How to Apply

The following steps provide the information you need to apply to one of our graduate programs. Graduate programs include:

  • Master's degrees
  • Credentials
  • Certificates

Step 1

Step 2

  • Make an appointment with the appropriate program director.
  • If you are interested in the leadership and organizational studies program, please contact the Visalia Center (to begin the program in Visalia) or the Graduate Admissions Office for Fresno.
  • If you are unsure which program is right for you, contact the center that is closest to you and schedule a meeting with the graduate program representative:
  • Fresno       Visalia       Bakersfield

Step 3

WHAT'S NEXT?

  1. Submit the rest of the admission requirements via fax, email or postal mail. Official transcripts must be received by our office in a sealed envelope.
    Contact:      Graduate Admissions Office
                      1717 S. Chestnut Ave.
                      Fresno, CA  93702
                      Phone: 559-453-2016 (Fresno area)
                                 888-328-0378 (toll free)
                      Fax: 559-453-2100
                      gradadmis@fresno.edu
       
    Admission program requirements and forms can be found here.
       
    International students please check with our International Programs & Services Office (IPSO) for further information.
  2. If seeking financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
    Contact:     Student Financial Services Office
                     Phone: 559-453-2041 (Fresno area)
                                866-321-7502 (toll free)
                     Fax: 559-453-5595
                     Email: sfs@fresno.edu
  3. Your completed graduate file will go the program director for admission review.
  4. Each applicant will receive a decision letter within 2 - 4 weeks of completing the application.
 
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