Students develop English proficiency to communicate in work and social situations. The Intensive English Program provides custom-designed courses for groups of students. Programs can be customized to suit your group's schedule and special needs. For more information, contact the Intensive English Program. The service screens the student's academic and financial records to determine if the student is qualified to enter CSUN or participating community colleges nearby, prior to achieving the required English proficiency.
Eligible students obtain conditional admission status.
This optional service is open to individuals enrolling in the Intensive English Program. All fees are non-refundable. This program enables international students who have advanced English proficiency to enroll in regular university courses for academic credit. Students at CSUN enjoy all of the advantages of a large university. Many languages are spoken at the Intensive English Program, including Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Thai, and Vietnamese.