You are now one step closer to earning your MHA! This page will provide you the details you need to complete the admissions process.
To apply, just follow these four easy steps:
Step 1
Learn about the MHA program at CSU Channel Islands and your eligibility.
Step 2
Apply to CSU Channel Islands through Cal State Apply.
Step 3
Submit documents and test scores. For specifics, please see below.
Step 4
Submit Intent to Enroll and deposit.
You will be notified of your admissions status by email. If you are accepted, you will receive a custom link to submit the $250 non-refundable payment. The payment will be applied to your first semester tuition.
Application Periods
We accept students twice a year, during the fall and spring semesters.
- Fall: October 1 - June 1
- Spring: August 1 - November 1
*Program launch Fall 2025 pending approval from the CSU Chancellor's Office
Admission Requirements
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- Admissions application at CalState Apply online & $70.00 application fee
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Work experience related to healthcare
Gerontology Certificate application requirements:
*Graduate Certificate program launch Fall 2026 pending approval from the CSU Chancellor's
Office.
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- Admissions application at CalState Apply online & $70.00 application fee
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Work experience related to healthcare
Required Documentation
The following documentation is required:
- Two Short Essays (500 words each)
- Current Resume
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- One set of official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
Helpful tips and templates to use:
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- Current Resume Instructions (PDF, 199K)
- Current Resume Template (Docx. 29.7K)
- Letter of Recommendation Form (from academic or professional setting) (PDF, 267K)
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Two Short Written essays:
Maximum words: 500 words per essay, 12 font size, Times New Roman, double-spaced.-
- Essay #1: Discuss your personal and/or professional healthcare experiences and explain how these experiences have prepared you for this program. How will earning the MHA/certificate degrees at CSU Channel Islands enable you to contribute to enhance leadership in healthcare?
- Essay #2: Describe your plan for meeting professional responsibilities and the demands of the program.
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How to Turn In Transcripts
Electronic
Electronic transcripts are preferred. You can request official electronic transcripts from your community college/university directly. If your school's transcript ordering system asks for a recipient name and email, please indicate CSU Channel Islands and ext@csuci.edu. We will not accept transcripts emailed to our Admissions office from the student.
By Mail
CSU Channel Islands
Sage Hall Attn: Admissions
One University Drive
Camarillo, CA 93012
Submit Intent to Enroll Deposit
You will be notified of your admissions status via email. If you are accepted, you will receive a custom link to submit the $250 non-refundable payment. The payment will be applied to your first semester tuition. Please complete and submit as soon as possible.