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California State University East Bay 

California State University East Bay was established in 1957. It is a private institution located in Hayward, California, USA. The College’s acceptance rate is 73%. The college is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

California State University East Bay  History

In 1957, California State University East Bay was opened. Initially, the institution began as Almeda State College. In 1963, the institution was renamed as California State University East Bay. In 1972, the institution received university status. Fred F. Harcleroad (1959–1967) was the university's first president. The university’s current president is Cathy Sandeen. 

College Programs, Courses and Schools

California State University East Bay offers Undergraduate and Graduate programs on campus. The campus offers huge learning opportunities and challenges to the students. The 4 schools of the California State University East Bay are-

  • College of Business and Economics
  • College of Education and Allied Studies
  • College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences
  • College of Science

California State University East Bay Achievements/ USP

California State University East Bay is ranked #331-440 among #443 National universities by US News and World Report. The College is ranked #230 nationally by Forbes. The institution is ranked #401-500 by Times Higher Education. California State University East Bay is known for its teachings, wide variety of Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses, interactive student body, very comfortable environment, it has different academic schools which provides best career experience and it is among the best private universities in California, USA. 

California State University East Bay Notable Alumni

California State University East Bay’s alumni expert alumni from different backgrounds who are always ready to serve based on their common passion and responsibility towards the College. The College has a vast alumni network. Some of the alumni members are- 

  • Brian A. Arnold, U.S. Air Force 
  • Ted Barrett, an umpire in Baseball
  • Frank Beede, former Seattle Seahawks offensive lineman 
  • Mike Bellotti, college football analyst for ESPN 
  • Greg Blankenship, former American football 
  • Sue Burns, an American businesswoman 
  • Ellen Corbett, a Democratic politician 
  • Tom Coughlin, former vice chairman of Walmart
  • Mark Curry, actor and comedian
  • Natalie Del Conte, co-hosts of the technology news podcast Buzz Out Loud
  • George Fernandez, retired American soccer 
  • Ted Griggs, President of Comcast SportsNet Bay Area
  • Elihu Harris, Chancellor of the Peralta Community College District
  • Sara M. Harvey, an American costume designer, and an author 
  • J.R. Havlan, comedy writer 
  • Glenn Henry, computer industry executive and co-founder of Centaur Technology
  • Eric Hughes, assistant coach, Toronto Raptors 
  • James Monroe Iglehart, Tony Award-winning actor
  • Larry Johannessen, NIU English professor
  • Jay Kleven, Major League Baseball catcher
  • Suzy Kline, author of children's books 
  • Scott Kriens, chairman and CEO of Juniper Networks
  • Roger Lim, American-Asian actor, director, producer, and screenwriter
  • Bill Lockyer, former State Attorney General, California State Treasurer
  • Mark Mastrov, founder of 24-Hour Fitness
  • Howard McCalebb, African-American abstract sculptor
  • Farzaneh Milani, Iranian-American scholar and author
  • Joe Morgan, two-time Sports Emmy Award winner
  • Kristen Morgin, sculptor
  • Natali Morris, technology news journalist and online media personality

California State University East Bay Infrastructure & Services

Campus

California State University East Bay has a suburban campus in Hayward, California, USA. The College’s campus is spread across a huge 200-acres area of land.  The campus serves more than 13,000 students. The campus is located in a beautiful environment and is surrounded by green lush trees everywhere and provides calm and soothing surroundings to enjoy. The campus also includes gardens all around the campus to chill and relax. The campus is home to many buildings like- Amphitheatre, Business and Technology Centre, Wellness Centre and a museum.

Libraries

Library at California State University East Bay is an important part of the educational system and a priceless resource for students, faculty, staff, and alumni, but also for the broader community. The library offers a wide range of books and other materials and services to support academic studies and enhance research work at the university. The library on campus has a vast collection of books, an e-journals database, and e-books etc. College library is determined to provide high-quality library resources, programs, and services to the students. The library provides flexible and fully equipped surroundings for everyone’s research and learning needs. The library supports the student learning process, creation and administration of knowledge, and also contributes to advancements in teaching and research programs in the field of liberal arts. 

Housing services

On-campus: California State University East Bay housing and Residence Life offers halls where students from all over the country and the world live, learn and grow together. The California State University East Bay offers 10 residences in the form of dormitories, apartments, townhouses and halls in its campus which offer convenience and support, as well as opportunities for personal growth, cultural exploration, and interaction with all facilities and staff. The College’s housing is an appropriate place for comfortable housing. Students can select a room of their choice based on costs, facilities and availability. Through College’s best housing students can stay in groups of like-minded individuals who can share the same love for sports, literature, film and course. The various services offered in College’s residence halls are- 

  • Fully equipped rooms
  • Large lounges with kitchens
  • All-included utilities
  • Free Wi-Fi connection and cable TV
  • Free laundry services
  • Residential staff support
  • Programs created around a residential curriculum

Off-campus- California State University East Bay assists students in finding off-campus housing near College’s campus. They provide convenient housing to students, faculty and staff nearby the College. The rental housing near the college inculcates Apartments and sharing rooms. 

Medical services

California State University East Bay provides medical services in each of its health centers to students. The Health Services motivates students to live a healthy lifestyle in order to achieve their personal, academic and career goals. They also have an emergency healthcare team that responds immediately to any accidents or injuries involving any person on campus. Primary and urgent healthcare, health check-ups, routine women’s healthcare, emergency response and wellness education are all part of the services provided on-campus. The staff includes certified physicians and nurses who are dedicated towards their work and provide high quality medical care to students.

Students clubs

California State University East Bay offers wide variety of students’ clubs and organizations which provide a wide range of opportunities for students to engage themselves. The College offers everything students need to stay active and healthy on campus. Some of the clubs on campus are-

  • Adventure Club
  • CSU East Bay Cheer Team
  • Eclectic Pulse Dance Team
  • GRT Tennis Club
  • Pioneer Soccer Club
  • Tae Kwon Do
  • Urban Dance Club
  • Hospitality, Recreation & Tourism Club
  • Political Science Club
  • Pre-Clinical Lab Science Club
  • Pre-Dental Club
  • Pre-Nursing Club
  • Psychology club

There are many other clubs available to engross yourself on-campus.

College location

25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard | Hayward, CA 94542

Top Landmarks

  • Holy Sepulchre Catholic Cemetery
  • Hayward Japanese Gardens
  • Sulphur Creek Nature Center
  • Coyote Hills Regional Park
  • Oracle Arena
  • Oakland Zoo
  • Hayward Area Historical Society
  • All Saints Catholic Church
  • Garin Regional Park
  • Douglas Morrison Theatre

International Student’s Info

Courses Offered

California State University East Bay offers Undergraduate and Graduate programs. Some of the courses are-

  • Anthropology
  • Art
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Communication
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Construction Management
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economics
  • English
  • Environmental Science
  • Environmental Studies
  • Ethnic Studies
  • French
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Global Studies
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Human Development
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Kinesiology
  • Liberal Studies
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Recreation

Student Support

 The International Student Support Centre at California State University East Bay provides international educational exchange via its services. It serves as the primary administrative, programming, and advising office for the international community. The office provides various services like-

  • immigration assistance and support to international students and exchange visitors through advising, programs, workshops and events.
  • serve as a guide for academic and administrative units in the collaboration, hiring and sponsorship of international students and exchange visitors.
  • provides on-going orientation and support services in a welcoming environment designed to help students in cultural adjustment.

Visa and Immigration Support

Only people who are enrolled full time in classes or are obtaining a degree are considered to be students for visa purposes. Individuals will probably have one of two types of non-immigrant status:

The J-1 Exchange Visitor Program has multiple categories in which foreign nationals may come to the United States to engage in research collaboration, instruction, and lecturing. The College offers three categories of Exchange Visitors: Professor, Research Scholar, and Short-Term Scholar.

  • Professor: A foreign national whose primary purpose is teaching, lecturing, observing, or consulting at post-secondary accredited academic institutions, museums, libraries, or similar types of institutions. A professor also may conduct research where authorized by the sponsor. (Minimum: 3 weeks; Maximum: 5 Years)
  • Research Scholar: A foreign national whose primary purpose is conducting research, observing, or consulting in connection with a research project at research institutions, corporate research facilities, museums, libraries, post-secondary accredited academic institutions, or similar types of institutions. A research scholar also may teach or lecture where authorized by the sponsor. (Minimum: 3 weeks; Maximum: 5 Years)
  • Short-Term Scholar: A foreign national who is a professor, research scholar, or person with similar education or accomplishments who enters the United States for a short-term visit for the purpose of lecturing, observing, consulting, training, or demonstrating special skills at research institutions, museums, libraries, post-secondary accredited academic institutions, or similar types of institutions. (Minimum: N/A; Maximum: 6 Month)
  • After you have been accepted to study at the College, you will receive a Form I-20 document in your admission package with your official admission letter and can begin the student visa application process.

How to apply for your F-1 visa

  • Verify your information – Form I-20
  • Passport must match your name and date of birth (DOB)
  • Program dates match the length of the program you've selected
  • Immediately contact the College if any of your information is incorrect
  • Complete the online visa application – Form DS-160
  • Complete the online visa application
  • Print the application form confirmation page to bring to your interview
  • Photo – You will upload your photo while completing the online Form DS-160. Your photo must meet photograph requirements
  • Schedule an interview - at the U.S. embassy or consulate in the country where you live. You may schedule your interview at any U.S. embassy or consulate, but it may be difficult to qualify for a visa outside of your permanent residence. Wait times for interview appointments vary by location, season, and visa category. Apply for your visa as early as possible.
  • Pay the I-901 SEVIS fee before going to the U.S. embassy or consulate for your visa interview. The fee must be paid online.
  • Gather required documentation
  • Passport
  • Form I-20
  • Non-immigrant visa application
  • Form DS-160 confirmation page
  • I-901 SEVIS fee payment receipt
  • Attend your visa interview – be sure to take your required documents (and all documents your local U.S. consulate requires) to your visa interview.

Canadian citizens do NOT need to go to the U.S. consulate to obtain a visa to enter the U.S.

International Student Contact-

Office- 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd

SF 102

Hayward, CA 94542

Phone: (510) 885-2880

Fax: (510) 885-2787

Email: [email protected]

Student Life

Student Society

California State University East Bay’s student organizations or clubs are one of the best ideas to get involved in the campus. Organizations are assembled under an arrangement of causes, identities, and interests. Student organizations at the California State University East Bay put on some of the most highly anticipated campus events and offer a wide range of opportunities for involvement and leadership every year. California State University East Bay offers a wide variety of student organizations, so there is something for each student. 

Sports and Fitness

California State University East Bay provides activities that promote healthy lifestyles and fitness for a huge population of students, faculty and staff. The College provides various sports activities and fitness rooms to keep students fit and healthy. The College offers a wellness center, club sports and fitness rooms etc.

Health & Wellbeing

Health and Wellness at the California State University East Bay is to highlight the active process of change and growth that involves building resilience, persistence, and positivity in the phase of provocations. It is the initiative dedicated to help students incorporate in an overall well-being experience across campus. They allow students to actively indulge in well-being activities that provide support to a holistic lifestyle. Through this initiative, students will learn and understand resources and they will also learn how to help others in need. 

Residential Life

On-campus housing at the California State University East Bay is available. College housing can accommodate a large number of students. College also assists students in finding nearby accommodations hassle-free.

Food & Drink

California State University East Bay provides many dining areas or cafeterias in its campus. Dining is open to students, faculty, and staff. Dining plan offers different dining options which includes special dietary menus such as vegetarian and low-fat food. The plans are designed to fit the busy schedule of students, the plan assists all dietary preferences by providing a wide range of dining options and healthy food options. There are a number of cafes and restaurants available nearby campus which provides a huge variety to students.

Short-term Getaways, Weekend Getaways

There are many short-term getaways near the California State University East Bay to have fun and to spend holidays and weekends. 

  • Hayward Japanese Gardens
  • Sulphur Creek Nature Center
  • Coyote Hills Regional Park
  • Oracle Arena
  • Oakland Zoo
  • Hayward Area Historical Society
  • All Saints Catholic Church
  • Garin Regional Park
  • Douglas Morrison Theatre

These are just some of the places listed above. There are many other short-term getaways. 

Part-time jobs

The Career Center at California State University East Bay provides employment opportunities to students who want to earn money while studying to pay their expenses. The Office of Student Employment helps students find part-time work that not only builds their bank account, it is also on or near campus, and gives them a relevant and meaningful career experience which enhances their resume.

Student Safety

Crime Around the Area

California State University East Bay keeps safety as a priority. The College's Police Department provides 24/7 assistance to deter crime and to increase personal safety and building security. A security desk is located in the lobby of each residence hall, which assists 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to ensure the safety and identification of those entering and leaving the campus buildings. Students can call an officer to escort them anywhere on campus 24/7. The College is committed to providing a safe, secure living and learning environment for all students, faculty, and staff. 

Famous courses

The famous courses at California State University East Bay are-

  • Anthropology
  • Art
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Communication
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Construction Management
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economics
  • English
  • Environmental Science
  • Environmental Studies
  • Ethnic Studies
  • French
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Global Studies
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Human Development
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Kinesiology

Campus Recruitment Process

The Placement Office at California State University East Bay has an award-winning placement team that is dedicated to supporting students throughout their placement search. The College hosts recruitment events to provide jobs to students. Students are also allowed to do part-time jobs on campus while studying. 

Application Requirements

  • Create a new account

  • Completed Application Form

  • Submit required support documents

  • Academic Records

  • Pay the application fee 

  • Statement of Purpose

  • Recommendations

  • Standardized Test Scores

California State University East Bay Programs

Program
Duration
Format
Tuition Fees
Deadlines
Standard Test

California State University East Bay Application Requirements

2.5
GPA
35
IB
80
Percentage
70%
Acceptance Rate

IELTS score requirements

A strong proficiency in the English language is essential for admission into universities in United States of America. To be able to get a successful admission in California State University East Bay in United States of America students need to complete IELTS with a minimum score of 6.

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California State University East Bay Deadlines

Bachelors: June 1 2019-June 2019, Spring August 1, 2019- August 31, 2019, Fall 2020 October 1, 2019-November 30, 2019

Masters: June 1 2019-June 2019, Spring August 1, 2019- August 31, 2019, Fall 2020 October 1, 2019-November 30, 2019

Deadlines may vary for each program. Please visit the program page for specific deadlines.

California State University East Bay Rankings

Regional

United States of America
455
Forbes
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