At Cal State LA, we believe in the transformative power of education to change lives and build thriving communities. As the premier public university in the heart of Los Angeles, we are deeply committed to engagement, service, and the public good. Our community of 22,000 students and 1,700 faculty members works together in an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, and champions upward mobility - ranked number one in the nation for helping students climb the economic ladder. We are a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, Minority-Serving Institution, and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution.
Our campus culture is built on the belief that every student brings unique talents and perspectives that deserve to be cultivated and amplified. Through engaged teaching, scholarship, research, and public service, we support our students' overall success and well-being. With over 100 undergraduate programs and more than 100 graduate-level options across six colleges, we create intentional learning environments where faculty and students collaborate closely. Our dedicated faculty regularly earn statewide recognition for excellence, and our close-knit academic community ensures that small classes lead to meaningful outcomes and lifelong connections.