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Helping people live happier, healthier lives. We prepare students for impactful, in-demand careers. Our alumni transform lives through advocacy, leadership and compassionate care.
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Exercise is Medicine Program
Our campus is part of a global health movement called Exercise is Medicine. This initiative helps CSUMB students, staff and faculty get moving — and stay moving.
Our interdisciplinary approach to education prepares students for a wide range of helping professions in public health, human services, law enforcement and nonprofit management.
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With a focus on the study of human movement, our majors and minors prepare students for careers in athletic training, health promotion and rehabilitation. A kinesiology degree is also a great foundation for graduate degrees in physical and occupational therapy.
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We prepare compassionate, competent nursing professionals through two distinct pathways: ADN-to-BSN and RN-to-BSN. Both programs are available in a convenient and flexible hybrid format.
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We develop the next generation of social workers for rewarding, people-focused careers. Our alumni work with clients of all ages and backgrounds at behavioral health agencies, schools, hospitals and related locations.
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I felt very seen academically, and it made me feel this is where I’m supposed to be.
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Our 12+ majors, minors, and concentrations span the health sciences and human services. We prepare students to enter fields like nursing, nutrition, exercise science and social work
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Our graduate offerings include a master’s of social work. Available as a two- or three-year program, our MSW has a special focus on the needs of California’s central coast.
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In addition to a social work master’s program, we offer a post-master’s Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC), also referred to as a school social work credential.
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Phillip Post says he is seeking community input and support for expanding programs.
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One student from each of the university's colleges was chosen for the distinction.
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CSUMB offers support in a variety of areas for students needing assistance.
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