No, you do not need to take or submit the SAT to gain admission to California State University, Northridge. In alignment with system-wide policies enacted across the entire California State University network, undergraduate admissions are test-optional, meaning SAT and ACT scores are not used in the evaluation process. Instead, admissions committees focus primarily on a holistic review of high-quality metrics, paying close attention to your high school grade point average, completed a-g coursework rigor, and overall academic preparation.