The Otter community is committed to your success in and outside the classroom. At Cal State Monterey Bay, you’ll get personalized academic and career support, from choosing the right major to landing your first job.
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“[The internship has] been good exposure that I otherwise would not have had. It gives me the confidence to pursue a legal career, to really go after it.”
The Center for Advising and Student Success at Cal State Monterey Bay is a powerhouse of resources and support. Under our umbrella of services, you’ll find academic advising, career coaching and everything in between.
Student Success ServicesExplore our 80+ academic programs — and the suggested degree pathways to help keep your goals on track. Plus, learn how we can prepare you for graduate study.
Majors, Minors and Concentrations
Combine areas of study to match your academic and career goals. Take a career assessment to identify areas that fit your skills and talents.
Grad School Acceptances
We’ll help you find opportunities, apply to positions and prepare for interviews. Our Otter Jobs board offers a variety of employment and internship listings.
For Social Mobility in the West
We’re recognized as a top-performer for helping first-generation and economically disadvantaged students pursue a life-changing education.
Where You’ll Find Otter Alumni
Career coaching
Our expert career advisors can provide personalized professional guidance at every step of your journey.
Otters love to lift each other up, and that’s the idea behind our center. From peer tutoring to personalized advising, find the help you need to thrive in the classroom and after.
You’ll benefit from academic resources such as:
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Transfer Student Success
We’re here to give you a warm Otter welcome and make sure your transition to CSUMB goes as smoothly as possible. You’ll be matched with a transfer peer mentor to help you acclimate to life on campus.
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Christina Herzig created the scholarship in honor of her mother Karen Rezavy, who passed away in 2013.
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“Chipotle’s support is a testament to the important work our faculty is doing to cultivate the next generation of agricultural workers."
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The signature event seamlessly brings together the greater community with the campus community.