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The College of Science received 37 research awards in the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
Cultivating curiosity. Creating careers. The College of Science is home to seven schools and departments. We’re inspired by our coastal location and driven to make the world a better place.
Green careers are on the rise. Driven by sustainability and environmental justice, we prepare students to become compassionate stewards of the planet. Our programs combine the natural and physical sciences with technology, economics and policy.
Surrounded by rich biodiversity — from the oceans to the rich agricultural fields — CSUMB is an incredible place to study biology, chemistry, agriculture and soil science. Here, you’ll get your hands dirty or gain lab skills!
Computer science-related roles are among the fastest-growing occupations in the nation. With close proximity to Silicon Valley, the School of Computing and Design offers students rich internship opportunities.
With our coastal location, we can’t think of a better place to study marine science. Our students quite literally dive into the surrounding ecosystems as they prepare for rewarding, exciting careers.
We prepare students for in-demand STEM careers of all kinds, from data science to math education. Our Otters learn how to solve complex problems, whether actual equations or pressing societal issues.
One of only three mechatronics degree programs in the CSU system, our innovative curriculum puts hands-on learning at the forefront — from cutting-edge engineering labs to year-long industry internships.
Blending art and science, this interdisciplinary program introduces students to the intricate details of flora and fauna. Students sketch in the field, design in the lab and intern at museums and magazines.
Our 15+ majors and minors span mathematics, technology and the natural and physical sciences. We align our programs and curriculum to meet regional workforce demand.
Our marine and environmental science graduate programs provide unparalleled research opportunities. We also offer a flexible instructional technology master’s degree.
We offer undergraduate and graduate certificates in areas such as science illustration and instructional design
Arunkumar Sharma is known for engaging his students in his research projects.
The LIST Institute was a four-day event that showed local teachers how to incorporate more science into their classrooms.
One student from each of the university's colleges was chosen for the distinction.