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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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Fall 2025 Priority Applications

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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.

Major 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

Graduates of the Prison Graduation Initiative in their gowns.

Cal State LA to celebrate graduates at the California State Prison in Lancaster

Cal State LA will confer bachelor’s degrees to the third cohort of the Prison Graduation Initiative at the California State Prison, Los Angeles County in Lancaster on Thursday, Dec. 5.

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Cal State LA program provides tax-preparation skills to students, millions of dollars to community

For the 2025 tax season, more than 130 students have already signed up to prepare tax returns through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program

Photos of those who have passed away handing on a wire in an effort to remember and commemorate them.

Cal State LA commemorates Trans Day of Remembrance and Celebration

Cal State LA hosted a Trans Day of Remembrance and Celebration on Nov. 20 at the University-Student Union Plaza.