California State University Long Beach is a diverse, student-centered, globally-engaged public university committed to providing highly-valued undergraduate and graduate educational opportunities through superior teaching, research, creative activity and service for the people of California and the world.
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (39)
- B.A. Africana Studies
- Graduate Certificate Africana Studies
- Graduate Certificate American Indian and Indigenous Studies
- B.A. American Studies
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Asian Studies
- Graduate Certificate Asian Studies
- B.A. Business Economics
- B.A. Chinese Studies
- B.A. Consumer Affairs
- B.A. Economics
- Graduate Certificate Geographic Information Science
- B.A. Geography
- B.A. German
- B.A. Human Development
- B.A. Italian Studies
- B.A. Japanese
- Graduate Certificate Latin American Studies
- Graduate Certificate Peace and Social Justice Studies
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Psychology
- Graduate Certificate Recreation Therapy
- B.A. Recreation Therapy
- B.A.S.W. Social Work
- B.A. Sociology
- B.A. Spanish
- Graduate Certificate Urban Studies
Humanities (35)
- B.A. Africana Studies
- Graduate Certificate Africana Studies
- Graduate Certificate American Indian and Indigenous Studies
- B.A. American Studies
- B.A. Asian Studies
- Graduate Certificate Asian Studies
- B.A. Chinese Studies
- B.A. Classics
- B.A. English - Literature
- B.A. German
- B.A. History
- B.A. Italian Studies
- B.A. Japanese
- Graduate Certificate Latin American Studies
- B.A. Liberal Arts
- B.A. Liberal Studies
- B.A. Linguistics
- Graduate Certificate Medieval and Renaissance Studies
- B.A. Philosophy
- Graduate Certificate Professional Writing
- B.A. Religious Studies
- Graduate Certificate Religious Studies
- B.A. Spanish
- B.A. Theatre Arts
Arts, Design & Architecture (29)
- B.A. Art History
- B.F.A. Ceramic Arts
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.A. Dance
- BFA Dance
- B.A. Dance Science
- B.A. Design
- BFA Graphic Design
- B.Sc. Industrial Design
- BFA Interior Design
- B.A. Music
- B.M. Music - Composition
- B.M. Music - Performance
- BFA Photography
- BFA Printmaking
- BFA Sculpture
- B.A. Studio Art
- B.A. Theatre Arts
- Graduate Certificate Urban Studies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (18)
- B.Sc. Applied Mathematics
- B.Sc. Applied Statistics
- B.A. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Biology
- B.Sc. Biology Education
- Graduate Certificate Biotechnology
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Sc. Microbiology
- B.Sc. Organismal Biology
- B.Sc. Physics
- B.A. Physics
Medicine & Health (17)
- B.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- Graduate Certificate Health Care Administration
- B.Sc. Kinesiology - Fitness
- B.Sc. Nursing
- B.A. Psychology
- B.A. Recreation Therapy
- Graduate Certificate Recreation Therapy
Engineering & Technology (14)
- B.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
- B.A. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- B.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- B.Sc. Civil Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Business & Management (10)
- B.Sc. Applied Statistics
- B.A. Business Economics
- B.Sc. Construction Management
- B.A. Economics
- B.Sc. Hospitality Management
- B.Sc. Mathematics
Education & Training (8)
Computer Science & IT (7)
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- Graduate Certificate Geographic Information Science
- B.A. Geography
- Graduate Certificate Web Technologies and Applications
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (7)
- B.Sc. Earth Science
- B.Sc. Geology
- B.Sc. Marine Biology
- B.Sc. Organismal Biology
Applied Sciences & Professions (6)
- Graduate Certificate Peace and Social Justice Studies
- B.A.S.W. Social Work
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (5)
Journalism & Media (3)
Law (3)
- B.A. Consumer Affairs
- Graduate Certificate Legal Studies
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
- B.Sc. Marine Biology
About
History
On September 28, 1949, Los Angeles-Orange County State College began its first day of classes. One hundred and sixty students were enrolled for the first semester with thirteen full-time faculty.
Education
CSULB students explore a broad array of disciplines, develop an appreciation of diverse ideas, artistic modes of expression, and global perspectives, and examine key discoveries in science, technology, and health-related studies. Their academic experiences are enriched through participation in research projects, creative endeavors, community service learning, internships, and international study programs.
CSULB graduates are highly successful, well-trained professionals, skilled problem-solvers, engaged community leaders, and creative contributors to our society.
Research
Under the leadership of the Associate Vice President for Research and Sponsored Programs, the Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP) at California State University, Long Beach serves the University community by creating a campus environment that is conducive to promoting research and other scholarly activities that contribute to the mission of the University.
With a primary emphasis on faculty-student research engagement, the office provides leadership, information, direction, resources, training and technical assistance to faculty and students engaged in externally funded research, instruction, community service and other scholarly activities.
Career
There are many on- and off-campus job opportunities for CSULB students.The Career Development Center offers various services to help CSULB students explore careers and prepare for life after The Beach.
It also offers CareerLINK, which provides students with the ability to search and apply for full-time and part-time jobs, internships and on-campus interview opportunities
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
1617 -52
2022
1565 -144
2021
1421
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
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World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
1401
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QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
TRiO Student Support Services Program (SSSP) is a federally-funded program designed to assist students who are low-income, first-generation to college, or have a disability, who also have academic need and the motivation to achieve their maximum potential in higher education.
Housing services
The Office of Housing and Residential Life at California State University, Long Beach recognizes that learning takes place both in and out of the classroom. We create inclusive communities that foster student health and wellness, personal and social development, academic excellence and good citizenship. In collaboration with our campus partners, we are responsive to the needs of our residents and clients and endeavor to provide high quality service. We are committed to a clean, well maintained, safe and secure environment for the comfort and protection of students, faculty, staff and guests.
Library services
- The library contains substantial collections of books, journals, government documents, audio and visual media, and other physical materials, all accessible using its online catalog, COAST.
- The library's Special Collections Department contains rare, significant, or unusual books, manuscripts, correspondence, art prints, and photographic prints.
ICT services
- Email Services
- Mobile Device Self-Help Guides
- BeachID Account Service
- Data Security Services / PGP
- InCommon Certificate Services
- Safe Computing
- BeachNet+ Wireless
- BeachNet Guest Access Wireless
Medical services
The mission of Student Health Services is to support academic excellence by promoting physical and mental well-being, through affordable quality health services and education. Utilizing a team of dedicated professionals, we provide sensitive, confidential healthcare services to a diverse campus community.
Student Life
Campus life
The student-operated University Student Union is located at the crossroads of the campus, providing a focal point for the total campus community. Brotman Hall, near the Union, houses many centralized campus services and administrative offices. There are also specialized facilities for Engineering Technology, Art, Industrial and Interior Design, Music, Molecular and Life Sciences, and Nursing as well as the International House student residence hall and meeting complex.
Sports facilities
The Department of Club Sports and Recreation strives to improve the quality of campus life for CSULB students, faculty/staff, and community members by providing a wide range or recreational & competitive clubs, fitness classes, educational programs and open recreation programs. The Club Sports and Recreation program is funded and maintained through the Division of Student Services.
The campus community is encouraged to stay active and participate in the numerous fitness and sports-related activities that are offered by this department, including:
- Club sports
- Fitness classes
- Summer camps
- Open recreation programs
Student clubs
One of the best opportunities to become an active part of the campus community is by meeting new people, gaining leadership experience, and furthering your educational or extracurricular interests by joining a student organization. CSULB has more than 300 recognized student organizations, representing 12 diverse categories.
Accreditation
All campuses of the CSU are accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission.
Student Reviews
How to care about student learning.
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
My overall experience at this university has been good, However I wish the professor's cared more about the way they teach there students the material. Sometime I would engaged more in another class based on the way the teacher taught the subject.
The better study one could have is in the university
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Lectures was quite good, students did most of the studies themselves and mostly, many of us pass with great results.
Research
Anonymous rated 2 out of 5 stars
I have not started my program yet, but after reviewing the courses they perfectly match my area of interest
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