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Commited to Excellence in Indigenous Higher Education
Why CSUSM is Home for Native Students
More than just a university, we are a thriving Native community where culture is celebrated, not surrendered.
Award-Winning Excellence
- California Indian Culture & Sovereignty Center
- American Indian Studies Department
- 19 distinguished American Indian faculty
- NEW American Indian Student Center!
Transforming Communities
- ICEC and ILEAD Programs
- Tribal partnerships
- Research impact summary
CSUSM Advantages
- Affordable Excellence
- Transfer-Friendly
- Career Services
- Student Support
Location & Outcomes
- 19:1 student-to-faculty ratio
- 85% employment rate
- Academic program diversity
- Southern California location






