History

California State University, Dominguez Hills is a four-year public university located just minutes from downtown Los Angeles and South Bay beaches in the city of Carson. Founded in 1960, the University opened its doors in 1965 in Palos Verdes. The following year, the new college moved to Carson on land formerly a part of Rancho Dominguez, a 1784 land grant to a Spanish soldier Juan Jose Dominguez. Today, the University is in the midst of a vital business and cultural community, close to many of Southern California's entertainment centers and attractions.

The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 19 master's degrees and a number of certificate and credential programs. Supporting these programs are excellent faculty known for their personal commitment to students. The top three undergraduate majors are Liberal Studies (teacher education program), Business Administration and Nursing. The dedication toward serving students and promoting program excellence is reflected throughout CSU Dominguez Hills.

California State University, Dominguez Hills is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) located at 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501. It is also accredited/approved by other agencies in the following specific fields: Chemistry, Clinical Sciences, Education, Health Science, Music, Nursing, Public Administration, and Theatre Arts.

California State University, Dominguez Hills is among the most ethnically-diverse universities in the United States with a student population that is 35.5 percent Hispanic; 30.9 percent African American, 22.7 percent White, 10.3 percent Asian, and 0.6 percent American Indian.  In addition, we have a strong international program and have 154 international students on our campus representing 35 countries.