SPE MA Application Procedures

Complete the Graduate Online Application at Cal State Apply. The University application requires a $70 non-refundable application fee. Visit the Graduate Studies Application Guide for more information. You will apply to the Master of Arts degree in Special Education.

After you have completed the application in Cal State Apply, but before the application deadline, submit one official electronic set of transcripts for all undergraduate and any post-graduate work. Electronic official transcripts from domestic institutions are encouraged and preferred to be sent to admissions@csudh.edu. Transcripts are considered official only when sent directly from the issuing institution to the CSUDH Office of Admissions: 

CSUDH Office of Admissions & Records 

1000 Victoria Street 

Carson, CA 90747

Applicants are expected to have a minimumof 3.00 grade point average (GPA) in the last 60 semester units of upper division and post baccalaureate work OR a combined score of 1000 or better on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). If you do NOT meet this requirement, submit a Low GPA Petition for Exception.

Upload a current curriculum vitae (resume).

Valid initial and/or advanced Special Education credential (e.g., California Level I/II, Preliminary/Clear, or Life Special Education Teaching Credential; hold closely aligned certification or demonstration of content knowledge in the field; out of state or international candidates must have equivalent credentials, or demonstration of deep current knowledge). Must upload copy of valid CA teaching credential or resume verifying equivalent knowledge base.

You will be asked to include the names and emails of two (2) professionals who can provide a realistic appraisal of your qualifications for graduate-level coursework. Your referrers will be contacted directly by the University to request letters of recommendation on your behalf. You will not be able to view these recommendations.