you can request electronic transcripts. Transcripts
can be sent through external or third-party vendors (Credential Solutions, eTranscriptCA,
National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, etc.). When ordering your official transcripts,
select California State University Bakersfield as the intended recipient. If California
State University Bakersfield is not listed, please use the following address below:
Electronic delivery
Paper/Hard Copy delivery
CSUB - Office of Graduate Admissions
9001 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93311
To view your program requirements, please visit the Graduate Programs. Here, you may also view the contact information for your Graduate Program Director.
Graduate Program Deadlines
Graduate programs may request a supplemental application in addition to the application through Cal State Apply. The supplemental application is required for final program review and must be submitted by the program's deadline seen below. *University and program deadlines subject to change depending on academic year.
Second Bachelor's Programs Deadline:
Spring 2024: August 01, 2023- August 31, 2023
Fall 2024: October 01, 2023-November 30, 2023
***Nursing-RN to BSN (Main Campus-Post Licensure): 03/01/2024
| Credential | Spring Program Deadlines | Fall Deadlines |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple/Single Subject | Monday, October 30, 2023 |
Monday, June 03, 2024-Main Campus Tuesday, June 25, 2024-Antelope Valley |
| Special Education - Mild Moderate Support Needs | Wednesday, November 1st, 2023 | Sunday, June 30, 2024 |
| Special Education - Extensive Support Needs | Wednesday, November 1st, 2023 | Sunday, June 30, 2024 |
| Graduate Programs | Spring 2024 Program Deadlines | Fall 2024 Program Deadlines |
|---|---|---|
| Biology -MS | Friday, September 15, 2023 | Friday, March 15, 2024 |
| Business Administration (MBA) | Wednesday, November 1, 2023 | Monday, June 3, 2024 |
| Counseling Psychology - MS | Closed | Friday, February 09, 2024 |
| Educational Administration - MA | Closed | Sunday, June 30, 2024 |
| Educational Counseling - MS | Closed | Friday March 1, 2024 |
| English - MA | Thursday, November 30, 2023 | Wednesday, June 5,2024 |
| Geology - MS | Thursday, November 30, 2023 | Sunday, June 30, 2024 |
| Health Care Administration (MSHCA) | Thursday, November 30, 2023 | Sunday, June 30, 2024 |
| History - MA | Wednesday, November 1, 2023 | Wednesday, April 3, 2024 |
| Nursing FNP - MS | Closed | Closed |
| Public Administration (MPA) | Thursday, November 30, 2023 | Sunday, June 30th, 2024 |
| Social Work (MSW) | Closed | Friday, February 16, 2024 |
| Spanish - MA | Wednesday, November 1, 2023 | Sunday, June 30th, 2024 |
| Special Education - MA | Wednesday, November 1, 2023 | Sunday, June 30th, 2024 |
Educational Leadership (E.d.D.)
- Offers an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership with two unique degree options:
- Pre-K-12 Educational Leadership and
- Postsecondary Educational Leadership (including Community College leadership and administration)
|
Fall |
Spring |
|---|---|
| Saturday, June 01, 2024 | Closed |