#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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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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Make the most of your journey and have fun along the way.
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Get involved with over 100 student organizations, including fraternities and sororities.
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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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News
Cal State LA’s mechanical engineering professor receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar award to Czech Republic
Cal State LA professor will teach and research energy-efficient building systems at Czech Technical University using advanced modeling and AI methods.
Cal State LA’s LEEAF program honored by County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors
Supervisor Hilda Solis presents scrolls to students for their work with East Los Angeles small businesses.
Cal State LA professor receives Fulbright award to advance U.S.-Mexico engineering collaboration
Cal State LA mechanical engineering professor to utilize his Fulbright award to enhance academic collaboration in engineering education and research with UABC Tijuana.