Program Update
The Semester in Los Angeles (SiLA) program is currently paused and not accepting applications at this time. We appreciate your interest and will provide updates here as soon as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your understanding.
The Semester in Los Angeles (SiLA) program is a great option for international students looking for a unique and well-rounded study abroad experience. Study with award-winning faculty at Cal State LA for one or two semesters; earn credits and apply them toward graduation back home.
At the same time, immerse yourself in everything Los Angeles. While you are here, walk the sunny beaches, hike the winding mountain trails, shop on famous Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, and tour historic Hollywood where movies were born.
Join us at Cal State LA in the heart of the world’s entertainment and creative capital... Los Angeles, California!
SiLA Highlights
Variety of Classes
- Cal State LA offers more than 3,000 class sections each semester in more than 80 different academic fields. A number of these classes have additional spaces available after Cal State LA students have enrolled.
- Semester in LA allows international students to take advantage of these extra spaces. Classes are taught by Cal State LA faculty and international students will have opportunities to take classes with American students depending on space.
- For course descriptions, please visit https://ecatalog.calstatela.edu/.
Enrollment Requirements
- Students must enroll in a minimum of 12 units for undergraduate-level courses or 9 units for all graduate-level courses.
- Please note that SiLA cannot guarantee participation in specific university courses. Students enroll in classes on a space-available basis.
Official Transcript
- Credits earned are listed on an official Cal State LA transcript and may be transferable to other universities.
Advising
- Academic, immigration, and housing advisors are available.