#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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Spring 2026 Admissions
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Find Your Passion
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.
Chart your path to a degree in one of our 100 undergraduate programs, more than 100 graduate-level master’s, certificate and credential programs, and four doctoral programs. We cover nearly every field, from business to the arts, education to engineering, and science to nursing.
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Life As a Golden Eagle
Make the most of your journey and have fun along the way.
Friends & Networking
Get involved with over 100 student organizations, including fraternities and sororities.
Hands-On Learning
Gain valuable professional skills and experience while serving our local communities.
Academic Success
Outstanding tutors and writing coaches are available to support your academic success.
Athletics
Take Flight
Watch our championship-winning Golden Eagle athletes compete. Students get in free!
News
Cal State LA graduate honored with 2025 Outstanding Student Award from Groundwater Resources Association of California
Cal State LA geological sciences graduate Camila Bautista was recognized for her exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and contributions to the field of groundwater science and management.
Cal State LA’s University Library expands Sounds of the Underground with music, community archiving, and cultural memory
University Library's Sounds of the Underground 2025 expands its celebration of LA’s underground music scene with film, research, live performances, and community archiving.
Edward James Olmos returns to Cal State LA for Prism Award, celebration of culture, activism, and storytelling
Cal State LA honors alumnus and activist with the Prism Award during "An Evening with Edward James Olmos," celebrating his legacy, artistry, and lifelong impact on Chicano storytelling.