All first-semester students – including International students – are required to participate in a SOAR workshop. Additionally, International students must attend a Center for International Education (CIE) Immigration Clearance Session to avoid visa status issues that may impact attendance at the university.
International freshmen can visit SOAR Information for Freshman for a step-by-step process to fulfilling this university requirement..
International transfer students can visit SOAR Information for Transfer Information for deadlines, details, and links to completing this university-required program..
For further CIE information, please email cie-admission@csulb.edu or visit the Center for International Education website.
Visit the Center for International Education