The Strength of Us
Become a compassionate leader ready to shape the future and gain a lifetime of value. Our inspiring coastal community will support your academic, professional, and personal success.
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It's not too late to join the Otter Raft! Applications close Feb. 15.
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A Transformative Education
Minutes from the coast. An hour from Silicon Valley. Moments away from inspiring learning spaces. Our degree programs and hands-on experiences are informed by our coastal location and rooted in mentorship from world-class faculty.
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The Raft. That’s what we call the Otter Community—and we’re stronger together. When you join Cal State Monterey Bay, you’ll be surrounded by diverse classmates, mentored by caring faculty, and supported by dedicated staff.
Discover the Student ExperienceI really like the campus. Everyone's really friendly. I never met anyone with a negative energy; everyone's really happy to be here.