College of Arts and Letters
The College of Arts and Letters fosters a vibrant, supportive community of students, faculty, and staff who share a deep commitment to the arts and humanities. Guided by accomplished faculty experts, its courses and programs equip students with the essential skills of communication, analysis, critical thinking, and creativity. The college encourages students to grow, explore, and prepare for the fast-evolving cultural and professional landscape of the 21st century.
College of Business and Public Administration, Jack H. Brown
The Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration offers a student-focused learning environment that prepares individuals to excel in business, government, and an increasingly interconnected global society. Led by award-winning faculty, the college delivers high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs that support students’ professional growth. The college’s programs hold prestigious accreditations, including those from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business and the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs. Additionally, its online Master of Public Administration program was ranked No. 28 in the nation by ValueColleges, a respected online guide to business education and careers.
James R. Watson & Judy Rodriguez Watson College of Education
The Watson College of Education offers a comprehensive teacher preparation experience, encompassing six teaching credentials, sixteen master’s programs, a doctoral program in educational leadership, and nine certificate programs. Earning a degree, credential, or certificate from CSUSB’s Watson College of Education is regarded as a mark of excellence within local school districts and the broader community. The college’s dedicated faculty are committed to delivering high-quality training for individuals pursuing careers in education. All programs hold accreditation in their respective fields, and the college itself is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
College of Natural Sciences
The College of Natural Sciences is dedicated to improving the quality of life and health of the communities it serves by supporting educational, scientific, economic and cultural advancement across the fields of biology, chemistry, computer science, geology, health science, kinesiology, mathematics, nursing and physics. The college includes nine departments and offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees, along with pre-professional programs in medicine, veterinary medicine, nutrition, physical therapy and dentistry. Its programs prepare students for careers in science and health in both the public and private sectors. The faculty members, many of whom come from industry or research backgrounds, include a significant number of minority and women professors and mentors who make important contributions to the university.
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences includes eleven academic departments and schools and combines innovative research with award-winning teaching to prepare students for diverse careers and advanced study. Its programs help students develop professional integrity and effective communication across disciplines and cultures. Faculty and staff provide personalized guidance to support student success. Through its undergraduate and graduate programs and centers of excellence, the college cultivates strong critical thinking, communication and problem solving skills that are highly valued by employers.
College of Extended and Global Education (CEGE)
The College of Extended and Global Education is an interdisciplinary college that works to strengthen a global and interconnected campus by forming strategic partnerships with university, community, educational, business, and international organizations. It expands access to academic programs and educational resources for regional, national, and international audiences by offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, professional development courses and certificates, and a variety of international education programs.