Coursework Outside the U.S.

Freshman Applicants with two or more years of coursework taken outside U.S. will be reviewed on the admission requirements listed below:

  • Earn a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) or an average of "B" grades. If required, ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ will convert your GPA of coursework outside the U.S. prior to application evaluation. Please note that some majors require higher GPAs than others.
  • Successfully complete three years of college preparatory mathematics with a minimum grade of "C" or better.
  • Submit official test scores from an approved English language proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or Duolingo). Scores must be sent directly to ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ from the testing institution. You can view the minimum score requirements by visiting our International Applicant page and clicking on English Language Proficiency Exam Requirements.
  • Complete four years of College Prep English by coursework or an ELP passing score.
    Submit official secondary school (high school) transcripts, which must include the completion/graduation date.
  • Submit SAT/ACT exams (optional and only used for course placement if you are admitted).
  • Submit official transcript(s) from school(s) outside the U.S.
  • Review information on Impaction to learn about the ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ selection process

If you took coursework outside the U.S. for less than two years, you must meet CSU Eligibility Requirements.

If you are required to have an F-1 or J-1 Visa to study in the U.S., please refer to the International Undergraduate Admission Requirements on our International Applicant page.

If you attended a school with U.S. Accreditation, you must meet CSU Eligibility Requirements.