How to Apply

Please use the assistance guide for additional assistance on how to submit your online application.

Step 1. Create Account & Start Application

1. Go to https://www2.calstate.edu/apply; select “Apply Now” from the homepage to start the application process.
2.  Click the “Create an Account” button. Once all of the required fields are completed and you agree to the terms and conditions select the “Create my account” button. Select “Continue” to complete your account and begin the application.
3. Complete your profile. Fill in the education field with “Graduate” for level of degree, “Master’s degree or higher” for type of degree, Fill in all other questions and save changes. 
4. Select “Start Your Application” to launch the application.
5. Select the following for each of the fields: “CSU Northridge” for campus, “Face to Face” for delivery format, “Main campus” for location, and the start term you are applying for.
6. Scroll down to view the full list of programs. Results may be longer than one page. Locate and click on Master of Health Administration program.
7. Scroll to the top of the page and click “I am Done, Review My Selections.”
8. Click “Continue to My Application.”

Step 2. Personal Information Quadrant

Begin by clicking on the Personal Information Quadrant. For the Personal Information Quadrant some information is required while other information is optional. You are required to fill out all fields unless they have the word in tiny grey italic print following them. Click the “Save and Continue” button after completing each section.

Step 3. Academic History Quadrant 

For the Academic History Quadrant, some information is required, while other information is not required. Begin by entering all of the colleges and universities you attended.

• If you are currently attending CSUN or earned your bachelor’s degree from CSUN, you are not required to enter transcript information. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click “I Am Not Adding Any College Transcripts.”
• Applicants who completed their bachelor’s degree and are not currently taking courses can scroll to the bottom of the page and click on “I Am Not Adding Any College Transcripts”
• If you currently have coursework in-progress and/or have planned coursework for next semester, please scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on “Start” and then begin entering your transcript information for each school you have attended. Enter courses under the institution where you originally took the course. Include any in-progress or planned coursework.

Please provide your GPA information for each college or university you have attended. If you are an international student and received your bachelor's degree outside of the U.S., please submit TOEFL scores. Please scroll down and add your TOEFL test scores. 

Step 4. Supporting Information

Click “Continue to Next Section” to move forward. It will continue you to the Supporting Information Quadrant.

Supporting Information will be entered into the supplemental application (Step 2 below). Therefore, it is not required, however you do need to go into each section and indicate that you are not adding any information. To do this click on the “I Am Not Adding Any Experiences,” “I Am Not Adding Any Achievements,” and “I Am Not Adding Any Documents” buttons on each section.

For the Statement of Purpose, type “Not Applicable” in the box. You will be uploading your personal statement or statement of purpose in the supplemental application. Click “Save and Continue” and “Continue to Next Section.”

Step 5. Submit Application

Click on “Submit Application” when all of the above steps have been completed. Click “Submit All.” Click, Continue to pay the non-refundable application fee $70, which can not be transferred to another term. Specific payment instructions follow.

Step 6. Mail Required Materials

Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities (including community colleges; but not those already on file at CSUN), GRE or TOEFL scores (if applicable) that you have attended. Mail your official transcript(s) (in their original sealed envelopes) to CSUN Admissions and Records at 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330. Processing time can take some time, so we recommend requesting transcripts be sent as soon as possible.

Step 7. Complete the MHA Program Application

Please move on the MHA Program Application (below)

All information must be submitted for the CSU application (above) and the MHA program for the application to be considered complete. The information provided below will be used by the Admissions committee to make an informed decision.

Create Account & Start Supplemental Application

1. Go to https://www.applyweb.com/cgi-bin/app?s=csun; select “Create Account” from the homepage to start the process. Input information and click “Create Account.”
2. Login using the account information that you created. 
3. Click “Online Application” under Apply Online to begin the application process.

Page 1. Personal Information

Add your personal information and click “Save” followed by “Next Page.”

Page 2. Program Selection

Select “Health Administration” and the Fall term you are applying for.

Page 3. Recommender Information

Add the name, organization, position, and email for each recommender. An email request will automatically be sent to the evaluator on your behalf. Please advise your evaluator to look for this email in their inbox, as well as their spam or junk-mail folder, as emails do occasionally get filtered out. Give appropriate time to allow your recommenders to get the letters submitted. We require three letters of reference.

Here are some basic guidelines to help your evaluators write their letters of recommendation:

1. Must be specific to the Master of Health Administration program at CSUN (addressed to the MHA Admissions Committee)
2. Written on official department or institutional letterhead
3. Answer the following questions:
   • How long and in what capacity do you know the applicant? 
   • Based on your interactions with the applicant, what are your personal impressions of his/her intellectual capacity, character, professional skills, and ability to do academically succeed and advance their career? 
   • Provide concrete example(s)
4. Submit directly to the link provided in the email

Note: If your recommender cannot find the evaluation form, it is located in the original email they received from the application website.

Note: All 2 letters of recommendation must be completed for the application to be submitted for review. It is your responsibility to ensure all of your letters of recommendations are in and that the application has been submitted. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the admissions committee.

Page 4. Personal Statement Video

Video Content Guidelines:

1. Introduction: Begin by introducing yourself briefly. Include your name, academic background, and any work/volunteer experience.
2. Motivation for a master’s in health administration: Elaborate on why you are interested in obtaining a master’s degree in health administration. This should include specific subjects within Health Administration that intrigue you, your career aspirations, where you see yourself professionally and academically in the next five years, and potential contributions you aim to make in the field by completing the MHA program.
3. Why CSUN: Discuss why you have chosen California State University, Northridge, as the institution for your postgraduate studies. Highlight the features of CSUN’s program that are particularly aligned with your academic and professional goals.
4. Unique Qualities: Discuss any personal or professional attributes that make you an ideal candidate for the program. Feel free to mention any achievements, skills, or experiences that will contribute to your success in the program and in the field of Health Administration.
5. Concluding Remarks: Sum up your main points and restate your enthusiasm for the program and the institution.

Note: If you are still in the process of completing your degree, indicate this in the personal statement video

The student will submit the video essay directly within the supplemental application.

Page 6. Test Scores

Our program does not require the GRE, please hit "Next Page" to move forward in the application.

Page 7. Resume

Please upload a current resume which demonstrates your healthcare work experience. Be sure the descriptions provide accurate and relevant information. Your experiences should be in reverse chronological order (most recent experiences should be first).

Page 8. Pledge

This last page includes a pledge that indicates that all information provided is complete and accurate. Specific payment ($30) instructions follow.