Welcome to our Admission Information Page for Graduate Programs!
Graduate Programs: General Information
- All prospective students are encouraged to attend an information session to learn about programs, requirements, and the application process: Graduate Programs Information Sessions.
- For more information about a specific program, please visit the program page.
Masters of Arts in Education
Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) Emphasis
Disability Studies (DS) Emphasis
Applications for Fall 2025 have closed.
*Visit the MA in Education page for more information.
Masters of Arts in Education: Educational Leadership Specialization
Higher Education Emphasis
- Applications for Fall 2026 open November 1, 2025
- Priority application deadline: February 13, 2026
- Application deadline: April 15, 2026
Admission Information:
*Visit the MA in Education page for more information.
Doctorate in Educational Leadership for Equity and Justice (DELEJ)
- Applications for Summer 2026 open October 1, 2025
- Application deadline: January 9, 2026
Admission Information:
*Visit the DELEJ page for more information.
Master of Science in School Counseling with Pupil Personnel Services Credential
- Applications for Summer 2026 open October 1, 2025.
- Priority application deadline: January 30, 2026
Admission Information:
*Visit the MS School Counseling page for more information.
Master of Arts in Early Childhood Studies
- Applications for Summer 2026 open October 1, 2025
- Applications are due: January 30, 2026
- Applications are due: January 30, 2026
Admission Information:
*Visit the MA in Early Childhood Studies page for more information.
Contact us
Nitzia Castaniero
Graduate Program Counselor for the MA in Education
805-437-8523
nitzia.castaniero@csuci.edu
Lyzette Cornejo
Administrative Support Coordinator: Department of Educational Leadership and School
Counseling and Psychology
Madera Hall 2610
805-437-3576
lyzette.cornejo@csuci.edu
Daniela Sierra
Program Counselor & Navigator: Educational Leadership
805-437-8579
Daniela.Sierra@csuci.edu