- California State University Bakersfield (also known as CSUB) is a public university located in Bakersfield, California.
- The university was founded in 1965 as a branch of California State College, now known as California State University, Fresno.
- CSUB became an independent university in 1970 and is part of the California State University system.
- CSUB offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields, including business, education, sciences, arts, humanities, and social sciences.
- The university has a student-to-faculty ratio of 23:1 and a total enrollment of around 10,000 students.
- CSUB is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
- The university is known for its strong programs in business, nursing, and education, as well as its commitment to serving the needs of the Central Valley region.
- CSUB has a range of student support services, including academic advising, tutoring, career services, and health services.
- The university has a number of active student organizations, including clubs related to academic interests, cultural and diversity organizations, and recreational and social groups.
- CSUB is located in Bakersfield, a city in the southern part of California’s Central Valley, with easy access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and major metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles and San Francisco.
