What Is California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB)?

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California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) is a public university in Bakersfield, California, part of the California State University system. Its website, csub.edu, is the university's official homepage and serves as the central entry point for prospective students, current students, and visitors to explore academics, admissions, campus life, and news.

What you'll find on csub.edu

The homepage organizes the university's key information into a few main areas:

  • Academics — links to all majors and degrees, plus the university's academic colleges
  • Campus life — campus recreation, student housing, athletics, and a 3D campus map
  • Admissions pathways — separate entry points for future students, transfer students, and international students
  • News and events — current stories and an upcoming events calendar
  • Giving — a way to support student success

CSUB at a glance

The homepage highlights several figures about the university:

Metric Figure
Degree programs 55+
Student clubs and organizations 100+
Faculty and staff 1,300+
Enrolled students 10,419

Academic colleges

CSUB's academic programs are organized into these colleges:

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Business and Public Administration
  • Natural Sciences, Mathematics and Engineering
  • Social Sciences and Education

The university also operates an Antelope Valley Campus in addition to its main Bakersfield location.

Recent news and events

The homepage features current stories such as CSUB's rise in the U.S. News rankings, the launch of its first mariachi ensemble, an expanded food pantry, and a new dean for the School of Social Sciences and Education. It also lists upcoming events, including workshops, student-parent office hours, and campus activities.

Who the site is for

  • Prospective students — start with the Future Students, Transfer Students, or International Students links to begin the admissions process
  • Current students — use the events calendar and campus life sections for activities and resources
  • Visitors and community members — browse news, events, and the 3D campus map
  • Supporters — use the giving link to contribute to student success

If you're trying to confirm whether CSUB offers a specific program or to find admissions requirements, the "All Majors and Degrees" page and the admissions pathway links are the most direct places to start.