
Welcome to the BeachWelcome to California State University, Long Beach, one of the nation’s most vibrant and successful public universities. CSULB is characterized by exceptional academic programs, dedicated faculty, outstanding support services, and a diverse student body that includes more than 250 California high school valedictorians and National Merit scholars. Here you will find an exciting, rigorous learning environment that promotes global engagement and prepares you for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. We offer study abroad options in over 30 countries, a variety of community service learning programs, more than 300 student organizations, 30 intramural sports, and 18 NCAA Division 1 athletic teams. I encourage you to take advantage of all that CSULB has to offer. Take pride in knowing you are attending a university that is nationally recognized as one of the top public comprehensive universities in the United States, one of the top 10 universities for awarding bachelor’s degrees to minority students, and seventh nationally in having the lowest percentage of students graduating in debt. I hope you will enjoy being part of this dynamic community that is "among the nation's best."
F. King Alexander President |
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CSULB is characterized by exceptional academic programs, dedicated faculty, and outstanding support services. |