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As an international student, how much will I pay as the application fee for California State University through Cal State Apply?

12 Oct 2026 · Answered by Gangadhara N S · 1 min read
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International students applying to California State University through Cal State Apply typically pay a non-refundable application processing fee of USD 70. You must complete the online application and pay the fee by the programme deadline, so check the official page for the latest figure.

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You typically pay a non-refundable application processing fee of USD 70 (approx INR 6,778) when you apply through Cal State Apply. You must pay it by the programme deadline.

Application Fee and Process

ItemDetails
Application platformCal State Apply (system-wide online application)
Fee for international studentsUSD 70 (approx INR 6,778), non-refundable
DeadlinePay by the programme deadline

What to Keep in Mind

  • California State University is a public university system with 22 universities.
  • Applicants to campuses such as CSUSB complete the same system-wide online application, but check whether the fee applies per campus.
  • Check the admission deadlines for your course before applying.
  • Check the official page for the latest fee.

My Advice

Do not wait for the last day. Create your Cal State Apply account early, check the deadline for your specific campus and course, and confirm the fee on the official page before you pay.

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