3.9 out of 5 (12 ratings / 12 reviews) Fullerton, California, United States
Cal State Fullerton is a leading campus of the CSU, serving as an intellectual and cultural center for Southern California and driver of workforce and economic development. We are an emerging national model for supporting student success through innovative high-impact educational and co-curricular experiences, including faculty-student collaborative research.
Master's Programmes
Arts, Design & Architecture (30)
- M.A. Art History
- M.A. Geography
- M.A. Music
- Master of Music Performance (with Concentration in Classical Guitar)
- Master of Music Performance (with Concentration in Conducting)
- Master of Music Performance (with Concentration in Jazz)
- Master of Music Performance (with Concentration in Strings)
- Master of Music Performance (with Concentration in Voice)
- Master of Music Performance (with Concentration in Winds, Brass and Percussion)
- Master of Music Theory and Composition
Business & Management (28)
- M.Sc. Accountancy
- M.B.A. Business Administration
- M.Sc. Information Technology
- M.Sc. Taxation
Education & Training (24)
- M.Sc. Counseling
- M.Sc. Kinesiology
- M.Sc. Special Education
- M.A. Teaching Science
Social Sciences (22)
- M.A. American Studies
- M.A. Anthropology
- M.Sc. Clinical Psychology
- M.A. Economics
- M.A. Geography
- M.A. Political Science
- M.A. Psychology
- M.A. Sociology
Humanities (14)
- M.A. American Studies
- M.A. English
- M.A. History
- M.A. Linguistics
- M.A. Political Science
- M.A. Spanish
Computer Science & IT (13)
- M.Sc. Computer Engineering
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Information Systems
- M.Sc. Information Technology
- M.Sc. Software Engineering
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (8)
- M.A. Applied Mathematics
- M.Sc. Biological Science
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.A. Chemistry
- M.Sc. Physics
- M.Sc. Statistics
Medicine & Health (6)
Engineering & Technology (5)
- M.Sc. Civil Engineering
- M.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- M.Sc. Software Engineering
Applied Sciences & Professions (3)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (3)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
Journalism & Media (2)
About
History
Founded in 1957, California State University Fullerton (CSUF) is a major regional university in an area that includes Orange County, metropolitan Los Angeles and the Inland Empire.
Education
Cal State Fullerton offers 109 degree programs — 57 undergraduate and 52 graduate, including a doctorate in education and doctor in nursing practice. Many of these programs have achieved national prominence because of our outstanding faculty and alumni achievements.
Research
The Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP) works with other units throughout the campus to seek external support for faculty research, creative activity, and institutional projects that support the educational and service mission of the university. Collaboration is sought across disciplines, departments, and community partners in preparing proposals to federal, state, and private agencies.
Career
The CSUF Career Guide provides helpful information and resources on the following topics:
- Major & Career Exploration
- The Job Search Process
- Resume Writing
- Job Search Letters
- Interviewing
- Applying to Graduate School
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
868 -109
2020
759 78
2019
837
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.
Services
Student services
International Student Advising provides in-person services and advising to international students attending California State University, Fullerton. Our office can assist you with immigration, academic, social or any other issue during your time at the University.
Housing services
Our International Housing office helps international students find a place to live during their time at California State University, Fullerton. Living on-campus is an easy way to meet other students, practice English and learn more about American culture. Our office can help you find an off-campus private apartment that is ideal for your needs and length of stay in Fullerton.
Library services
The Pollak Library provides extensive services and assistance to the CSUF community, as well as to visiting students and scholars, and to the public. The library is nationally recognized for innovative spaces, collections, services, tools, and its programs.
ICT services
The following providers have taken the pledge:
- AT&T:
- Charter: offering free Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with K-12 and/or college students who do not already have a Spectrum broadband subscription and at any service level up to 100 Mbps
- Sprint: providing unlimited data to existing customers for 60 days, starting March 19 or earlier
- T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile:
Medical services
In order to meet health insurance requirements for international students, Cal State Fullerton requires all students to purchase the Aetna Student Health Plan provided by JCB Insurance Solutions. You may not be able to register for classes without purchasing your health insurance.
Student Life
Campus life
CSUF Housing and Residential Engagement offers great housing options to meet other students, learn more about American culture, and be immersed in the student life and spirit of Cal State Fullerton.
- Options include traditional style and apartment style accommodations
- Furnished rooms include bed, desk, chair, lamp and closet
- Utilities are included in the rent
- Choice of 5 different meal plans
- Contract: Academic Year, though limited spaces for one-semester contracts are available.
Sports facilities
The Cal State Fullerton Department of Athletics utilizes and maintains several facilities for competition and administration of 15 intercollegiate athletic programs.
Accreditation
California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) - Senior College and University CommissionOpens in new window . CSUF received its first accreditation in 1961, and most recently received reaffirmation of accreditation in 2012.
Student Reviews
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Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
I really liked the university itself. However, it is a commuter school so student life is a little dead. It was a bit difficult to make friends coming in as a transfer student.
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Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
The library had four floors each with its own noise level for your study preference, which I utilized frequently during my time on campus. However, in my last 2 years, many facilities, and parts of the campus, were closed off to students due to a new development project that was promised to be finished on time, but it was delayed several times.
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Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
Well,i completed my diploma in mechanical engineering which took 3years to complete. After i finished my course,i choose my own university for internship. I served as a volunteer in Infinity lab and Research for 2 years and also engaged in Isuzu company as a technician.there i worked for about 6month. It was quite tough to be technician for big automobile company. During...
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