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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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Spring 2027 Admissions

Priority Application Filing Period is Jul. 1 – Aug. 31, 2026

Fall 2027 Admissions

Priority Application Filing Period is Oct. 1 – Nov. 30, 2026

Visit Admissions for complete list of requirements and deadlines. 

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.

Majors and Programs

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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.

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Athletics

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Take Flight

Watch our championship-winning Golden Eagle athletes compete. Students get in free!


News

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Cal State LA, CSUN receive multimillion-dollar federal grant to prepare students for fintech careers

Students at Cal State LA and CSUN will gain access to fintech certificates, AI-enabled support services, and hands-on opportunities to develop financial technology products through the five-year, $5 million federal grant.

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Cal State LA and Germany’s OFFIS launch international partnership on AI and critical infrastructure resilience

The collaboration expands research and student opportunities while addressing challenges facing energy systems and other essential services, including natural hazards and cyber-physical threats.

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MESA STEM Day at Cal State LA opens pathways to STEM careers

Cal State LA’s MESA STEM Day connected young learners with real-world science and engineering experiences, inspiring the next generation of innovators.