About Cal State Online

As a leader in high-quality, accessible, student-focused higher education, providing both undergraduate and graduate programs, we are:

• A part of the California State University System, with a history of education excellence and innovation dating back over 150 years.
• One of the country's most diverse university systems—minority enrollment tops 56 percent, twice the national average for four-year universities.
• The university that provides more job-ready graduates to competitive industries than any other public or private university in the state.
• Focused on learning that meets the ever-changing demands of major social, economic and political forces that shape California.
• Affordable access to high quality, learning-centered and outcomes-based education led by world-renowned faculty.
• California State University supports Cal State Online, granting students the same benefits as taking courses on-ground at a campus.
• Online programs built with the student in mind.

With over 150 years of experience, we haven't stopped exploring new ways to bring educational innovation to California and beyond:

• One of the pioneers of online education, Cal State Online has already instituted a number of online degree programs with many more on the way.
• The California State University is at the forefront of creating jobs for the emerging "green workforce," educating future leaders in environmental fields and sustainable practices.
• As more students opt for online education, the California State University will continue to create innovative methods of learning online, accessible from anywhere.