California State University Channel Islands’ Semester at CI program allows international students to enroll in regular university credit classes on a “space-available” basis, subject to the approval of the instructor and the Academic Affairs department. Check the CSU Channel Islands Schedule of Classes for class meeting times and locations. The application and registration process is easy. Admission to the University is not required. Eligible international students will be issued an I-20 immigration form which allows students to apply for an F1 student visa.
We are now accepting new international students for the Fall and Spring semesters.
Application Process
Please submit the following to the International Programs office:
- Semester at CI Application Packet (PDF, 401KB)
- Non-refundable application fee of $250.00
- Non-refundable fee for a Student ID card of $15.00
- Bank Statement – you must show a minimum of $15,500.00 for one semester
- English Proficiency Score (TOEFL iBT61, IELTS 6.0, iTEP 5, Eiken Pre-1, DAAD B score, PTE 46, Duolingo Academic Test 95)
- Passport Copy
- Course Request Form for Semester at CI (PDF, 236KB)
- Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
- Instructions on how to submit credit card payment is here.
Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester: December 1*
- Fall Semester: July 1*
* If you are a student already studying in the USA on an F-1 visa and looking to transfer, please contact us about a possible late application.
Fall Program Fee Due
- The tuition fee for the Fall 2024 semester is due on August 20, 2024.
- Submitting the program fee any later could lead to a delay in receiving access to online course materials.
Spring Program Fee Due
- The tuition fee for the Spring 2025 semester is due January 14, 2025.
- Submitting the program fee any later could lead to a delay in receiving access to online course materials.
Health Insurance Deadline
- Due on August 1, 2024 for the Fall 2024 semester.
- Due on December 1, 2024 for the Spring 2025 semester.
- Health insurance must be purchased from JCB Insurance.
Program Dates
Fall 2025
- Start: August 20, 2025 (Orientation)
- End: December 13, 2025
- Units Required: 12
Spring 2025
- Start: To be determined (Orientation)
- Classes Start: January 17, 2025
- End: May 16, 2025
- Units Required: 12
Tuition Fees
- Spring 2025: $6,350 (USD) for 12 units
- Fall 2025: $6,350 (USD) for 12 units
Fees and dates are subject to change without notice. $305 (USD) for each additional unit over the amount listed. Lab/classroom fees as assigned.
Registration
Newly enrolled students must attend the mandatory orientation which is offered before the semester begins. Both new and continuing students must be present at the first class meeting of the semester in order to speak with the instructor about adding the desired class. If space is available, pre-requisites have been met and the instructor approves, a permission code will be given to register in your myCI university account. Instructions will be given at orientation. After receiving the permission number(s) from the instructor, register within the listed registration period for weeks 1-3 on the Registration Calendar.
Please note that Nursing (NRS), MechAtronics Engineering (EMEC) and 500+ level graduate level classes are reistricted. Classes offered through Extended University are also restricted.
For refund information visit Student Business Services.
Contact & Further Information
For further information or any questions, please call us at 805-437- 3107 or email us at international@csuci.edu.
Please submit all application materials to international@csuci.edu.
Mailing Address:
CSU Channel Islands
International Programs
Sage Hall 2061
One University Drive
Camarillo, CA 93012-8599