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Cal State LA

Your future starts now. Imagine yourself here at the premier public university in the heart of Los Angeles.

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Discover

Cal State LA

Your future starts now. Imagine yourself here at the premier public university in the heart of Los Angeles.

Stay informed

Discover

Cal State LA

Your future starts now. Imagine yourself here at the premier public university in the heart of Los Angeles.

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#1 for Upward Mobility

Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of our graduates. That means we’re the best university in the nation at helping our students earn their degrees and propel up the economic ladder.

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#1 for Upward Mobility

Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of our graduates. That means we’re the best university in the nation at helping our students earn their degrees and propel up the economic ladder.

#1 for Upward Mobility

Cal State LA is ranked number one in the U.S. for the upward mobility of our graduates. That means we’re the best university in the nation at helping our students earn their degrees and propel up the economic ladder.

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At A Glance

Learn about Cal State LA with a quick overview of facts and figures.

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Academic Variety

We offer 60 bachelor’s degree programs, 54 master’s degree programs, and four doctoral degree programs, as well as certificate and credential programs.

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Professor teaching in a classroom

Dedicated Faculty

Get to know award-winning instructors who provide mentorship and support.

At A Glance

Learn about Cal State LA with a quick overview of facts and figures.

Student holding a book in library

Academic Variety

We offer 60 bachelor’s degree programs, 54 master’s degree programs, and four doctoral degree programs, as well as certificate and credential programs.

Housing at Cal State LA
Professor teaching in a classroom

Dedicated Faculty

Get to know award-winning instructors who provide mentorship and support.

At A Glance

Learn about Cal State LA with a quick overview of facts and figures.

Student holding a book in library

Academic Variety

We offer 60 bachelor’s degree programs, 54 master’s degree programs, and four doctoral degree programs, as well as certificate and credential programs.

Housing at Cal State LA
Professor teaching in a classroom

Dedicated Faculty

Get to know award-winning instructors who provide mentorship and support.

We Are LA

Located in the heart of Los Angeles,
Cal State LA transforms lives and fosters thriving communities across the region. Meet our university.

We Are LA

Located in the heart of Los Angeles,
Cal State LA transforms lives and fosters thriving communities across the region. Meet our university.

We Are LA

Located in the heart of Los Angeles,
Cal State LA transforms lives and fosters thriving communities across the region. Meet our university.

Paying for College

Cal State LA has the lowest tuition and fees of any campus in the CSU. We also offer substantial financial aid to support your educational journey.
87%

Of students receive some form of financial aid

400

Scholarship Opportunities

$214M

in scholarships awarded

Ranked #1 Best Bang for the Buck Western College

Washington Monthly’s 2023 College Ranking Guide

Paying for College

Cal State LA has the lowest tuition and fees of any campus in the CSU. We also offer substantial financial aid to support your educational journey.
87%

Of students receive some form of financial aid

400

Scholarship Opportunities

$214M

in scholarships awarded

Ranked #1 Best Bang for the Buck Western College

Washington Monthly’s 2023 College Ranking Guide

Paying for College

Cal State LA has the lowest tuition and fees of any campus in the CSU. We also offer substantial financial aid to support your educational journey.
87%

Of students receive some form of financial aid

400

Scholarship Opportunities

$214M

in scholarships awarded

Ranked #1 Best Bang for the Buck Western College

Washington Monthly’s 2023 College Ranking Guide

Academics
And Research

Our academic programs and research opportunities prepare you to meet the challenges of today’s world, find your place in it and have an impact.

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Student fireman pulling a rope
Student playing a flute

Academics
And Research

Our academic programs and research opportunities prepare you to meet the challenges of today’s world, find your place in it and have an impact.

Student and professor in a lab
Student fireman pulling a rope
Student playing a flute

Academics
And Research

Our academic programs and research opportunities prepare you to meet the challenges of today’s world, find your place in it and have an impact.

Student and professor in a lab
Student fireman pulling a rope
Student playing a flute
A photo of Nikita.

“I have had incredible opportunities to work with faculty on various projects related to the health field, and these experiences helped me really fall in love with the power and beauty of science.”

– Nikita Mishra, ’22, B.S., Biochemistry

A photo of Nikita.
“I have had incredible opportunities to work with faculty on various projects related to the health field, and these experiences helped me really fall in love with the power and beauty of science.”

– Nikita Mishra, ’22, B.S., Biochemistry

“I have had incredible opportunities to work with faculty on various projects related to the health field, and these experiences helped me really fall in love with the power and beauty of science.”

– Nikita Mishra, ’22, B.S., Biochemistry

A photo of Nikita.

Take a Virtual Tour

Tour Cal State LA’s campus from the comfort of your home.

Take a Virtual Tour

Tour Cal State LA’s campus from the comfort of your home.

Take a Virtual Tour

Tour Cal State LA’s campus from the comfort of your home.

Life as a
Golden Eagle

At Cal State LA, you belong. Become a part of our vibrant campus community.

The Golden Eagle community is here to support your academic, personal and professional goals.

Join one of our more than 120 student organizations or start your own. Make friendships that will last a lifetime. Create community that feels like home.

Take advantage of our numerous support services, resources and events that help you earn your degree, cultivate your passions and have fun along the way.

Student playing ping pong in housing
Men's soccer celebration
Therapy dog with students
Students volunteering in I Serve LA T-Shirts

Life as a
Golden Eagle

At Cal State LA, you belong. Become a part of our vibrant campus community.

The Golden Eagle community is here to support your academic, personal and professional goals.

Join one of our more than 120 student organizations or start your own. Make friendships that will last a lifetime. Create community that feels like home.

Take advantage of our numerous support services, resources and events that help you earn your degree, cultivate your passions and have fun along the way.

Student playing ping pong in housing
Men's soccer celebration
Therapy dog with students
Students volunteering in I Serve LA T-Shirts

Life as a
Golden Eagle

At Cal State LA, you belong. Become a part of our vibrant campus community.

The Golden Eagle community is here to support your academic, personal and professional goals.

Join one of our more than 120 student organizations or start your own. Make friendships that will last a lifetime. Create community that feels like home.

Take advantage of our numerous support services, resources and events that help you earn your degree, cultivate your passions and have fun along the way.

Student playing ping pong in housing
Men's soccer celebration
Therapy dog with students
Students volunteering in I Serve LA T-Shirts

I can’t speak for everyone, but in my three years here, I met so many amazing, critical, and passionate scholars who have supported me in ways I could never imagine.  And this support isn’t just in academia; it is also in our mental well-being and our ambitions outside of class.

– Richard Hu, ’22, B.A., Asian and Asian American Studies; ’22, B.A., Communication

A photo of Richard.
I can’t speak for everyone, but in my three years here, I met so many amazing, critical, and passionate scholars who have supported me in ways I could never imagine.  And this support isn’t just in academia; it is also in our mental well-being and our ambitions outside of class.

– Richard Hu, ’22, B.A., Asian and Asian American Studies; ’22, B.A., Communication

A photo of Richard.

I can’t speak for everyone, but in my three years here, I met so many amazing, critical, and passionate scholars who have supported me in ways I could never imagine.  And this support isn’t just in academia; it is also in our mental well-being and our ambitions outside of class.

– Richard Hu, ’22, B.A., Asian and Asian American Studies; ’22, B.A., Communication

A photo of Richard.

Take your next step

Connect with admissions officers, get tips for applying, and connect with us on social.

Take your next step

Connect with admissions officers, get tips for applying, and connect with us on social.

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