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Whether you’re a prospective student, international applicant, or current member of the CalMU community, here you’ll find quick answers to the most common questions about admissions, programs, student life, and technical support.
Prospective Students
Yes. Explore the Admissions section for requirements, applications, financial aid, scholarships, program guides, and virtual tours.
Visit the Programs section, where you can filter by degree level or field of study and view details on curriculum, faculty, career outcomes, and completion time.
Options include federal aid (grants/loans), scholarships for domestic and international students, military benefits, flexible payment plans, and international scholarships. Contact finaid@calmu.edu for guidance.
CalMU provides support through apartment partnerships, homestay programs, housing referrals, and roommate matching services.
International Students
All programs, including STEM-designated programs (MSCIS, MSAI, MBA in Data Analytics), which qualify for extended OPT.
Yes. Services include orientation, cultural adjustment workshops, tutoring, housing assistance, cultural events, immigration advising, and health insurance guidance.
Submit official translated transcripts, course syllabi, and evaluation by a NACES-member agency. Up to 90 credits may transfer for bachelor’s and 18 for master’s programs.
Student Life & Resources
Students from 50+ countries, inclusive curriculum, cultural celebrations, accessibility services, interfaith support, and diversity training for staff.
Yes, it’s fully responsive, with touch-friendly design, fast loading, and mobile form submissions.
Yes. Through CPT courses, internship partnerships, job placement services, networking events, career fairs, and LinkedIn Learning access.
Technical Questions
Computer (Win10/Mac 10.14+), broadband internet, modern browser, webcam/mic, MS Office (free for students). Optional: mobile device, printer/scanner.
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Download a brochure for an in-depth look at CalMU undergraduate degree programs.
Upcoming Deadlines
We offer spring and fall start dates for our most popular programs.
- Summer 2 Deadline: May 1, 2026
- Fall 1 Deadline: June 26, 2026
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Our team of advisors is ready to answer your questions, so if you’d like to talk to an enrollment director, please contact us.