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Facts About the CSU

The California State University is the nation's largest four-year public university, providing opportunities for upward mobility to diverse students across the state and empowering them to become leaders in the changing workforce.

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Preparing California's Workforce

The CSU plays a critical role in providing future leaders with the skills and knowledge they’ll need to thrive in the workforce and help drive California’s economy. The CSU is the state’s greatest producer of bachelor’s degrees—awarding nearly 127,000 degrees per year—and drives California’s economy in agriculture, information technology, business, hospitality, life sciences, healthcare, public administration, education, media and entertainment.

Learn About the CSU's Critical Role

​Leadership​

Responsibility for the CSU is vested in a 25-member Board of Trustees, most of whom are ​appointed to eight-year terms.

Learn About Our Leaders

Enrollment

In fall 2023, the CSU enrolled more than 450,000 students from diverse backgrounds.

Learn About Our Students​

Students

Most CSU students remain in the state after graduation, applying their skills and knowledge to help California’s economy thrive.​

Learn How Our Students Impact California

​Faculty and Staff

The CSU employs more than 63,000 devoted staff and talented faculty leading cutting-edge research and creative activity.

Meet Our Exceptional Faculty & Staff

Graduation Initiative 2025

Graduation Initiative 2025 aims to increase graduation rates for all CSU students while eliminating opportunity and achievement gaps.

Explore This Life-Changing Initiative

Applying

Students planning to enter the CSU may apply through Cal State Apply.

Learn About the Application Process
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Student Costs

CSU tuition is among the lowest in the country. In 2022-23, 78% of students received financial aid and more than half graduated with zero debt.

Learn About the Cost of the CSU

CSU Fund​ing

The CSU's operating budget has two main funding sources: the state General Fund and student tuition and​ fees.

Learn How the CSU Is Funded
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