College of Natural and Social Sciences
The College of Natural and Social Sciences (NSS) is the largest college at Cal State LA with over 150 outstanding and dedicated faculty who have won more Statewide Outstanding Professor Awards than faculty in any other academic unit in the California State University system. The college is committed to programs of academic excellence in the fields of natural and social sciences that provide access and opportunity for a uniquely diverse student body.
Dean's Welcome
Welcome to the College of Natural and Social Sciences
Welcome to the College of Natural and Social Sciences, home to 12 departments and programs. As we embark on another exciting year of academic excellence at Cal State LA, it's my privilege to lead the college.
College of Natural and Social Sciences News
Cal State LA Welcomes Gregorio Pacheco as NAGPRA/CalNAGPRA Repatriation Coordinator
Gregorio Pacheco brings over a decade of experience in cultural heritage management and tribal collaboration to lead Cal State LA's repatriation efforts.
Cal State LA sociology major receives CSU Trustees’ Award for Outstanding Achievement
Cal State LA graduate student Rebekah Reyes will be awarded a $18,000 scholarship and named a CSU Trustee Emeritus and CSU Foundation Board Member Ali C. Razi Scholar.
Cal State LA receives NASA grant to support student success in STEM fields
Cal State LA has received a $300,000 NASA grant to assist students from underprivileged communities in the greater Los Angeles area to succeed in their pursuit of careers as NASA scientists and researchers in the STEM fields.
Graduating Cal State LA student aspires for a career in astronomy research
Meet Jordan O'Kelley, a soon-to-be Cal State LA physics graduate with dreams of a career in astronomy research. His unique journey from author to researcher is just beginning.
Cal State LA Commencement 2024
Commencement 2024 is forever etched in the hearts and minds of tens of thousands. Six ceremonies held over two days last week at the Los Angeles Convention Center radiated with a profound glow unlike any other. Of the nearly 7,000 students claiming their degrees, 5,700 walked, strut, and danced across the stage, cheered on by friends and loved ones.
2023-24 CSU COAST Undergraduate Research Support Program Award Winner
Cal State LA proudly announces that undergraduate student Nathan Venegas has been named this year's recipient of the California State University's Council on Ocean Affairs Science and Technology (COAST) Undergraduate Research Support Program Award.
Cal State LA receives grant to boost opportunities for students to engage in clean energy research
Cal State LA has received a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to provide more research and training opportunities in STEM fields for students while addressing important energy and climate challenges.
ACADEMICS
NSS Degree Programs
The College of Natural and Social Sciences provides innovative degree programs leading to baccalaureate and master's degrees in an environment that encourages intentional learning and collaborative research.
STUDENT SUPPORT
NSS ADVISING
Need help with degree planning and progression, graduation check, exploring or declaring a major, or other academic concerns? The NSS Advisement Center team is here to help.
Alumni Spotlight
Alma Rosa Nieto
Alumnus Alma Rosa Nieto understands the importance of representation and role models and aims to be a source of inspiration to current Cal State LA students.