When you join the Cal State Monterey Bay community, you’ll also have a chance to make your home on our welcoming, coastal campus. We offer a variety of housing options from traditional residence halls ...

Discover the stunning beauty of Cal State Monterey Bay, where coastal life meets a vibrant, inclusive campus community. Immerse yourself in a transformative educational journey and open doors to a ...

The following is information for international and National Student Exchange (NSE) students. International students must pay by the standard university-posted deadlines. Make payments online CSUMB has ...

If you are a student on an F-1 Visa and will be completing a course of study, you may be eligible for 12 months of employment through Optional Practical Training (OPT). Unlike CPT, OPT does not ...

To drive in California, you will need to apply for a driver's license. California does not recognize an International Driving Permit. All international students over the age of 18 Completed the SEVIS ...

If you are an F-1 student, you have the option of working in the United States by engaging in practical training during your program. Practical training can provide valuable work experience by ...

The information below applies to J-1 exchange students who hold DS-2019 forms issued by the International Programs office at CSU Monterey Bay. Students whose DS-2019 forms were issued by another ...

While you’re attending CSUMB, you may want to travel inside and outside the U.S. during breaks, but before you pack your luggage, there are some steps you need to take to protect your status. Before ...

2025 taxes are due by April 15, 2026. For tax purposes, if you are considered a resident or non-resident, or if you received income in the last year, this will determine if you file Form 8843. In ...

The Fall 2026 course schedule will be available on March 2, 2026. Students from partner universities are responsible for confirming that the selected courses will be approved by their home university ...

Congratulations on being accepted to California State University, Monterey Bay! The International Student & Scholar Services team would like to welcome you and we look forward to assisting you with a ...