Apply for a Student Visa
If you are not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you will need to obtain a student visa to study at CSUMB. After acceptance to your program you will receive important immigration documents along with your admissions package in the mail.
Acquiring a student visa can be a lengthy and time-consuming process. The wait times vary by embassy and The U.S. Department of State maintains a list of current wait times.
We recommend that you start the process as early as possible.
Check the current Visa Appointment & Processing Wait Times
Types of student visas
F-1 visa
Students in the following categories will be issued an F-1 Visa while studying at CSUMB:
- Degree-seeking Undergraduate, Graduate and Certificate programs
- American Language & Culture Program (ALCP)
- Students with agents
J-1 visa
Students in the following categories will be issued a J-1 Visa while studying at CSUMB:
- Students from partner universities
- CSUIP (Cal State System Wide Exchange Program)
- IREX
- World Learning
- ISEP
- National Student Exchange (non-U.S. Citizens)
Select your visa type below for more information about how to obtain your student visa.