Undergraduate academic requirements
- Non-resident or non-California high school graduates with A-G GPA of 3.0 or greater will qualify without needing additional Campus Admission Category values (i.e., 3.0 GPA X 800 = 2,400 points).
Learn more about studying Business Administration: Marketing Management as an international student.

What California State University, East Bay says about their program:
The M.B.A. program supports students’ career advancement by preparing them for positions of leadership in an increasingly diverse and globally competitive economy. The program is centered on the rigorous knowledge of the basic functional areas of business, an appreciation of management challenges in a global context, and opportunities to develop students’ interpersonal and executive leadership skills. The Marketing Management concentration prepares students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a marketing career. The concentration offers a series of up-to-date courses with a strong emphasis on experiential learning. Students are trained to think conceptually and apply the concepts and tools in a practical manner. In addition, the thrust of the option is to encourage creative solutions to marketing problems. MBAs graduating with a Marketing Management concentration may choose from a wide variety of career opportunities with manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, trade and industry associations, e-business, marketing product/brand manager, marketing researcher, sales manager, project director, market analyst, pricing manager, marketing communication manager, marketing consultants, and account executives.

Undergraduate
6.0
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Postgraduate
6.5
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Undergraduate TOEFL or IELTS can be waived for applicants who meet English proficiency by coursework as follows:
English composition, speech, critical thinking, and mathematics.
Postgraduate
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
You must demonstrate your English language ability by submitting a TOEFL or IELTS score that meets our minimum requirement OR hold a US bachelor's or master's degree. Some applicants may be exempt from this requirement.
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A full non-resident tuition fee waiver worth over $14,000 per year, awarded to incoming undergraduate international (F-1 visa) students. Open to first-time freshmen (minimum 3.3 GPA) and junior-level community college transfer students (minimum 3.5 GPA) who demonstrate financial need. Renewable for up to four years provided the recipient maintains the required GPA and enrolls in at least 15 units per semester. This scholarship is explicitly designed for non-resident international undergraduates, waiving the higher non-resident tuition they would otherwise pay.
A non-renewable award of $2,800 or more for one academic year (fall and spring), available to undergraduate international (F-1 visa) freshmen, transfer students, and continuing students. Requires a minimum 3.3 GPA, fewer than 75 completed semester units, demonstrated financial need, and enrollment in at least 15 units per semester. Students may reapply annually if they remain eligible. Eligibility is limited to F-1 visa holders, making this an international-student-specific award for undergraduates.
A one-time $1,000 award (up to three given annually) for international students, including undergraduates, who hold F-1 visa status and are continuing their degree studies full-time at a Study California member institution such as Cal State East Bay. Selection is based on academic achievement, leadership, and financial need, with a minimum 3.0 GPA required. The award covers educational expenses like tuition, fees, books, and supplies. Because eligibility requires F-1 visa status, this scholarship is specifically open to international undergraduate students.
All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.
US$18,605 per year
from US$17,555 to $32,780 per year

| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,695 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,856 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $111 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $76 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $64 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $81 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $155 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $13 |
| Gym membership | $55 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.