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With 23 universities across California, the CSU offers more access to diverse higher education pathways than any other public university system in the United States. Some CSU locations and programs are more sought after than others, leading to areas of impaction and more selective admissions.
We transform individual lives and drive California’s economy. Our students graduate with less (or no) debt and more job-ready skills, empowered to thrive individually and to contribute mightily to the success of their communities and state.
The California State University (Cal State or CSU) is a public university system in California, and the largest public university system in the United States. It consists of 23 campuses and seven off-campus centers, which together enroll 457,992 students and employ 56,256 faculty and staff members. [1]
All students applying to a CSU campus must use Cal State Apply to submit their application. Explore Cal State Apply
The California State University offers hundreds of graduate programs, as well as some doctoral programs. Explore the possibilities for your degree — then get started on your application.
Since the signing of the Donahoe Higher Education Act in 1960, the CSU has been a powerful agent for social mobility and economic prosperity. Read About Our History.
