Welcome to the California State University (CSU) - the largest comprehensive higher education system in the nation with 23 unique campuses serving more than 437,000 students with 44,000 employees statewide. Each year, the university awards nearly 100,000 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. CSU graduates now total nearly 3 million strong, and are serving as leaders in the industries that drive California’s economy, including business, agriculture, entertainment, engineering, teaching, hospitality and healthcare. Learn more at www.calstate.edu.
More than 50-year tradition of excellence
Academic excellence has been achieved by the CSU through a distinguished faculty whose primary responsibility is superior teaching. While each campus is unique based on its curricular specialties, location and campus culture, every CSU is distinguished for the quality of its educational programs. All campuses are fully accredited, provide a high-quality broad liberal educational program and offer opportunities for students to engage in campus life through the Associated Students, Inc., clubs and service learning. Through extensive industry partnerships and robust campus auxiliaries, the CSU is expanding programs, internships and workforce training opportunities to ensure CSU students are ready with the critical thinking skills, industry knowledge and hands-on experience for employment and career advancement.
Facts
- CSU faculty attract more than $500 million annually in research and education grants, and contracts by federal, state and regional agencies.
- 1 in every 10 employees in California is a CSU alumnus.
- The CSU awards 45 percent of the bachelor’s degrees earned in California.
- More than half of all the nurses in the state earn their degrees from the CSU.
- The CSU awards 95 percent of the hospitality/tourism degrees in the state.
- Nearly half of all of the state’s engineers earn their degrees from the CSU.
- The CSU is the leading provider of teacher preparation programs in the state.
- The CSU offers 105 fully online degree programs through www.calstateonline.net.
- The CSU offers 3,250 online courses to provide more educational options to students who may prefer an online format to a traditional classroom setting.
- The CSU’s growing online concurrent enrollment program gives students the ability to enroll in courses offered by other campuses in the CSU system.
- The CSU serves more than 5,000 individuals annually through professional development certificate programs in educational health services, business and technology, leisure and hospitality, manufacturing, international trade, and many other industries.
- For every $1 that the state invests in the CSU, the university generates $5.43 for California’s economy.
Governance
The system is governed by the Board of Trustees, most of whom are appointed by the governor and serve with faculty and student representatives. The CSU Chancellor is the chief executive officer, reporting to the Board. The campus presidents serve as the campus-level chief executive officers. The Trustees, Chancellor and presidents develop systemwide educational policy. The presidents, in consultation with the Academic Senate and other campus stakeholder groups, render and implement local policy decisions.
CSU Historical Milestones
The individual California State Colleges was established as a system with a Board of Trustees and a Chancellor in 1960 by the Donahoe Higher Education Act. In 1972, the system was designated as the California State University and Colleges, and in 1982 the system became the California State University (CSU). Today, the CSU is comprised of 23 campuses, including comprehensive and polytechnic universities and, since July 1995, the California Maritime Academy, a specialized campus.
The oldest campus-San José State University-was founded in 1857 and became the first institution of public higher education in California. The newest-CSU Channel Islands-opened in fall 2002, with freshmen arriving in fall 2003.
In 1963, the State Academic Senate was established to act as the official voice of CSU faculty in systemwide matters. Also, the California State College Student Presidents Association-which was later renamed the California State Students Association-was founded to represent each campus student association on issues affecting students.
Through its many decades of existence, the CSU has continued to adapt to address societal changes, student needs and workforce trends. While the CSU’s core mission has always focused on providing high-quality, affordable bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, over time the university has added a wide range of services and programs to support student success - from adding health centers and special programs for veterans to building student residential facilities to provide a comprehensive educational experience.
To improve degree completion and accommodate students working full- or part-time, the educational paradigm expanded to give students the ability to complete upper-division and graduate requirements through part-time, late afternoon, and evening study. The university also expanded its programs to include a variety of teaching and school service credential programs, specially designed for working professionals.
The CSU marked another significant educational milestone when it broadened its degree offerings to include doctoral degrees. The CSU independently offers educational doctorate (Ed.D.), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree programs. A limited number of other doctoral degrees are offered jointly with the University of California and private institutions in California.
In 2010, in an effort to accommodate community college transfer students, the university, in concert with the California Community Colleges, launched the Associate Degree for Transfer, which guarantees transfer students admission to the CSU with junior status.
Always adapting to changes in technology and societal trends to support student learning and degree completion, the CSU initiated another milestone in 2013, when it launched Cal State Online, a systemwide collection of services that support the delivery of fully online programs from campuses. Now, full-time students also have access to fully online courses offered at other CSU campuses.
The CSU is dynamic and ever changing to ensure a quality higher education to the students of California. With 23 campuses, 437,000 students and 44,000 faculty and staff, the CSU plays a critical role in preparing outstanding candidates for the job market. The CSU is committed to continually developing innovative programs, services and opportunities that will give students the tools they need to meet their full potential.
Statewide External Degree Programs
Through the Offices of Continuing Education on various campuses, the CSU offers Statewide external degree programs. These self-supporting programs are designed for the working adult. The coursework is offered at both on campus and off campus locations throughout the state.
These programs are entirely upper division or graduate level. Credit and coursework are transferable statewide. The programs are financed by student fees.
Master of Public Administration |
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Christopher Leu and Warren Campbell
Department of Political Science
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA 91330
(818) 885-3900
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Dr. Robert Tumelty, Regional Program Director |
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Department of Health Care Administration
California State University, Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90840
(213) 498-5304 |
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B. S. Nursing
M. S. Nursing |
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Ms. Kathleen Johnson, R.N., M.S.N.,
Regional Program Director
Statewide Nursing Program
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA 90747
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Trustees of The California State University
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The Honorable Edmund G. Brown, Jr.
Governor of California |
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The Honorable Gavin Newsom
Lieutenant Governor of California |
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The Honorable John Pérez
Speaker of the Assembly |
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The Honorable Tom Torlakson
State Superintendent of Public Instructions |
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Dr. Timothy P. White
Chancellor of The California State University |
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Officers of The Trustees
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The Honorable Edmund G. Brown, Jr.
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Bob Linscheid
Chair |
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Framroze Virjee
Secretary |
Sally F. Roush (Interim)
Treasurer |
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Appointed Trustees
Appointments are for a term of eight years, except student, alumni, and faculty trustees whose terms are for two years. Terms expire in the year in parentheses. Names are listed alphabetically.
Roberta Achtenberg (2015)
Talar Alexanian (2015)
Bernadette Cheyne (2013)
Rebecca D. Eisen (2018)
Douglas Faigin (2017)
Debra S. Farar (2014)
Kenneth Fong (2013)
Margaret Fortune (2016) |
Lupe C. Garcia (2020)
Steven M. Glazer (2019)
William Hauck (2017)
Bob Linscheid (2013)
Lou Monville (2014)
Hugo N. Morales (2020)
J. Lawrence Norton (2019)
Cipriano Vargas (2014) |
Correspondence with Trustees should be sent to:
c/o Trustees Secretariat
The California State University
401 Golden Shore
Long Beach, California 90802-4210
Office of The Chancellor
The California State University
401 Golden Shore
Long Beach, California 90802-4210
(562) 951-4000
Dr. Timothy P. White, Chancellor-CSU System
Ms. Sally F. Roush, Interim Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer
Dr. Ephraim P. Smith, Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Academic Officer
Mr. Famroze Virjee, Executive Vice Chancellor and General Counsel
Mr. Garrett Ashley, Vice Chancellor, University Relations and Advancement
Ms. Gail E. Brooks, Vice Chancellor, Human Resources
Mr. Larry Mandel, University Auditor
Campuses - The California State University
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California State University,
Bakersfield
9001 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA 93311-1022
Dr. Horace Mitchell, President
(661) 654-2782 www.csub.edu |
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California State University,
Northridge
18111 Nordhoff Street
Northridge, CA 91330
Dr. Dianne F. Harrison, President
(818) 677-1200 www.csun.edu |
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California State University,
Channel Islands
One University Drive
Camarillo, CA 93012
Dr. Richard Rush, President
(805) 437-8400 www.csuci.edu |
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California State Polytechnic University,
Pomona
3801 W. Temple Avenue
Pomona, CA 91768
Dr. J. Michael Ortiz, President
(909) 869-2290 www.csupomona.edu |
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California State University,
Chico
400 West First Street
Chico, CA 95929
Dr. Paul J. Zingg, President
(530) 898-4636 www.csuchico.edu |
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California State University,
Sacramento
6000 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95819
Dr. Alexander Gonzalez, President
(916) 278-6011 www.csus.edu |
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California State University,
Dominguez Hills
1000 East Victoria Street
Carson, CA 90747
Dr. Willie Hagan, President
(310) 243-3696 www.csudh.edu |
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California State University,
San Bernardino
5500 University Parkway
San Bernardino, CA 92407-2318
Dr. Tomás D. Morales, President
(909) 880-5000 www.csusb.edu |
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California State University,
East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard
Hayward, CA 94542
Dr. Leroy M. Morishita, President
(510) 885-3000 www.csueastbay.edu |
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San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182
Dr. Elliot Hirshman, President
(619) 594-5000 www.sdsu.edu |
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California State University,
Fresno
5241 North Maple Avenue
Fresno, CA 93740
Dr. Joseph I. Castro, President
(559) 278-4240 www.csufresno.edu |
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San Francisco State University
1600 Holloway Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94132
Dr. Leslie E. Wong, President
(415) 338-1111 www.sfsu.edu |
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California State University,
Fullerton
800 N. State College Boulevard
Fullerton, CA 92831-3599
Dr. Mildred García, President
(714) 278-2011 www.fullerton.edu |
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San José State University
One Washington Square
San Jose, CA 95192-0001
Dr. Mohammad Qayoumi, President
(408) 924-1000 www.sjsu.edu |
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Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA 95521-8299
Dr. Rollin C. Richmond, President
(707) 826-3011 www.humboldt.edu |
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California Polytechnic State University,
San Luis Obispo
One Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
Dr. Jeffrey D. Armstrong, President
(805) 756-1111 www.calpoly.edu |
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California State University,
Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840-0115
Dr. Donald J. Para, Interim President
(562) 985-4111 www.csulb.edu |
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California State University,
San Marcos
333 South Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA 92096-0001
Dr. Karen S. Haynes, President
(760) 750-4000 www.csusm.edu |
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California State University,
Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032
Dr. William A. Covino, President
(323) 343-3000 www.calstatela.edu |
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Sonoma State University
1801 East Cotati Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Dr. Ruben Armiñana, President
(707) 664-2880 www.sonoma.edu |
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California Maritime Academy
200 Maritime Academy Drive
Vallejo, CA 94590
Rear Admiral Thomas A. Cropper, President
(707) 654-1000 www.csum.edu |
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California State University,
Stanislaus
One University Circle
Turlock, CA 95382
Dr. Joseph F. Sheley, President
(209) 667-3122 www.csustan.edu |
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California State University,
Monterey Bay
100 Campus Center
Seaside, CA 93955-8001
Dr. Eduardo M. Ochoa, President
(831) 582-3000 www.csumb.edu |
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A world of information is just a click away.
Check out the website for the entire California State University: www.csumentor.edu. You will find helpful hints, frequently-asked questions, campus tours, and general information about all 23 campuses. The phone number listed for each campus is for the Office of Admission.
- California State University, Bakersfield • Q
9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099
(661) 654-3036 • www.csub.edu
- California State University Channel Islands • S
One University Drive, Camarillo, CA 93012
(805) 437-8500 • www.csuci.edu
- California State University, Chico • S
400 W. First Street, Chico, CA 95929
(530) 898-6321 • www.csuchico.edu
- California State University, Dominguez Hills • S
1000 East Victoria Street, Carson, CA 90747
(310) 243-3645 • www.csudh.edu
- California State University, East Bay • Q
25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward, CA 94542-3035
(510) 885-2556 • www.csueastbay.edu
- California State University, Fresno • S
5150 North Maple Avenue, Fresno, CA 93740
(559) 278-2261 • www.csufresno.edu
- California State University, Fullerton • S
800 N. State College Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92834-9480
(657) 278-7601 • www.fullerton.edu
- Humboldt State University • S
1 Harpst Street, Arcata, CA 95521-4957
(707) 826-4402 • (866) 850-9556 • www.humboldt.edu
- California State University, Long Beach • S
1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90840-0115
(562) 985-5471 • www.csulb.edu
- California State University, Los Angeles • Q
5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 343-3901 • www.calstatela.edu
- California Maritime Academy • S
200 Maritime Academy Drive, Vallejo, CA 94590
(707) 654-1330 • www.csum.edu
- California State University, Monterey Bay • S
100 Campus Center Drive, Seaside, CA 93955-8001
(831) 582-3738 • www.csumb.edu
- California State University, Northridge • S
18111 Nordho! Street, Northridge, CA 91330-8207
(818) 677-3700 • www.csun.edu
- California State Polytechnic University, Pomona • Q
3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768-4003
(909) 869-5299 • www.csupomona.edu
- California State University, Sacramento • S
6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819-6112
(916) 278-7766 • www.csus.edu
- California State University, San Bernardino • Q
5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA 92407-2318
(909) 537-5188 • www.csusb.edu
- San Diego State University • S
5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182-7455
(619) 594-6336 • www.sdsu.edu
- San Francisco State University • S
1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94132-4001
(415) 338-1113 • www.sfsu.edu
- San José State University • S
One Washington Square, San José, CA 95192-0001
(408) 283-7500 • www.sjsu.edu
- California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo • Q
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
(805) 756-2311 • www.calpoly.edu
- California State University, San Marcos • S
333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA 92096-0001
(760) 750-4848 • www.csusm.edu
- Sonoma State University • S
1801 East Cotati Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
(707) 664-2778 • www.sonoma.edu
- California State University, Stanislaus • S
One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 667-3070 • www.csustan.edu
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